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11/01/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

From making you more forgetful to increasing your risk of dementia, here are 12 things that chronic stress does to your brain

Every day, people encounter things that stress them out, whether it be school, work, or even other people. Because it is so common to experience stress, many people have come to accept it as a constant part of their lives and have stopped trying to alleviate it. However, this should not be the case since constantly being stressed can […]

10/25/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

Just ONE exercise session can offer substantial and IMMEDIATE benefits toward brain health

With everything going on all at once, many people feel like there aren’t enough hours in a day for them to do everything they want to do. This is one of many reasons why most people do not exercise even if they already know that it’s extremely beneficial for overall health. Fortunately, busy people don’t have to […]

10/23/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

Try these evidence-based natural remedies for social anxiety

Humans are inherently social beings, but not all people do well in social situations. There are those who have a condition known as social anxiety, which is characterized by an intense fear of being judged by the people around them. Like other mental health disorders, social anxiety can also be disabling if left untreated. Since […]

10/07/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

Natural remedies for OCD are just as effective as Big Pharma’s risky psychiatric drugs

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) affects more than two percent of the population. At first glance, this might not seem like much but OCD is the fourth most commonly occurring mental health issue. There are existing prescription drugs and behavioral treatments for patients with OCD. However, studies have shown that natural remedies are just as effective as […]

09/26/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

What is the link between dopamine and mental health?

Many people experience days when it’s harder than usual to get up in the morning. However, for some this occurs on a daily basis. This can be attributed to reduced dopamine levels in the body, which can progress into mental health problems when left untreated. Dopamine is the neurotransmitter responsible for providing the feeling of motivation […]

09/13/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Does caffeine have therapeutic value in treating depression?

If the long lines in cafes are to be believed, coffee is an important commodity in many countries. And why not, considering how a lot of people consider it a crucial part of their morning routine? There have been studies in favor of and against coffee, but what many researchers agree on is that the […]

07/08/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Study shows that acupuncture can provide relief to those suffering from anxiety-related disorders

A study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine examined the therapeutic effects of acupuncture on behavioral changes caused by lipopolysaccharides (LPS), proving the far-reaching benefits of this ancient treatment approach. Thanks to the machinations of the media, you probably see emotional disorders like depression and anxiety as mere outcomes of a troubled past. While […]

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