Overthinking, or rumination, is a common issue in many mental health struggles. It is a pattern of repetitive, negative thoughts that feel hard to control. Researchers have looked into many reasons why people ruminate. One idea is that people try to avoid certain feelings or thoughts. This is called experiential avoidance. However, it is tricky to study this in real-...
College is tough, and it can take a real toll on students' mental health. Let's talk about non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI), which is pretty common among them. This isn't about trying to end their life, but it's still a big warning sign. Insomnia, or having trouble sleeping, is a major player here. It can mess with their heads, causing mood swings, memory issues, and ...
Depression messes with your brain’s communication highways, or networks. Scientists have found three main networks that go haywire during depression: the default mode network (DMN), central executive network (CEN), and salience network (SN). These networks help us think, feel, and pay attention. When people are recovering from depression (rMDD), scientists wanted to...
Adolescence is a time of significant change, and with it comes a range of emotions like depression and anxiety. One concerning trend is the rise of non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) among teens with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). A recent study in China looked into this issue, focusing on the role of rumination and resilience. The study involved 1, 601 teens with MD...
Ruminants, especially in hot regions, face a big challenge with macromineral imbalances. Heat stress worsens this, affecting their health and work. Let’s explore what happens when it gets hot and how minerals like sodium, potassium, and calcium play a crucial role. When the heat turns up, ruminants sweat and pant more to cool down. This uses up their minerals quickl...
Ever wondered why some female freshmen in China can't seem to put down their phones? A recent study dives into this issue, focusing on a tricky thing called rumination. Rumination is like overthinking on steroids – it's when you can't stop dwelling on negative thoughts. The study found that when female students overthink, they're more likely to use their phones probl...