Psychiatric

Poor sleep quality worsens health problems in obese older people, study shows

Published October 11, 2023 | Originally published on MedicalXpress Breaking News-and-Events Obese older people who sleep badly have less muscle strength and mass in their legs and arms, as well as more body fat and more symptoms of anxiety and depression than those who sleep well, according to a study conducted by researchers at the […]

The vitamin that affects mood—and may help with depression

By Naveed Saleh, MD, MS | Medically reviewed by Amanda Zeglis, DO, MBA | Published October 7, 2022 Key Takeaways Adjunctive treatment for depression is a significant unmet need, with antidepressants not always effective. Vitamin D deficiency is commonly seen in patients with major depressive disorder. Vitamin D receptors are located in regions of the […]

Effect of walnut consumption on neuropsychological development in healthy adolescents: a multi-school randomised controlled trial

eClinical Medicine VOLUME 59, 101954, MAY 2023 Ariadna Pinar-Martí q Published:April 06, 2023 DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eclinm.2023.101954 Summary Background Omega-3 fatty acids are critical for neuropsychological functioning. Adolescence is increasingly believed to entail brain vulnerability to dietary intake. The potential benefit on adolescent neurodevelopment of consuming walnuts, a source of omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), remains unclear. Methods We […]

Physical activity improves symptoms of depression and anxiety in many adult populations

By Nicholas Ng Fat Hing, Ashley Jackson | Published April 14, 2023 Key Takeaways In this umbrella review, physical activity was effective in reducing the symptoms of depression and anxiety, not only in those with mental health disorders and chronic diseases, but also in the general population. In addition, the greatest benefit of physical activity […]

Mushroom Consumption May Lower Risk of Depression

October 11, 2021 Summary: Regular consumption of mushrooms may reduce a person’s risk of developing depression, a new study reports. Source: Penn State Mushrooms have been making headlines due to their many health advantages. Not only do they lower one’s risk of cancer and premature death, but new research led by Penn State College of Medicine also reveals that these superfoods may benefit a person’s […]

Risk factors for non-specific low back pain in older people: a systematic review with meta-analysis

Felício, D.C., Filho, J.E., de Oliveira, T.M.D. et al. Risk factors for non-specific low back pain in older people: a systematic review with meta-analysis. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-021-03959-0 Abstract Purpose To conduct a systematic review about risk factors associated with non-specific low back pain (LBP) in older people. Methods The study protocol was […]

What Sugar Does to the Brain

Alistair Gardiner | February 12, 2021 Sugar is a slippery slope. On the one hand, the brain and body need it for fuel; on the other, it can act like a drug—the more we eat, the more we seem to crave. Sugar has been considered a dietary enemy for a long time—and with good reason. […]

4 unintended consequences of antibiotic use

Naveed Saleh, MD, MS | January 8, 2021 In recent years, the gut microbiome has received much attention. The microbiota plays an important role in health and pathology. Hard-to-treat nosocomial infections in hospitalized patients, for instance, often derive from the microbiome, where antibiotic use selects for antibiotic-resistant organisms. Antibiotic use should always be carefully considered, […]

Is Your Teenager At Risk of Dying From Heart Failure? What Every Parent MUST Know to Prevent Sudden Death!

Ronald Grisanti D.C., D.A.B.C.O., D.A.C.B.N., M.S., CFMP An athletic 20 year man is playing basketball and suddenly collapses on the court and dies. On a hot July day, a young and vibrant college football player suddenly makes a great tackle and never gets up.. only to be pronounced dead 5 minutes later. High School track […]

Yoga shown to improve anxiety: Study

MedicalXpress Breaking News-and-Events|August 12, 2020 Yoga improves symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder, a condition with chronic nervousness and worry, suggesting the popular practice may be helpful in treating anxiety in some people. Led by researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, a new study found that yoga was significantly more effective for generalized anxiety disorder than standard […]

Core and adjunctive interventions for osteoarthritis: efficacy and models for implementation

