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Father’s Mental Health may be Linked to Child’s Behaviour

Numerous research has proven in the past that a mother’s wellness and mental health during labor can have direct consequences on the health of the child. However, new research is showing that the mental health of an expectant father may … Continue reading

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Soda drinks linked to risk of depression, while caffeine linked to lower depression rates

A recent study performed by the National Institutes of Health in Research Triangle Park in North Carolina has shown that sweetened beverages, coffee and tea have important mental health consequences. In this study, consumption rates of sodas, tea, coffee and … Continue reading

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New strategies to help student mental health

Following reports of a series of student deaths in 2010 and 2011, Queen’s University has released a new report making 116 health-care professional-approved recommendations for improving students’ mental health in an effort to heighten mental health awareness at schools across … Continue reading

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Post-traumatic stress disorder is linked to a smaller brain area responsible for the fear response

Recent research published in Archives of General Psychiatry has shown clear evidence that a reduced amygdala volume is associated with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The role of the amygdala in regulating fear, anxiety and stress responses is well established, and … Continue reading

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Children and Teens are at Risk for Lasting Emotional Impact from Hurricane Sandy

Weeks after the onset of the storm, Sandy’s flood waters have receded, and demolished homes are in the process of being repaired. However, the aftershocks of the storm may persist in many children who were in its path, leaving an … Continue reading

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