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Happy 76th Birthday to Peter Gabriel, the English singer-songwriter who is one of the most influential progressive rock innovators of all time. At 17, he founded the band Genesis—and later launched a successful solo career, winning six Grammy Awards. WATCH the ground-breaking Sledgehammer video… (1950) Photo by Bryan Ledgard, CC license, 2007 After his first hit, Solsbury Hill, he released the enormous 1986 No.1 single, Sledgehammer, which won a record nine MTV Awards with the stop-motion claymation video that became the most played music video of all time—opening the door for artists and bands to get creative and allow their…

While not a treatment for depression, new research has found just how beneficial exercise can be for new mums and young adults struggling with their mental health. Many an elderly woman has blamed the country’s mental health crisis on a lack of physical activity. While certainly not a cause of depression, new research suggests exercise could still be incredibly helpful for people living with depression, particularly new mums and young adults.While getting started after a period of exercising infrequently can feel less than ideal, activities such as running, swimming or dancing could deliver a multitude of mental health benefits, researchers found. Aerobic…

India is facing a serious shortage of registered psychologists, and it could directly affect mental health care and suicide prevention efforts across the country. A recent study has found that the number of trained and registered psychologists in India is far lower than what is required to meet growing demand. As cases of stress, depression and anxiety rise, experts say the gap in mental health services is becoming harder to ignore. Without enough professionals, timely support and early intervention may remain out of reach for many.The study points out that mental health disorders are increasing in India. At the same…

By NEREYDA FRANCO Photo by Slaapwijsheid.nl on Unsplash February is American Heart Month, the perfect occasion to talk about the relationship between cardiac health and sleep. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one in three adults in the United States report not getting enough rest or sleep every day. Good sleep is essential for all our major body functions. Poor sleep causes more than just baggy eyes and an afternoon slump. It increases our risk of getting, or worsening, conditions like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.   Why Healthy Sleep is ImportantDuring sleep, our body undergoes an…

                                What Do You Think? In Ohio, as in many states, employees cannot obtain workers’ compensation benefits if their intoxication caused them to get injured. A case involving a vacuum packaging line associate who got his glove caught in a conveyor belt highlights the role that expert testimony and drug tests can play during disputes over compensability. It was around 8 p.m. when the claimant’s glove got caught under a conveyor belt. He suffered injuries which later resulted in parts of his fingers and palms having to…

If you are single, the most meaningful Valentine’s date is the one where you show up fully for yourself. Connect your true nature and plan a date for yourself like you would do it for someone else.

1. Four weeks of telephone-delivered behavioral activation and mindfulness interventions by lay counsellors were associated with reduced loneliness and improved well-being at 12 months among older adults compared to telephone-delivered befriending. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Late-life loneliness is associated with poor mental and cognitive health and increased risk of premature mortality. Behavioral activation interventions encourage engagement in rewarding and meaningful activities, while mindfulness interventions foster present-moment awareness and acceptance. Although both interventions have been shown to alleviate loneliness, long-term effects past 6 months are unclear. This study thus investigated the long-term effects of behavioral activation and mindfulness interventions compared…

Credit: Unsplash+ Scientists from Pontifical Catholic University of Goiás have found that B vitamins and vitamin D may help prevent or reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. Depression is more than simply feeling sad or having a bad day. When a low mood persists for a long period and begins to interfere with everyday functioning, it may indicate depression. The exact cause of depression is not fully understood. It is thought to result from a complex interaction of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors. Anxiety disorders often occur alongside depression. People with anxiety disorders experience intense and sometimes uncontrollable feelings…

What’s Changed About Life Expectancy—and Why It Matters People are living longer nowadays. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the average life expectancy was 75.8 years for males, 81.1 years for females, and the average for both sexes is 78.4 years in 2023. But these averages don’t tell the whole story. Medical advances mean more people are living into their late 80s and 90s than ever before. A longer life means more years in retirement, and that shift has real consequences on retirement planning. Some people face shorter retirements due to health issues, while others may…

The strategy marks a shift from traditional care-focused approaches to a proactive model that invests in individuals’ capabilities, empowers families, and encourages active community participation. Its development drew on an extensive methodology, including analysis of over 30 studies and reports, benchmarking against 200 best practices in 12 countries, and consultations with 15 international and local experts. More than 20 strategic meetings with social sector partners ensured that the initiatives address the evolving needs of all community groups.