(Natural News) Germs and dirt generally have a nocebo effect — did you scratch a part of your body when you read that? Countless studies have shown that just thinking about germs gives us the heebie-jeebies, but a fascinating new analysis concludes that our perceptions of dirt affects our self-image. This is a novel idea […]

(Natural News) Countless studies have proven that following a healthy diet and exercising regularly can help maintain your physical health. But according to a study published in Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, a plant-based diet and physical activity can also help individuals with anxiety and depression. Diet, exercise, and your mental health The researchers involved in this group […]

(Natural News) What child, teenager or young adult doesn’t have their face buried in their smart device the entire day, when they’re not in school or working? Today, children, teens and young adults can’t even enjoy natural activities in a normal fashion – they have to text about it while it’s happening, take pictures relentlessly, […]

(Natural News) The people who are closest to you are subtly shaping your brain and influencing the way you behave and think. Researchers have found that when two or more people spend a lot of time together, their brainwaves find compromise and likeness, syncing together. The coherence grows stronger as they spend more time together. The […]

(Natural News) Social psychology states that there is a link between high self-efficacy and positive outcomes — and that the belief that you can achieve a difficult task defines your level of self-efficacy. According to research on the connection between self-efficacy and quality of life perceptions of health, this belief in your ability to succeed may […]

(Natural News) If you’re always forgetting where you left your car key seconds after putting it in your bag, you may have short-term memory loss. Short-term memory loss: Misconceptions and facts It’s a prevalent problem, but there are a lot of misconceptions about short-term memory loss and what causes it. Short-term memory, or working memory, refers […]

(Natural News) Dopamine, a major neurotransmitter, is linked to focus, motivation, and productivity. However, factors such as diet and lifestyle can deplete your dopamine levels. If you feel like you’re not living your life to its fullest, you may be suffering from low dopamine levels. Thankfully, there are natural ways to increase dopamine. What is dopamine […]

(Natural News) Everyone has regrets. Some live with it while others try to move on. Regrets may have been bred out of lost love, forsaken dreams, and broken faith, but mostly, it revolves around your past mistakes and how you fervently hope you can change them and recreate your present. As the future looms ahead, it’s regret that keeps the […]

(Natural News) Recent mental health research shows that city living can negatively affect overall mental health. According to Psychology Today, city dwellers experience higher levels of anxiety and depression. It turns out that population density doesn’t equate to human connection and relationship. Without these true binding forces, city life disappoints. Lights and noises are all around, but it’s […]

(Natural News) Did you know that a breathing technique can help reduce anxiety? According to Dr. Danny Penman’s article on PsychologyToday.com, mindfulness “has been clinically proven to beat depression and enhance happiness, clarity of thought, and even decision-making and creativity.” Penman added that breathing, which is the cornerstone of mindfulness, can help ease your anxiety and […]