The use of the term “brain health” has increased dramatically in the past decade, reflecting a growing focus on overall brain wellness. It encompasses overall brain function and is distinct from the term “mental health,” which focuses on emotional and
Most people want to keep their brain sharp, especially as they age, to ward off conditions like dementia and depression.
Americans place brain health and mental health high up on their list of the most important health issues, according to
To mark Nutrition Month, the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) sat down with Christina Seely, Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and co-chair of the Dietitians of Canada Addiction, Mental Health & Eating Disorders Network, to discuss the deeply intertwined
A new study published in Nature Mental Health has found that patterns of brain activity can help predict different types of mental health symptoms, and that these brain-based predictors are more similar within symptom categories than between them. In other
As a neuroscience researcher and psychiatrist, I’ve been treating patients for over two decades. I’ve found that there are certain daily habits that influence our mental resilience and brain health.
In my new book, “Healing The Modern Brain,” I offer
For the millions of Americans who retire each year, stopping work might seem like a well-deserved break. But it can also precipitate big changes in brain health, including an increased risk of cognitive decline and depression.
Before retiring, you’re getting
The Feindel Brain and Mind Seminar Series will advance the vision of Dr. William Feindel (1918–2014), Former Director of the Neuro (1972–1984), to constantly bridge the clinical and research realms. The talks will highlight the latest advances and discoveries in
Exposure to air pollution in early life could have lasting effects on child development and mental health in adolescence, according to our recent study.
We integrated air pollution data with existing longitudinal data from the Christchurch Health and Development Study
Many of us enjoy eating spicy foods and revel in the challenge of trying to stomach the hottest of hot sauces or dishes. But is this habit of consuming intense food items good for us? According to Ameera Shah, executive
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The decline in mental health post-pandemic has been widely discussed, particularly as it affects younger generations. But beyond self-reports and epidemiological studies, can AI predict underlying trends in mental health decline? Could
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