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Apr 27, 2022 … Here’s a look at other notable health studies, innovations and research from around the world. Links will take you to press releases or journal entries. MSU research could lead to new Alzheimer’s treatments Working with tiny bacteria, Michigan State University researchers led by Lee Kroos have made a discovery that could have big implications for…

Apr 26, 2022 … SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — On top of a deadly pandemic, the world is facing a mental health crisis like no other. A new national survey reports two out of three women diagnosed with depression or anxiety are reaching their limit when it comes to caring for their mental health. The GeneSight® Mental Health Monitor…

Apr 17, 2022 … SEOUL, South Korea — Screen time may be on the rise among kids during the pandemic, but a recent study has found a concerning trend which will have parents screaming “time out!” Researchers in South Korea say teenagers who are constantly online are chronically stressed, sad, and thinking about suicide more often than their peers.…

Apr 17, 2022 … TORONTO, Ontario — Many parents fear the worst if their child has ADHD, but researchers from the University of Toronto find even if attention deficit hyperactivity disorder persists into adulthood, a great number of patients still enjoy robust mental health. Their study finds 42 percent of adults living with ADHD still display strong mental health.…

Apr 08, 2022 … NEW YORK — A new study finds children are just as stressed out as their parents – and the pandemic may be to blame. A recent survey of 2,000 American parents reveals that since the pandemic began, 68 percent have seen their children face significant mental and emotional challenges. Among some of the biggest pandemic stressors for…

Apr 02, 2022 … Study warns that children feeling like they need to be “perfect” for their parents has risen dramatically, almost to the point of a “public health issue.” LONDON — Increasingly pushy parents are putting their childrens’ mental well-being at risk, warns a new study. Parental pressures have increased over the last three decades, according to the findings,…

Mar 01, 2022 … Vaccines are a proven method to mitigate the spread of life-threatening contagious diseases. Research shows that vaccinations have saved millions of lives over the past 60 years. Despite this, a significant proportion of “anti-vaxxers” around the world still believe that vaccinations may do more harm than good. The anti-vax movement stirs plenty of controversy and…

Feb 27, 2022 … Fish oil dietary supplements are booming in popularity among people looking to enjoy a variety of health benefits without actually eating fish multiple times per day. That’s because omega-3 fatty acids represent vital roles in the body’s function. Omega-3 fatty acid supplements typically come in three forms: Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and eicosapentaenoic…

Feb 10, 2022 … Do video games cause people to be violent? It’s a question many parents often ask. Violent video games in which players rely on an arsenal of deadly weapons to wreak havoc on challengers have been favorites among gamers for years. Yet for all the finger-pointing at these combat-themed video game titles for potentially negative mental…

Feb 05, 2022 … OXFORD, England — People considering suicide could be saved by the illegal sedative ketamine, according to a recent study. Scientists say that the drug could stop people turning their dark thoughts into actions by relieving their psychological pain. It’s estimated that 700,000 people around the world die from suicide each year, and 20 times more…

Feb 04, 2022 … LONDON — The teen years can be a tumultuous time for many kids. Many adolescents feel as though no one in their life truly understands them, and often feel lonely as a result. Now, a new study by a team at King’s College London has found a connection between teenage loneliness and poorer grades in school.…

Jan 28, 2022 … WATERLOO, Ontario — COVID-19 has disrupted countless lives around the globe and still serves as a daily, unavoidable stressor. Now, researchers from the University of Waterloo are revealing just how detrimental the pandemic has been for multi-child families. To start, the study finds that within a multi-child family, one child typically tends to be more…

Jan 18, 2022 … PROVO, Utah — Is poor sleep leading to a sugar overload among teens? A recent study finds teenagers who don’t get enough sleep could pack on nearly five extra pounds of sugar each year. Sleep is vital to living a healthy life. The way you think, feel, or act are influenced by how much sleep…

Jan 05, 2022 … DENVER, Colo. — When schools start their days later in the morning, the biggest winners may actually be the parents! A new study finds moving back the start times for middle and high school students by an hour helps the parents of these adolescents get more sleep each week. Researchers from National Jewish Health in Colorado…

Jan 02, 2022 … ROCKVILLE, Md. — Women who don’t watch what they eat during pregnancy can affect their child’s health well into their teenage years. Nutrition during pregnancy plays a pivotal role in determining the child’s body mass index (BMI) even during adolescence, according to a new study. Children who are overweight, meaning their BMI is above 24.9,…

Dec 29, 2021 … BIRMINGHAM, United Kingdom — Children and young teens who constantly experience high levels of anxiety are more likely to develop psychosis by their early 20s, according to researchers from the University of Birmingham. On a more positive note, their study also finds intervening early in an individual’s life — by targeting stress hormones and non-resolving inflammation…

Dec 14, 2021 … SAN DIEGO — A new health super sensor has been developed to regulate everything from blood pressure to how much you have had to drink. The soft and stretchy patch is the first wearable device to monitor both cardiovascular signals and biochemical levels in the human body at the same time. Worn on the neck,…

Dec 07, 2021 … BERKELEY, Calif. — Do you keep making impulsive decisions only to end up regretting your actions? Researchers at the University of California-Berkeley have developed a new test to help determine if your habit borders on the pathological. The study finds acting recklessly during emotional times has a connection to how fast a person reacts to stimulating,…

Dec 02, 2021 … HOUSTON, Texas — New research confirms that when it comes to family mental health dynamics, everything usually comes full circle. Researchers from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston report a two-way relationship between a mother’s and their children’s mental health. Mom’s mental health symptoms influence her child’s mental state, but the reverse…

Nov 24, 2021 … CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Think vigorous exercise is just for the young? Think again. Although it’s a common belief that older adults should slow down in their later years, a new study finds seniors should be doing the exact opposite! Researchers from Harvard University say evolution actually explains why staying physically active during old age keeps people…

Nov 23, 2021 … BOSTON, Mass. — Bedtime for adolescents is hardly ever fun. According to a new study, however, moms and dads apparently have the right idea when they make sure their kids are in bed at a reasonable hour. Scientists from Boston’s Children Hospital report inadequate sleep can be absolutely devastating for the developing pre-teen mind and…