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Suppressing negative thoughts improves mental health.
A new study conducted by the University of Cambridge has found that suppressing negative thoughts can actually help individuals with mental health problems. Traditional therapies
Social Media Boosts Interest in Plastic Surgery
Social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok have become ubiquitous in the lives of many people. However, a recent study by the Massachusetts
Hobbies boost senior mental health.
Seniors who engage in hobbies have a higher level of life satisfaction, are less likely to experience depressive symptoms, and feel healthier. While it has
Past Depression Affects Worldview
Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses in Germany and many other countries. Although psychology has made significant strides in treating depression, the
Vaping linked to chronic stress
Young e-cigarette users are unfortunately more likely to suffer from chronic stress, according to a recent study by researchers at the Hospital for Sick Children
Depression more common in mixed cannabis and tobacco users
A new study conducted by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) has found that individuals who consume both cannabis and tobacco are
Cannabis Boosts Empathy: Study
Cannabis consumers may have a better understanding of other people’s emotions, according to a study by researchers at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM).
Heatwaves Increase Substance Abuse
A recent study has revealed that extreme heat leads to an increase in hospitalizations due to drug and alcohol abuse. This could be a severely
Virtual Reality Experience: Facing Death
A new art installation in Melbourne, Australia is allowing visitors to experience their own death through an Extended Reality (XR) simulation. The installation, called “Passing
Memory and Cognitive Performance Boosted by Laxative
The laxative Prucalopride has been found to increase brain connectivity, improving memory and cognitive function. Previous studies have shown that cognitive and memory disorders are
