Mindfulness May Help Patients Taper Off Opioid Use, Study Reveals
Mindfulness, mindfulness, mindfulness: Can we stop talking about mindfulness? No, actually… we can’t. I know it seems like the word mindfulness has suddenly saturated the internet, but the reality is mindfulness has a major impact on our psychological health. In fact, a new study examined the impact practicing had on opioid use, and the results . . . . Continue Reading
Experts Concerned Netflix’s New Film Will ‘Trigger’ Anorexia
Another Netflix original program is stirring controversy. In case you missed the 13 Reasons Why debacle, you now have a second opportunity to voice your opinion. While the show 13 Reasons Why received criticism because many felt it idealized suicide, Netflix’s new film The Bone, have eating disorder experts concerned about its potential to trigger . . . . Continue Reading
Vegetarian Diets Found to Be Twice as Effective for Weight Loss
Veggie lovers rejoice. It turns out those who are on a vegetarian diet are losing weight more effectively and improving their metabolism by reducing muscle fat. A new study published in the Journal of College Nutrition discovered the vegetarian diets trumped low-calorie diets when it came to losing and maintaining weight. For those with . . . . Continue Reading
Naomi Campbell Opens Up About Cocaine Addiction and Going to NA
The famous British supermodel Naomi Campbell recently opened up about her past at a women’s summit. Naomi Campbell attended the Fortune Most Powerful International Summit on Monday, June 12, where she reflected on her decision to give up cocaine and the subsequent public shaming she received from the British media after making that decision. . . . . Continue Reading
Amanda Bynes Is Back and Sober; Ready to Return to Acting
Amanda Bynes is back and better than ever. She was adored in the 90s when she starred in shows like All That and The Amanda Bynes Show. Then, in the early 2000s, she was in a plethora of movies like She’s The Man and Hairspray. Furthermore, who didn’t love the sitcom What I Like About You . . . . Continue Reading
Is Aging the Reason Behind Your Depression?
Aging is supposed to be a blessing, but to many, it feels like a curse. Women, especially struggle with accepting the physical changes they endure due to the aging process. There’s even a story about a woman who committed suicide after years of aging obsession. There’s an Irish proverb that goes: “Do not regret . . . . Continue Reading
Those Having Weight Loss Surgery Should Learn About Drug Abuse Risks
Lately, I have been thinking about a conversation. A little over a month ago, I had an appointment with a woman who ran a workshop I was interested in attending. We instantly clicked and started rambling about other topics. We were going on about Harry Potter when she asked me what I do for a . . . . Continue Reading
Researchers Discover Females Have Higher Rates of Depression
Gender differences in depression start to appear at age 12 How much does gender affect mental illness, specifically depression? Apparently, a lot. A new study delves into the ways gender differences affect symptoms and diagnoses of depression. Researchers identified a gender influence starting at the age of 12. The analysis examined existing studies that looked . . . . Continue Reading
Kesha Talks Mental Health, Eating Disorders & Social Media Use
Pop singer Kesha recently opened up about mental health, eating disorders and cyberbullying. She also reveals how social media fueled her anxiety and depression. These days, Kesha routinely takes time away from social media and says that comments towards her self-image only progressed her self-harming ways. While social media can be an excellent tool for . . . . Continue Reading
Internet Addiction: Can a Person Be Addicted to Watching YouTube?
A recent study wanted to determine whether or not compulsive YouTube viewing qualifies as an addiction. Admittedly, I am part of the problem. YouTube has played a major role in my life since it first made waves on the internet over a decade ago. Not a week goes back that I do not sift through . . . . Continue Reading