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Jan 19 2025HEALTH

Why a Morning Walk Can Help You Sleep Better in Winter

Winter might make you want to stay cozy indoors, but an early morning walk could be just what you need for better sleep. When the days are short and cold, our bodies can struggle to regulate our internal clocks, making it harder to fall asleep. However, a brisk walk outside can boost your mood and e

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Jan 19 2025HEALTH

Brain Scans and AI: Spotting Differences Between Bipolar and Depressive Disorders

You might think bipolar disorder (BD) and major depressive disorder (MDD) are hard to tell apart because they share similar symptoms. This can lead to mix-ups by doctors, called misdiagnosis. But what if we could use brain scans and smart computers to figure it out? That's what researchers tried in

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Jan 19 2025CRIME

Why Do Crime Victims Want Revenge?

Revenge, driven by psychological and contextual factors, can lead victims of crime to seek violent justice. But what motivates this desire for revenge? Researchers dived into existing studies to find answers. They looked at databases like PsycInfo and MEDLINE to identify quantitative and meta-analyt

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Jan 18 2025HEALTH

Making Mental Health Care More Collaborative with Digital Tools

Collaboration between mental health professionals and patients is vital. But, lack of user-friendly services often gets in the way. Digital tools, like mobile apps, can solve some of these problems. Yet, their use is still limited, and many people stop using them quickly. Design thinking can help cr

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

Indiana Lawmakers Tackle Mental Health, Education, and Constitution Amendments

As the Indiana General Assembly's 2025 session kicks off, lawmakers from Northwest Indiana are busy filing bills that address key issues like mental health, higher education, and water infrastructure. They’re also pushing for a change to the state constitution. One interesting bill, House Bill 1078,

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Jan 16 2025EDUCATION

Checking Up on Med Students: A New Way to Measure Stress

Medical school is tough, and it can really affect students' mental health. In the Philippines, a unique tool has been made to see how well students deal with all that stress. It's not just about homework or tests, but also their personal lives. The idea is to give teachers a better way to support st

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Jan 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Brooke Shields and Tom Cruise's Controversy: A Late Apology

It's been about two decades since Brooke Shields and Tom Cruise had a very public disagreement about postpartum depression medications. Shields recently revealed that Cruise eventually apologized to her—though it took a year. The actors' spat began when Cruise criticized Shields' use of antidepressa

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Jan 15 2025POLITICS

Eau Claire Asks for Help: Is Transporting Homeless People Legal?

Eau Claire is turning to the state's Attorney General, Josh Kaul, for help. They want to know if it's legal for cops to transport homeless people out of their area. This isn't just about following the rules; it's about safety and fairness. The city says some people who get moved around need mental h

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

How Alexithymia, Attachment, and Social Support Affect MS Patients' Mental Health

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a rollercoaster journey for patients, with its ups and downs taking a toll on mental well-being. We explored how alexithymia (difficulty describing emotions) and attachment styles directly impact mental health. But that's not all—we also looked at how attachment, alexithym

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Jan 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Celebs Open Up About Their Acne Struggles

Emma Chamberlain, a well-known personality, recently shared her experiences with acne in a conversation with PopSugar. She confessed that battling acne has been one of the toughest challenges she's faced. She understands that acne is a significant blow to self-confidence and overall well-being. She

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