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Running as effective as antidepressants for mental health

October 8, 2023

Not only does running offer mental health benefits, but it also comes with added physical advantages, says a study Running can be just as effective as...

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Investing in minds: How brain capital drives global prosperity

September 26, 2023

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The role of brain capital encompasses “brain health, mental capital, mental health and well-being,” says a paper published in BMJ The global...

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Thought control leads to mental wellness: Cambridge study

September 22, 2023

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The research challenges the widely-held belief that suppressing negative thoughts is detrimental to mental health Suppressing negative thoughts can lead to...

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Pill for Postpartum Depression: Lancet says medication not a rapid solution

August 29, 2023

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The condition is characterized by sadness and loss of interest in activities that one used to enjoy and a decreased ability to feel pleasure. As the US Food...

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US mental health spending sees over 50% surge since pandemic outbreak: study

August 26, 2023

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The pandemic era thrust mental health concerns into the spotlight, with factors like social isolation and limited interactions exacerbating existing issues...

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‘Poly-Digital’ approach to enhance mental health services: study

August 23, 2023

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‘Poly-digital,’ concept involves the use of multiple digital interventions or apps to address different aspects of mental well-being The digital...

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8 million people about to lose access to life-saving health aid in Afghanistan: WHO

August 21, 2023

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The updated Afghanistan Humanitarian Response Plan for 2023 reveals a stark surge in the number of individuals urgently requiring humanitarian aid A new alert...

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Arogya Karnataka model for mental health insurance draws praise from Lancet

August 18, 2023

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The scheme, which boasts an impressive enrollment rate across the state, not only covers physical ailments but also offers insurance coverage for various...

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New AI-based language model could improve assessment of depression in different age groups

July 25, 2023

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AI-driven advancements in mental health research and care bring us closer to more effective and personalized treatments for depression and anxiety, says a...