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Main signs of burnout: Psychologist's insights
Nowadays, lots of modern people are well-aware of what a burnout is, but not everyone decides to admit that they might have it. It's easy to understand - lots of people still see it as a sign of weakness or lazyness, even though it's far from reality.
Kate Yakimchuk burnout signs exhaustion Psychology 8 October 2023
Election stress is real: A new study on stress and brain
If you feel stressed every time during elections, you're not the only one - it's a pretty popular thing that can actually affect lots of us. New research from North Carolina State University has discovered that just worrying about stress related to political elections can harm our physical health.
Kate Yakimchuk research elections Psychology 7 October 2023
Antidepressants that reduce stress: A new study on meds and effects
Depression caused by stress affects many people around the world. The medicines we have now for depression are slow to work, can lead to resistance, and have strong side effects.
Kate Yakimchuk research meds depression Psychology 7 October 2023
Good to Know: Does Aromatherapy Really Work
Proponents of aromatherapy, anecdotal evidence, and a limited but growing body of research suggest that inhaling certain essential oils may relieve symptoms of a range of physical and physiological conditions.
Diana Dashkevich aromatherapy oils mental health Psychology 6 October 2023
Tips from an Expert: What to Do If You're Having a Hard Time Sleeping
There are many things that can cause stress. Stress can arise from daily or weekly demands related to work or family, as well as sudden life changes (such as illness or job loss).
Diana Dashkevich mental health sleep depression Psychology 5 October 2023
Good to Know: How Breathing Practices Help in Combating Anxiety
Anxiety disorders affect up to 30% of adults at some point in their lives. Fortunately, anxiety can sometimes be managed through a number of different coping mechanisms, including breathing exercises.
Diana Dashkevich mental health anxiety advices Psychology 5 October 2023
Parents need to understand digital world better: A new study on parenting
A new study suggests that parents should learn more about how social media works, especially the complex algorithms it uses. These algorithms affect what content their children see online.
Kate Yakimchuk research parents gadgets work Psychology 5 October 2023
Students have higher risks of depression: A new study on academic pressure
If you think that students often look depressed or negative, then you might be right - a new study shows that higher education affects people. A recent experiment found that people in higher education in England have a slightly higher risk of having depression and anxiety compared to those who are not attending higher education.
Kate Yakimchuk research student depression anxiety Psychology 4 October 2023
Psychologist Explanation: What is a Panic Attack
Panic attacks involve a combination of emotional, mental and physical symptoms that can cause a person to feel extreme embarrassment, fear of losing control, or desperate to escape the situation.
Diana Dashkevich fears mental health facts Psychology 3 October 2023
Psychologist Explanation: What is Dissociation
For many people, dissociation is an involuntary response to trauma or stress.
Diana Dashkevich mental health trauma facts Psychology 3 October 2023
Expert Explained: The Physical Effects of Stress
A study published in the journal Dermatology Practice and Conceptual in 2021 explained how stress can affect the endocrine, immune and neurological systems. For example, stress can cause inflammation in the skin and lead to a flare-up of psoriasis or stress-induced eczema.
Diana Dashkevich mental health health facts Psychology 2 October 2023
Signs of anxiety: Psychologist's tips
Anxiety is a pretty unpleasant experience, but people who haven't had it before can't always recognize it. In this article, we'll talk about the signs of anxiety. and also how to fight it effectively.
Kate Yakimchuk anxiety signs tips Psychology 2 October 2023
You should make yourself happy: Psychologist's tips
In our modern world, lots of people assume that limiting your happiness and avoiding many things that make you happy is "healthy" and "moral". Meanwhile, you should still find happiness in something and do things that can entertain and cherish you.
Kate Yakimchuk happiness personality tips Psychology 2 October 2023
Moving to a new country isn't great for everyone: Psychologist's insights
Lots of people feel like they should move places to fulfill their dreams and try something new - and often it actually works for them. Meanwhile, it doesn't work for everyone - because we all have different situations, mental and psychological health, goals, and preferences.
Kate Yakimchuk moving personality Psychology 1 October 2023
Expert Explained: What Is Withdrawal Syndrome
Withdrawal syndrome is a set of reactions in the body that occurs in response to stopping or reducing the dose of an addictive chemical.
Diana Dashkevich mental health facts Psychology 30 September 2023
How alcohol is tied to better heart health: A new study on stress and health
You've probably heard that a bit of alcohol can help you improve your hearth health, but why? A recent study led by researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital explored the link between light-to-moderate alcohol consumption and its effect on heart disease risk.
Kate Yakimchuk research alcohol health heart Cooking 30 September 2023
Crying is good for you: Psychologist's tips
Most people (and especially men) are taught that crying is bad - it's often associated with weakness and instability. Meanwhile, psychologists think differently - they claim that sometimes crying is the best thing you can do for yourself.
Kate Yakimchuk crying personality Psychology 28 September 2023
Psychologist Explanation: What is PTSD
According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, about six out of every 100 American adults (about 6% of the population) will suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder during their lifetime.
Diana Dashkevich mental health trauma facts Psychology 27 September 2023
Important to Know: How Stress Affects the Body
In fact, 33% of adults report feeling overwhelmed by stress most days.
Diana Dashkevich mental health health facts Psychology 26 September 2023
Stressed ones eat more comfort foods: New research on calories and comfort
When you live a stressful life, you might feel like reaching for delicious high-calorie comfort foods, but a study from Sydney suggests this isn't a healthy choice. Stress combined with different calorie-rich comfort foods can affect your brain and lead to noticeable overeating, cravings for sweet and fat foods, and also weight gain.
Kate Yakimchuk research food comfort obesity Cooking 25 September 2023