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The Chemistry Between Exercising and Your Brain

In recent years, it has become widely accepted as common knowledge that exercising is a major factor in maintaining positive mental health. However, the reasons behind how exercise plays a role in increasing our mental well-being may not be nearly … Continue reading

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Under Diagnosed Mental Health Conditions Among Sleep Walkers

French scientists find that sleep walking is an under diagnosed condition, known to affect 4% of adults, which take a serious toll on quality of life and daytime moods when compared to a control group. The condition arises when part … Continue reading

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What works 4 U? Share what treatments work for mental health problems

WhatWorks4U.org is a website developed by Professor Tony Jorm & the Population Mental Health research team at The University of Melbourne. The website lets young people share what treatments have worked for their mental health problems and learn what treatments … Continue reading

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Identifying Mental Illness in Children

What may surprise you is that one in five children suffers from mental illnesses interfering with their daily life. According to American Psychological Association this often this goes unrecognized by professionals and parents because they expect them to “grow out” … Continue reading

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Misdiagnosis of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder

A recent addition to the DSM-5 clarifies Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) as a disorder affecting five to seven percent of women of reproductive age. It shares several characteristics with different mood disorders and is most commonly misdiagnosed as Major Depression. … Continue reading

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