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10/26/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Effects of physical activity in the psychological well-being of cancer survivors

Research has found that long hikes can sustainably improve the physical activity, psychological well-being, and quality of life of breast cancer survivors. The study, which was published in the Journal of Cancer Science & Therapy, looked at how a six-week long hike can improve the physical activity levels and mental health of breast cancer patients. […]

10/24/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Acupuncture is a safe and effective way to treat depression

A recent study, published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, may have uncovered the mechanisms behind the effects of acupuncture on depression. Despite the presence of advanced medical technologies, many people from different parts of the world continue to swear by the health benefits of acupuncture, an ancient treatment approach from China. Acupuncture […]

08/27/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Service dogs help military veterans with PTSD

There is no doubt that dogs are man’s best friend. The results of a new study suggest that dogs can also be the best therapists for our traumatized soldiers. In an article on Psychology Today, researchers reported that veterans who are suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) enjoy better physiological and psychological health if […]

08/25/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Study finds SINGING helps women overcome postnatal depression through expressing emotions

A new study showed that women can recover from postpartum depression by singing with their babies in a group. For the study, a team of researchers from the Centre for Performance Science analyzed the associations of singing and creative workshops, and standard postpartum care on postpartum depression. In the study, more than 130 mothers were […]

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