Happiness Is By D.Y.A.N.A Editorial Team Happiness is a subjective experience that can vary from person to person. Happiness is spending time with loved ones: Being surrounded by family and friends who love and support us can bring a sense of joy and contentment. Happiness is achieving a goal: […]
Category: Mental Health
Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Psychotherapists, and Therapists
Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Psychotherapists, and Therapists By D.Y.A.N.A Editorial Team Psychiatrists, psychologists, psychotherapists, and therapists are all professionals in the field of mental health, but they differ in their education, training, and approach to treatment. Psychiatrists: Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness. […]
Perpetual Sadness
Perpetual Sadness By D.Y.A.N.A Editorial Team Perpetual sadness, also known as chronic sadness or dysthymia, is a type of persistent depressive disorder that is characterized by a low mood, sadness, and hopelessness that lasts for an extended period, typically for more than two years. People with perpetual sadness may experience a variety […]
Cats and Senior Citizens
Cats and Senior Citizens By D.Y.A.N.A Editorial Team Having cats as pets can have several positive effects on the mental health of senior citizens, especially those who live alone. Here are some of the benefits: Companionship: Cats can provide seniors with companionship and emotional support. Studies have shown that […]
Teens can have excellent executive function — just not all the time
Q&A — Neuroscientist Beatriz Luna Teens can have excellent executive function — just not all the time Adolescents’ brains are highly capable, if inconsistent, during this critical age of exploration and development. They are also acutely tuned into rewards. By Emily Underwood The ability to set a goal and pursue it without […]
Depression and Neurotransmitters
Depression and Neurotransmitters By D.Y.A.N.A Editorial Team Depression is a complex mental disorder that can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetics, life experiences, and environmental factors. One of the major theories about the underlying causes of depression involves imbalances in brain chemicals, or neurotransmitters. Neurotransmitters are chemicals that transmit […]
Music and Mental Health
Music and Mental Health By D.Y.A.N.A Editorial Team Music has been a significant part of human civilization for thousands of years, and it has played a crucial role in enhancing mental health and well-being. Across different cultures and time periods, people have used music as a way to soothe their […]
Family Connectedness is Key to Children’s Mental Health
Family Connectedness is Key to Children’s Mental Health By: StopBullying.gov Ed Board, May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Analyses of CDC’s 2019 Youth Risk Behavior Survey datashows that more than 1 in 3 high school students experienced persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness in the 12 months preceding the survey, a 40 percent increase since 2009. Bullying […]
Mental Health Benefits of Owning a Pet
Mental Health Benefits of Owning a Pet By D.Y.A.N.A Editorial Team Introduction: Pets are a source of joy and companionship for many people around the world. However, what many people may not realize is that owning a pet can also have a positive impact on mental health. In this essay, we […]
Making Alzheimer’s Just a Memory
Making Alzheimer’s Just a Memory An in-depth look at Alzheimer’s and work to find a cure (Family Features) Although the COVID-19 pandemic turned the world upside down, the rapid development of multiple vaccines has spurred hope that treatments – or even potential cures – may be found for other devastating conditions. One such candidate is […]