Scientists say rising climate disasters could act as hidden childhood traumas, reshaping brain development and fueling mental health crises without urgent global action.
Perspective: Extreme weather and climate-related adverse childhood experiences are a humanitarian crisis during the 21st century. Image
Stronger coordination between the brain and the stomach’s natural rhythm is linked to higher levels of anxiety, depression, and stress, according to the largest study of
The chronic stress of systemic racism has been linked to higher rates of hypertension, heart disease, stroke, and PTSD like symptoms among Black Americans. These biological issues also affect mental and cognitive health brain health, increasing the chances of
In the twenty-first century, the most valuable asset of any nation is not its land or industry, but the cognitive, emotional, and social skills of its people—their brain capital. Recent advances in neuroscience and behavioral science have confirmed
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A growing body of research indicates that physical space profoundly affects our brain health. The capacity of our buildings and public spaces to be regenerative in that regard remains largely untapped, however.
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Africa’s population over the age of 60 will triple by 2050, bringing “a sharp rise in neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s, with profound health and economic costs”,
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Dr Ng explained that the brain needs sleep to consolidate memories. That means it sorts, stores and strengthens new information we have taken in during the day. If sleep is poor, memory suffers.
“This is why good sleep is not
Today, there are between 10,000 and 20,000 mental health apps. In the U.S. alone, there are 1.2 million mental health providers. And Mental Health Awareness Month began 75 years ago. It’s safe to say we’ve never been more aware of
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