Mindfulness Meditation Has Some Distressing Side-Effects (M)
The most common side-effect from meditation is ‘dysregulated arousal’.
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2 Exercises That Improve ADHD (M)
ADHD is a developmental problem characterised by excessive activity, impulsive behaviour and inattention.
The Emotion That Helps People Eat Less Meat (M)
This is a useful mental trick for those trying to reduce their meat intake.
This Insomnia Treatment Easily Beats Sleeping Pills (M)
The study tracked over 200 women who started taking medications around the time of the menopause, when it is common to develop sleeping difficulties.
Petting Dogs Is More Effective Than Stress Management Classes (M)
Perhaps this is because talking about stress is stressful, but animals help people escape.
How Therapy Changes Depressed People’s Brains (M)
A new study finds further evidence that the serotonin hypothesis is not true.
Dreams Are So Weird Because Life Is So Boring, Theory Proposes (M)
The striking weirdness of dreams in contrast to the quotidian sameness of life may help keep our minds sharp.
This Simple Dietary Change Reduces Stress (M)
Few people eat enough of these foods.
What Your Voice Pitch Reveals About Your Personality (M)
“People’s voices can make a huge and immediate impression on us.”
This Happy Thought Protects Mind And Body From Aging (M)
People who think like this have better mental health, cognitive function and fewer chronic diseases.
