A collegiate track and field athlete from a top-tier division started experiencing mysterious shin pain halfway through her season. Doctors diagnosed her with medial tibial stress syndrome, a common overuse injury. They prescribed a mix of exercises, reduced training, and pain management techniques.
Have you ever thought about how your living conditions might affect your mental health? For Chinese international students returning home, this is a real concern, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. A recent study looked into how these students feel about changes in where they live, their plans
Research shows that moms with kids who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often feel depressed and hesitate to look for professional psychological help. A study in Istanbul, Turkey, delved into how these moms handle stress, and if their coping strategies affect their willingness to seek help. The s
You know those questions that ask you if you're feeling down or tired? Some say they help figure out if you're dealing with depression. One of these tools is the PHQ-9. Scientists recently took a good look at how it works using a big group of adults in Germany. They wanted to see if the PHQ-9 does a
Ever felt like hosting a dinner party is a thing of the past? You’re not alone. Between busy schedules, tight budgets, and our collective burnout, having folks over for dinner is becoming less common. But what are we missing out on? A recent report suggests that these gatherings create a unique inti
Wetlands and deltas are crucial for our planet, especially as sea levels rise. One way they cope is by trapping tiny bits of mud, called suspended solids, to build up their surfaces. Scientists often use special cameras on planes to map these solids. However, the recipes they use to make sense of th
Teens with anxiety disorders often struggle to stick to their antidepressant medication schedule. A study recently looked into this issue, focusing on adolescents aged 12-17 who were using escitalopram. Researchers tracked their medication intake for 12 weeks using special caps that record when they
Growing up is tough, but what happens when tough becomes too much? Scientists are digging into how harsh childhood events, or ACEs, shape our mental health when we're older. They found that depression isn't a one-size-fits-all story. It can change a lot over time, especially in China where these eff
Graphene's special powers have caught the eye of scientists recently. It's all about how it behaves when the temperature changes. Think about this: if we can control how graphene reacts to heat, we can design some super smart materials and devices. First, let's talk about two key things: polarizatio
For years, psychedelic research was put on the backburner due to social and legal reasons. But recently, there's been a surge of interest in these compounds — both natural and synthetic — for treating mental health issues. These psychedelics work by activating specific serotonin receptors in the bra
