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Technology and Brain Health

How AI Supports Student Mental Health in Higher Education

How AI Supports Student Mental Health in Higher Education
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How Technology Can Reinforce Students’ Mental Health

After observing a disconnect between the number of students who were struggling and how few actually sought assistance, Yusen Zhai, director of the Community Counseling Clinic at the University of Alabama at Birmingham,

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Nutrition for Brain Health

How Ultra-processed Foods Can Have a Negative Effect on Brain Health

How Ultra-processed Foods Can Have a Negative Effect on Brain Health
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Many of us eat foods such as deli meat, instant soups, and snacks like packaged chips. But while these foods taste good and are easy to grab, they aren’t so great for our overall health.

“All these

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Mental Health and Brain Health

Youth athletes, not just professionals, may face mental health risks from repeated traumatic brain injuries

Youth athletes, not just professionals, may face mental health risks from repeated traumatic brain injuries
5 min read

On July 28, 2025, a 27-year-old gunman entered a New York City office building that is home to the National Football League’s headquarters. He shot and killed four people and injured one other before killing himself.

In a note found

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Technology and Brain Health

Mental Health Drugs: New Insight Into 5-HT1A Receptor

Mental Health Drugs: New Insight Into 5-HT1A Receptor
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In a discovery that could guide the development of next-generation antidepressants and antipsychotic medications, researchers at the Icahn School of

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Nutrition for Brain Health

11 Vitamin B12 Foods to Support Energy and Brain Health

11 Vitamin B12 Foods to Support Energy and Brain Health
5 min read

One cannot have a well-balanced meal without incorporating vitamin B12 foods into the mix. The water soluble vitamin, explains Samantha Dieras, RN, DCN, director of ambulatory nutrition services at Mount Sinai Hospital, plays a vital role in nerve function,

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Supplements and Medications for Brain Health

3 Potential Health Benefits of Catuaba

3 Potential Health Benefits of Catuaba
9 min read

Key Takeaways

  • Catuaba is an herbal remedy believed to have benefits like improving brain health, fighting infection, and reducing fatigue.
  • More research is required before catuaba can be recommended as a safe and effective supplement. Talk with a healthcare provider
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Nutrition for Brain Health

6 Best Teas for Brain Health, According to Dietitians

6 Best Teas for Brain Health, According to Dietitians
5 min read

Key Takeaways

  • Some teas have antioxidants, amino acids, and plant compounds that can support long-term cognitive health.
  • Green tea is one of the most researched options, thanks to its L-theanine, catechins, and EGCG.
  • Caffeine-free options can still boost focus and
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