Are Physical and Emotional Pain the Same Thing?
A very interesting article in the New York Times, “At 71, She’s Never Felt Pain or Anxiety. Now Scientists Know […]
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Evolution of happiness: humans aren’t designed to be happy – so stop trying
A huge happiness and positive thinking industry, estimated to be worth US$11 billion a year, has helped to create the
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Younger adults with inflammatory disease at greater risk of anxiety and depression
The often painful and stigmatising nature of chronic inflammatory disorders, such as psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis, can take a toll
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‘Smiling depression’: it’s possible to be depressed while appearing happy – here’s why that’s particularly dangerous
The term “smiling depression” – appearing happy to others while internally suffering depressive symptoms – has become increasingly popular. Articles
Is depression a mental or physical illness? Unravelling the inflammation hypothesis
Most people feel down, tired and inactive when they’re injured or ill. This “sickness behaviour” is caused by the activation
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To reduce stress and anxiety, write your happy thoughts down
Writing about positive emotions may help to reduce stress and anxiety, according to our new study, published in the British
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10 Ways To Look After Your Mental Health
Just like our physical health, whether we have a medical diagnosis or not, we all need to take care of
Thriving after depression: Why are scientists ignoring good outcomes?
In the wake of suicides by Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain, we as a nation are newly sobered by depression’s
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How exercise can boost your brain function
In Canada, approximately one in five adults will experience a mental illness in their lifetime, with similar numbers reported in
Six things you can do to reduce your risk of dementia
An ageing population is leading to a growing number of people living with dementia. Dementia is an umbrella term for
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