Holiday seasons can be tough on our eating habits. Between stress from shopping, family visits, and changing weather, it's easy to turn to comfort foods like Ben & Jerry’s. But experts warn that mindless eating can lead to long-term health issues. Studies show that holiday weight often sticks around
Nurses working in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) face a unique set of challenges, including dealing with life-threatening situations and the emotional pain of patients and their families. This constant exposure can lead to secondary traumatic stress, a psychological risk factor that can take a toll on
Moral injury can happen when someone faces tough, ethically challenging events. This can affect mental health in a big way, but figuring out how to treat it is tough because we're still learning about what causes it. Scientists think that keeping a solid sense of self while adjusting to new realitie
Did you know that more than half of people think having some alone time is crucial for their mental health? A recent survey found that many folks don't get the solo time they need during the busy holiday season. Experts say taking a short break alone can help the body and mind relax, which is extra
Ever wondered how some people stay calm under pressure? A recent study found that religious folks might have a secret weapon: they feel forgiven by God, and that makes a big difference. Researchers watched how people handled stress over time and discovered something interesting. When people believed
Coping with a hurtful partner is tough. But when big bad things happen, like money troubles or natural disasters, the situation can get even worse. That’s what researchers found when they looked into how survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV) get help during stressful life events (SLEs) in wea
Scientists set out to understand how parents' resilience changes or stays the same over six years. They also wanted to see if this trait could shield them from mental health issues during tough times. The study took place in Finland, using data from the FinnBrain Birth Cohort Study. Over 2, 000 pare
Imagine you're caring for someone with cancer in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. It's a tough job, right? But what if having a strong support system could make it a bit easier? That's what a recent study looked into. They wanted to see how perceived social support affects stress, anxiety, d
You might think that our planet's health is separate from our own. But it's not! They're connected like a big, intertwined puzzle. Sadly, we've been focusing too much on ourselves, which has led to increased pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and more. This harms both us and the environment. One b
Ever wondered how stress and resilience differ among people who move across international borders? A recent study, known as the AFFAIR Project, dug deep into this topic. Researchers were curious about what makes some migrants feel overwhelmed while others remain strong and adaptable. They looked at
