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A decade-long study following Irish mothers suggests that the mental health benefits of breastfeeding may extend well beyond the postnatal period, highlighting a possible long-term link between infant feeding and maternal well-being. Study: Breastfeeding and later depression and anxiety in mothers in Ireland: a 10-year prospective observational study. Image credit: Nastyaofly/Shutterstock.com In a recent study published in BMJ Open, researchers examined whether breastfeeding is associated with a lower likelihood of mothers experiencing anxiety and depression in later life. They found that Irish women who had breastfed were less likely to report anxiety or depression over the 10-year follow-up period. Why…

5 years ago, the world’s oldest known cave painting of an animal, a pig 45,000 years old, is discovered in Leang Tedongnge cave on the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia. As GNN reported at the time, the painting is of a Sulawesi warty pig, a species hunted and depicted often in Sulawesi cave art from the Last Glacial Period. READ more about the image… (2021) Maxime Aubert Measuring 53 inches by 21 inches (136cm by 54cm), the pig is accompanied by two human handprints just above its hindquarters, and a pair of pigs off to the right which are only partially visible. The…

Next to the need for safe and supportive housing, people experiencing homelessness are also in desperate need of mental and behavioral healthcare. To bridge the gap, Albany County in New York is implementing a new program designed to meet unhoused people where they are at.The county has employed a team of six people: A nurse, a mental health clinician, a case manager, a mental health care advocate, a certified alcohol and substance abuse counselor, and a supervising mental health clinician. Together, they are a street psychiatry team, working in public spaces to support people in need of care.Liz Frye, M.D., M.P.H., carries…

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “The U.S. Mental Health Treatment Market 2026: Outpatient & Inpatient Facilities, Apps & Therapists” report from Marketdata LLC has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. This Marketdata LLC study tracks the $118 billion, highly fragmented mental health services market: outpatient and inpatient mental health and substance abuse centers, psychiatric hospitals, and mental health apps platforms. Demand for mental health services soared with the pandemic and 61 million Americans (more than one in five adults) now have some form of mental illness, with prevalence among adolescents rising sharply. The industry has experienced increased demand, particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic, and…

A sharp and healthy brain is important at every stage of life. Whether you are a student, a working professional, a new parent or a senior citizen, your brain needs regular care to stay active and alert.While genetics play a role, daily habits have a powerful impact on how well the brain functions over time.The good news is that you don’t need complicated routines or expensive supplements to support brain health. Simple daily activities, when done consistently, can help improve memory, boost focus and slow down age-related cognitive decline. Experts often say that the brain works like a muscle. The…

– credit Anna Dziubinska on Unsplash Homicides in London have fallen to a decade low of 97 during the year just ended, a Metropolitan Police report revealed. At a rate of 1.1 per 100,000 people, it’s lower than New York (2.8), Berlin (3.2) and Milan (1.6), according to the BBC. When measured in this way, it’s also the lowest homicide rate ever recorded in London. Mayor Sadiq Khan and the Met Police Commissioner praised the results of a long-term effort to target criminal gangs and address climates that lead youth to commit violence. “It’s the product of amazing police work…

Verified Market Research Verified Market Research® a leading provider of business intelligence and market analysis is thrilled to announce the release of its comprehensive report on the, “Mental Health Apps Market Size and Forecast,” Designed to provide actionable insights for B2B stakeholders, this report explores the transformative impact of digital health solutions on mental wellness, catering to a diverse range of users, including individuals, healthcare providers, and corporate wellness programs. Lewes, Delaware, Jan. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Global Mental Health Apps Market Size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 19.6% from 2026 to 2032, according to a…

At the start of every new year, many of us think about how to make our lives better going forward. Perhaps we want to lose weight or stop drinking or stay off of our cell phones. If only we had more willpower, the thinking goes, we could meet our goals and become happier and healthier people. But a new study suggests that we could have that backwards. Instead of self-control or willpower leading us toward greater well-being in the future, greater well-being increases our ability to have more self-control for meeting our goals. “A struggle with self-control may not necessarily…

According to World Health Organisation study, globally, one in seven of 10–19-year-olds experience mental health conditions, but they remain largely unrecognised and untreated. A 2023 Pew Research Center survey found that 95% of teens aged 13–17 have smartphones and 96% are on the internet daily. The constant comparison online, cyberbullying, unrealistic beauty standards and FOMO (fear of missing out) majorly contribute to rise in anxiety and it often leads to low self-esteem.

At this time of the year, most of us are looking back at what we achieved last year and what we’d like to achieve this year. This reflection period helps us understand why we might have failed to reach certain milestones.  Personally, one of my drawbacks was lack of self-discipline. My goals were clear, realistic and achievable, but I was simply unable to be consistent enough in putting in the work. Sometimes I would start and eventually slow down until I gave up.  I had fitness goals, signed up for a gym that was very close, invested in some cute…