3 Marriage counselors on the improper use of therapeutic language

Photo-Illustration: The cut; Photo: Getty Relationships are difficult. They require, among other things, compromise, compassion and patience, often more than we are able to provide. Perhaps unsurprisingly then, they have been particularly amenable to therapeutic language, the now widespread use of clinical terminology to describe certain behaviors or experiences, such as trauma or gaslight or … Leer más

More than 850 people have come to the video game addiction clinic

More than 850 people have been referred to a clinic for video game addicts as experts warn the UK is not doing enough to address gambling-style features in games on mobile phones and consoles. The National Center for Gaming Disorders (NCGD), which had its first patient in 2020, originally received funding from the NHS on … Leer más

13 foods that make you gassy

There’s no way around it: Some foods make you gassy. You could probably name the most common offenders (remember the «beans, beans, the magic fruit» ditty from the playground days?), but it’s not just legumes that can give you excess gas. A whole smorgasbord of other foods can be the underlying cause of an absolute … Leer más

Nutritional advisory: Here’s what’s in 28 grams of nuts

News Lifestyle Health Nutritional advisory: Here’s what’s in 28 grams of nuts Walnuts are good for heart health, brain health, diabetes management and weight loss, among other things. Walnuts are also called «brain food» due to their high content of omega-3 fatty acids. (Photo source: Freepik) Fancy nut brownies or Nutella with nuts on croutons? … Leer más

The gut: a game changer for a healthy lifestyle

This summer parents are looking for tips, advice and information on how to help their children thrive during the holiday months. You can read all about it at irishtimes.com/health/your-family We all know the benefits of eating right, yet not many seem to know how to take care of your gut, the second brain of the … Leer más

Conscious Eating: Chhavi Mittal shares a healthy breakfast option

News Lifestyle Health Mindful eating: Chhavi Mittal shares ‘healthy breakfast option’ «It’s very very simple and it’s very tasty,» said Chhavi Mittal Chhavi shares healthy recipe (Source: Chhavi Mittal/Instagram) Indulging in a healthy breakfast is essential to start a productive day and maintain general well-being. It fuels the body, improves concentration and increases metabolism, helping … Leer más

Help, I’m in a toxic workplace

A toxic workplace can be difficult to pin down. According to a 2022 MIT Sloan Business School study, ingredients can include behavior that is disrespectful, discriminatory, unethical, callous, or abusive. But what is clear is that they have the potential to cause employees a complete mental breakdown. Healthcare professionals and organizational development specialists warn that … Leer más

How ketamine may help some people with treatment-resistant depression

Share on PinterestThe substance ketamine can be given by infusion or injection. Cavan Images/Raffi Maghdessian/Getty Images Ketamine is a federally approved anesthetic that can have psychedelic effects. Researchers report that the substance was successful in a recent study in helping reduce symptoms in one in five people with treatment-resistant depression. Experts say the results are … Leer más

Ketamine injections for depression? A new study shows promising results, but it’s one of many options

Ketamine might be better known as a recreational drug or anesthetic. But there is growing evidence of its use for people with hard-to-treat depression. An Australian study released today showed some positive results for people with treatment-resistant depression when given ketamine injections. But we don’t know if these effects are sustained long-term, and there are … Leer más