A 2026 mixed-methods study of group physical activity inside psychiatric treatment found that 90% of participants joined to have a healthy body and get fresh air, 97% felt supported by activity leaders, and 91% wanted to stay active with others after treatment.1 The useful message is not “tell people with severe mental illness to exercise”; …
A 2026 study involving 118 prostate cancer survivors found the clearest lifestyle-cognition signal around smoking: smokers learned fewer words across repeated verbal-memory trials, while obesity and physical activity produced narrower reaction-time findings and no significant anxiety or depression differences. Research Highlights Smoking tracked verbal learning: in 118 prostate cancer survivors, smokers scored lower on Verbal …
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is more than a mental health issue; it’s a condition that can influence the physical health and lifestyle habits of those it affects. A recent international survey shed light on the intricate relationship between OCD and various health-related issues, highlighting the importance of addressing lifestyle habits alongside mental health treatment. By exploring …
In a comprehensive study conducted within Shanghai’s Songjiang University Town, researchers embarked on an ambitious project to unravel the complexities of depressive symptoms among college students and to dissect the interplay between these symptoms and physical activity levels. Their meticulous approach utilized a blend of diagnostic tools and questionnaires to categorize depressive symptoms and measure …
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), a prevalent condition among older adults, may be significantly influenced by physical activity levels. Recent research from The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA) provides groundbreaking insights into how even minimal physical activity can reduce the risk of GAD. Highlights: Minimal Dose for Maximum Benefit: Even low levels of moderate-to-vigorous physical …
Provigil (Modafinil) is a drug classified as a “eugeroic” or wakefulness promoting agent. It is considered one of the most effective medications in treating shift work sleep disorder, narcolepsy, and excessive daytime sleepiness as a result of sleep apnea. Many people have also used this medication on an off-label basis for the treatment of depression, …
Most people who are severely depressed have a difficult time getting out of bed, let alone getting some exercise. Based on findings from a new meta-analysis, Chinese researchers discovered that sedentary behavior is associated with a 25% increase in developing depression. In other words, if you don’t get much exercise, it could be a significant …