Despite the staggering increase in antidepressant prescribing and long-term use, many medical professionals remain clueless about how to support patients safely stop antidepressant medications and cope with withdrawal symptoms. A recently published study highlights the frustration felt by antidepressant users who have suffered from a lack of professional support and suggestions on how doctors and […]
Researchers have found a link between frequent YouTube use and increased levels of loneliness, anxiety and depression, especially in users under the age of 29 who watch content about the lives of others. They are calling for limiting YouTube time, encouraging other forms of social interaction, and improving algorithmic systems to guide users to positive
Energy drinks are drinks often grabbed in an act of desperation, perhaps it’s a long shift that drags on, a big test coming up, a hangover from a full night out, a game or a competition. But we might turn to energy drinks because they have far more caffeine than coffee: An average 8-ounce coffee
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New research has demonstrated the antidepressant and antistress effects of KNT-127, a potent delta opioid receptor (DOP) agonist, in a mouse model. The study showed that KNT-127 reduced inflammation and neonatal neuronal death in the hippocampus, potentially offering a more effective and faster-acting treatment for depression with fewer side effects than conventional antidepressants. Researchers have
Heart disease and stroke are the leading (and growing) causes of death, especially in older individuals. Vitamin D acts on cells throughout the vascular system, reducing inflammation, regulating the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system, and inhibiting vascular smooth muscle proliferation. Observational studies have shown an inverse relationship between vitamin D levels and the risk of cardiovascular disease. Prospective
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