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Internet Addiction Linked to Childhood Depression
According to research printed in the Journal Pediatrics, children who have an unhealthy addiction to the internet are almost twice as likely to suffer from depression. That is an alarming number, and parents should be concerned. The study tracked 1,041 teens in China, where internet addiction is a serious problem. The teens were asked a series of questions in order to assess their risk of depression. Out of the teens studied, 94% were considered unhealthy internet users, and the other 6% were found to be moderately unhealthy internet users.
The researchers evaluated the teens’ risk of depression again 9 months later, and found that the teens with unhealthy internet addiction were one and a half times more likely to show symptoms of depression. While this may seem alarming, teen depression is not new. It’s estimated that over 2 million teens and pre-teens develop depression every year. However, the problem has become so prevalent that a government panel has advised doctors to screen children aged from 12-18 for depression routinely.
Parents should take note and watch for signs of depression, which can include:
Difficulty concentrating and making decisionsLoss of interest in activities that were once enjoyableLoss of energyFeelings of hopelessness or lack of self-worthInsomnia or excessive sleepingOvereating or loss of appetiteThoughts or attempts of suicide
If you or someone you know is suffering from these symptoms, seek professional help immediately.
MindSoothe Jr.
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Women Combating Depression With Coffee
A cup of coffee in the morning is routine for many- just the smell of it can help wake you up. It’s what gets us through the day; most would have a difficult work day without coffee.
A new study conducted by Harvard University gives many women another reason to drink coffee. The study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine found that women who consumed 2-3 cups of coffee a day had a 15% lower risk of depression, and those who drank more had a 20% lower risk.
Over the past 10 year’s doctors, monitored the women’s caffeine intake and noted which participants developed signs of depression during this timeframe. The study consisted of over 50,000 women and was one of the largest women’s studies in America. The average age of the patients was 60 and none were previously diagnosed with depression.
While this may seem like amazing news, the authors caution that more work must be done and they are in the early stages of research. The data must be replicated before any conclusive information can be drawn. At best, this study gives coffee drinkers a piece of mind.
Melancholy Lift
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Stress Less About Money This Year
According to a survey from the National Mental Health Association, finances were listed as the #1 stressor, afflicting nearly half of Americans (48 percent). With health issues ranked the #2 stressor, it is highly likely that there is a strong correlation between the two, and alleviating one may subsequently improve the stress and anxiety caused by the other.
It may be nearly impossible to eliminate all financial worries, but taking small steps to overcome the most common reasons money causes stress can help mitigate our fears (and consequent tension).
1. Put Your Health First
While maintaining your health can be a moderately costly endeavor, typically restoring it can be twice as expensive. By adhering to a healthy lifestyle all year long (eating right, getting enough sleep, and exercising regularly), you can help sustain well-being and trim unplanned expenses from health complications, such as type 2 diabetes, which is strongly linked to obesity and an unhealthy lifestyle.
Further, investing in remedies which can help mitigate ailment symptoms and improve body function for long-term holistic health can help improve overall quality of life.
2. Budget, Budget, Budget
Financial experts unanimously agree on setting a budget, which helps put spending in perspective and cuts frivolous spending. Put aside cash for entertainment expenses, as some studies show that people who pay in cash instead of with credit cards can spend up to 15 percent less, as it triggers more of an emotional connection and
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The Mental Health Benefits of Taking a “Staycation”
For many, travel is the perfect remedy for escaping from the stresses of daily life. However, with rising travel costs and the difficulty of sometimes getting just a few days away from the office, sometimes we have to use our imaginations and make the most of our limited free time.
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Sticking to Your New Year’s Resolution
The year’s resolutions can be one the most gratifying and horrifying ordeals. On one hand you want to stick to your goals, and on the other, you are afraid it may be too difficult. Most people do not stick with their resolution; however, they may just be going about them in the wrong way.
According to the Journal of Clinical Psychology, only 45% of people who make a resolution stick with it over 6 months. That is less than half! This year make a promise to yourself: keep to your goals! It may be easier than you think. Follow these simple tips, and you will be on your way in no time.
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