Did you know that COVID-19, the disease that has sadly caused many deaths globally, could be a lot better managed with early detection? Doctors could greatly benefit from identifying individuals who face a high risk of facing a severe form of the disease. So, what if a simple urine test cou
Have you ever wondered about the mental health of medical postgraduates? It is important. Experts in Tamil Nadu have been concerned about how many future doctors in postgraduate programs are struggling daily. At this point in time, depression is lurking on their students' heels , affecting more th
Young individuals who were involved in the traumatic events from the Utøya island attack in Norway, have been studied for years to understand how they cope with the impact. The goal of the study was to see how their negative thoughts and posttraumatic stress reactions changed over time. Th
Have you ever wondered if the Social Performance Rating Scale (SPRS) is useful beyond just measuring social anxiety disorder? The SPRS is a tool that observations anxiety behaviours in social settings. Typically, it has been used to study social anxiety disorder (SAD). However, wha
Physical activity is a well-known way to manage stress. But what happens when you add a beat to it? Dance is an activity that mixes things together in a unique way. Elements like music, which people often listen to for stress relief, are a part of dance. Yet, people haven't really dug deep into what
New mothers face a multitude of challenges. Postpartum quality of life can be complicated by several factors. One of them is obstetric violence. This is a serious issue that needs to be addressed. It can affect mental health, self-esteem, and even lead to PTSD. This issue was explored through a 202
COVID-19 has been a major challenge for healthcare workers. Health professionals have been under a lot of stress. This isn't a new thing during pandemics but it has been different this time, because it has been happening for so long. Healthcare workers have been dealing with a lot of stress d
Ever wondered why some people struggle with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and stress more than others? Turns out, it might have to do with their personality types. Researchers have been digging into this for a while, and they've found some interesting stuff. They've identified three main p
In a fascinating study, researchers dug deep into the world of gut health. What they found was that the gut microbiome--that's the tiny world of bacteria living in your digestive system--changing. This change was particularly noticeable in those folks who are overweight or obese. This was true fo
When it comes to dental work, stress relief is key. Tools used in root canal procedures need to be as gentle as possible. So, what happens if we heat up the instruments that do the actual work inside the roots of our teeth? Three different instruments engineered with a unique flat side were compa
