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Mental Health and Brain Health

Menopause Tied to Brain Changes, Mental Health Issues

Menopause Tied to Brain Changes, Mental Health Issues
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Menopause is linked to reductions in grey matter volume in key brain regions as well as increased levels of anxiety and depression and difficulties with sleep, according to new research from the University of Cambridge.

The study, published today in

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Mental Health and Brain Health

Cannabis use before age15 is linked to physical and mental health issues : Shots

Cannabis use before age15 is linked to physical and mental health issues : Shots
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The adolescent brain is still developing and the use of cannabis regularly may disrupt healthy neural development.

The adolescent brain is still developing, and the use of cannabis regularly may disrupt healthy neural development.

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Teens who start using cannabis before age 15 are more likely to use

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Technology and Brain Health

A ‘digital twin’ of your brain could predict mental health issues, and slow cognitive decline

A ‘digital twin’ of your brain could predict mental health issues, and slow cognitive decline
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When we hear the word “twins”, we tend to think of two identical people who share physical traits, and perhaps certain behaviours or quirks. However, in the world of technology this word has a different meaning. It refers to something

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Mental Health and Brain Health

The Microplastics in Your Brain May Be Causing Mental Health Issues

The Microplastics in Your Brain May Be Causing Mental Health Issues
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Each of our brains is swimming in enough microplastics to form a plastic spoon, scientists discovered earlier this year. Since then, medical researchers have been scrambling to understand how that could affect our neurological

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Technology and Brain Health

Between the Bridges Healing Center Offering Groundbreaking Technology Using Brain Stimulation to Treat Mental Health Issues

Between the Bridges Healing Center Offering Groundbreaking Technology Using Brain Stimulation to Treat Mental Health Issues
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Between the Bridges Healing Center Offering Groundbreaking Technology Using Brain Stimulation to Treat Mental Health Issues

Complimentary Launch Party on May 15 to Showcase New Treatment

MANKATO, Minn., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Individuals suffering from depression, stress or

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Mental Health and Brain Health

Is eating spicy food causing you mental health issues? Doctor explains how it affects your brain and gut health | Health

Is eating spicy food causing you mental health issues? Doctor explains how it affects your brain and gut health | Health
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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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