Thesis: Evidence of Wholism

The dramatic effects nature has on people's agency, their perception of time, sleep, mental health and much more.

From heatwaves to wildfire smoke, climate change is reshaping healthcare delivery, Salas says. Clinicians need tools and policies to fill the gaps.

The world is facing multiple — potentially catastrophic — crises, including inequality, poverty, food insecurity, climate change and biodiversity loss. These issues are interconnected and require systemic solutions, as changes in one system affects others. However, human systems have largely failed to acknowledge their connection to ecological systems. Most modern societies have dominating and exploitative relationships with nature, which are...

Indigenous teachings offer insights into creating a more harmonious relationship with nature, which would reduce the risk of future pandemics

This summer’s acupuncture research highlights clinically relevant developments in allergic rhinitis, chronic fatigue syndrome, and anxiety-related insomnia.

When you hear the term “normal” in psychology, do you ever wonder what this means? A new paper takes psychology to task in challenging this ambiguous and possibly misleading term.

Childhood trauma doesn't just leave psychological scars—it biologically reshapes the brain through chronic neuroinflammation and structural changes, increasing vulnerability to psychiatric disorders later in life.

Why do we get tired after meals, and how much fatigue is normal? Click here to learn what can cause that midday and post-dinner sleepy feeling.

Your brain chemistry is built on food. In this video, I’ll show you how nutrients from whole foods create key brain chemicals like serotonin and dopamine—and...

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Your brain chemistry is built on food. In this video, I’ll show you how nutrients from whole foods create key brain chemicals like serotonin and dopamine—and...

🎙In this thought-provoking episode, Til and Whitney welcome back fascia researcher Robert Schleip to explore the evolving science behind fascia’s role in em...

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By noticing the smiles, eye contact, and voices of people who make you feel safe, you’ll be able to recognize those cues more easily in social situations where you might feel uncomfortable.

But expert says the study does not suggest people seeking mental health care should self-manage with lifestyle changes

It might be worth asking your dermatologist. The post Could Psychodermatology Be the Key to Healthier Skin? appeared first on Best Health.

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Depression, schizophrenia and other mental health conditions affect 1 in 4 people in their lifetime, but mechanisms underlying these conditions are poorly understood. New research has linked the body's immune response with schizophrenia, Alzheimer's disease, depression, and bipolar disorder. The study demonstrates mental health conditions might be affected by the whole body as well as changes in the brain. The findings could pave the way for better treatments of some mental health conditions.

Did you know 95% of your body's serotonin—the "happy hormone"—is produced in your gut? A balanced gut microbiome can enhance mood, boost cognitive function, and reduce stress-related disorders.

Depression is a widely discussed topic, with many people learning how it affects lifestyle, behavior as well as their physical health. What people do not know is that depression can have a major impact on your body, and a new study shows that it can affect the onset of chronic illnesses in your body.

While more research is needed to fully understand the relationship between emotional suppression and autoimmune diseases, existing evidence highlights the importance of addressing emotional well-being as part of a holistic approach to health.

Whether it's causal or not, the connection between inflammation and depression opens up new avenues for treatment, and new hope for sufferers.

Mental health is important to the heart and overall health, the American Heart Association says in a new statement encouraging providers to consider the psychological health of their patients.

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Researchers confirm the link between mood, mental health and gut bacteria.

Research shows sufferers have higher levels of bacteria involved in processing nitrates, and could explain why some foods appear to act as migraine triggers