Published: 13 July 2020 Jocelyn L. Bowden, David J. Hunter, Leticia A. Deveza, Vicky Duong, Krysia S. Dziedzic, Kelli D. Allen, Ping-Keung Chan & Jillian P. Eyles Nature Reviews Rheumatology (2020) Abstract Osteoarthritis (OA) is a complex musculoskeletal disease and a leading cause of pain and disability worldwide. Hip and knee OA alone are major […]

Food & mood: a review of supplementary prebiotic and probiotic interventions in the treatment of anxiety and depression in adults

“Probiotics paired with prebiotics may hold a place in depression and anxiety treatment regimens, according to a review of seven studies. (The BMJ)” Noonan S, Zaveri M, Macaninch E, et alFood & mood: a review of supplementary prebiotic and probiotic interventions in the treatment of anxiety and depression in adults.  BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health 2020;bmjnph-2019-000053. […]

Repetitive negative thinking linked to dementia risk

MedicalXpress Breaking News-and-Events|June 8, 2020 Persistently engaging in negative thinking patterns may raise the risk of Alzheimer disease, finds a new UCL-led study. In the study of people aged over 55, published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia, researchers found ‘repetitive negative thinking’ (RNT) is linked to subsequent cognitive decline as well as the deposition of harmful brain […]

Meditation Combined with Aerobic Exercise Reduces Stress and Rumination While Enhancing Quality of Life in Medical Students

The Journal of Alternative and Complementary MedicineVol. 26, No. 5Original ArticlesFree Access MAP Train My Brain: Meditation Combined with Aerobic Exercise Reduces Stress and Rumination While Enhancing Quality of Life in Medical Students Paul Lavadera, Emma M. Millon, and Tracey J. Shors Published Online:11 May 2020https://doi.org/10.1089/acm.2019.0281 Abstract Medical students must commit a great deal of […]

Noninvasive Nonpharmacological Treatment for Chronic Pain: A Systematic Review Update [Internet].

Editors Skelly AC, Chou R, Dettori JR, Turner JA, Friedly JL, Rundell SD, Fu R, Brodt ED, Wasson N, Kantner S, Ferguson AJR. Source Rockville (MD): Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (US); 2020 Apr. Report No.: 20-EHC009. AHRQ Comparative Effectiveness Reviews. Structured Abstract Objectives: We updated the evidence from our 2018 report assessing persistent […]

The Holmes-Rahe Stress Inventory

What Does Your Score Mean? 150 points or less | a relatively low amount of life change and a low susceptibility to stress-induced health breakdown 150 to 300 points | 50% chance of health breakdown in the next 2 years 300 points or more | 80% chance of health breakdown in the next 2 years, […]

Stress linked to inflammatory arthritis among at-risk individuals

Polinski KJ, Fontaine K. Arthritis Care Res. 2019;doi:10.1002/acr.24085. October 29, 2019 Perceived stress is significantly associated with developing inflammatory arthritis among those who are at risk, according to findings published in Arthritis Care & Research. “Stress is a part of everyday life, but how we perceive and cope with stressors can have potential impacts on our health,” Kristen J. Polinski, […]

International Society for Nutritional Psychiatry Research Practice Guidelines for Omega-3 Fatty Acids in the Treatment of Major Depressive Disorder

Guu T.-W. Psychother Psychosom 2019;88:263–273 https://doi.org/10.1159/000502652 Abstract Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a complex mental illness with unmet therapeutic needs. The antidepressant effects of ω–3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n–3 PUFAs) have been widely reported. The subcommittee of the International Society for Nutritional Psychiatry Research organized an expert panel and conducted a literature review and a […]

Neuroinflammation: An Important New Insight Into Complex Brain Disorders

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The inflammatory potential of the diet is directly associated with incident depressive symptoms among French adults

The Journal of Nutrition — Adjibade M, et al. | June 04, 2019 Among participants (n=26,730; aged 18–86 years) from the NutriNet-Santé study, researchers assessed the risk of incident depressive symptoms in relation to inflammatory potential of the diet, which was measured using the Alternate Dietary Inflammatory Index. They also investigated whether sex, age, body […]