MentalHealth
Hydroponic gardening can boost quality of life for cancer patients
Hydroponic gardening can boost quality of life for cancer patients Indoor hydroponic gardening has been shown to improve the quality of life for cancer patients by reducing pain, increasing mental well-being, and promoting healthier eating habits. A pilot study conducted at the Houston Methodist Cancer Center found that participants who used an AeroGarden brand hydroponic […]
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People abused by intimate partners have worse asthma – but researchers are still untangling the reasons behind this surprising link
People abused by intimate partners have worse asthma – but researchers are still untangling the reasons behind this surprising link Asthma sufferers who have been abused by intimate partners have worse asthma symptoms, but researchers are still trying to understand the reasons behind this link. Most current treatments for asthma target inflammation, but a new […]
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Phone data could help identify mental health disorders
Phone data could help identify mental health disorders Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have found that cellphone data can help identify mental health disorders, such as depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. The study used a statistical analysis tool to find correlations between sensor data and mental health symptoms reported by participants, showing that sensor […]
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More than 40 years after police killed Eleanor Bumpurs in her Bronx apartment, people still #sayhername
More than 40 years after police killed Eleanor Bumpurs in her Bronx apartment, people still #sayhername Eleanor Bumpurs, a 66-year-old Black woman with mental health problems, was killed by police in her Bronx apartment on October 29, 1984, sparking widespread outrage and calls for reform. The incident highlighted the need for better training on how […]
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AI chatbots routinely violate mental health ethics standards
AI chatbots routinely violate mental health ethics standards A new study has found that AI chatbots, including those used for mental health advice, systematically violate ethical standards of practice established by organizations like the American Psychological Association. The researchers identified 15 ethical risks in LLM counselors, including a lack of contextual adaptation, poor therapeutic collaboration, […]
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Navigating mental illness in the workplace can be tricky, but employees are entitled to accommodations
Navigating mental illness in the workplace can be tricky, but employees are entitled to accommodations Mental health challenges are becoming increasingly common in the US, affecting approximately 23% of adults, with a nearly 37% increase over the past decade. Employees with mental illness may face difficulties in completing tasks at work due to symptoms such […]
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Does the full moon make us sleepless? A neurologist explains the science behind sleep, mood and lunar myths
Does the full moon make us sleepless? A neurologist explains the science behind sleep, mood and lunar myths The full moon may have a modest effect on sleep, causing people to sleep about 20 minutes less, take longer to fall asleep, and spend less time in deep, restorative sleep. The most likely reason for this […]
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College faculty are under pressure to say and do the right thing – the stress also trickles down to students
College faculty are under pressure to say and do the right thing – the stress also trickles down to students College faculty are under immense pressure to say and do the right thing, leading to stress and burnout that trickles down to students. The academic profession is caught in the crosscurrents of culture and politics, […]
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Helping friends can boost mood for older adults
Helping friends can boost mood for older adults Providing practical help to close friends can boost mood for older adults, particularly women, who tend to have more emotional intimacy and conversation-based friendships. Older men are less likely than women to provide emotional support to friends, and may experience a lower positive mood on days they […]
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Can an AI chatbot make a good therapist?
Can an AI chatbot make a good therapist? AI chatbots have made significant progress in recent years and can be helpful in certain contexts. The effectiveness of AI chatbots as therapists depends on various factors, including their programming, training data, and user interface. Some studies suggest that AI chatbots can provide emotional support and coping […]
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