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Spending sufficient time in nature can lower heart disease, diabetes risk: Study

Spending sufficient time in nature can lower heart disease, diabetes risk: Study

The study particularly showed how enjoying nature might prevent or manage diseases linked to chronic inflammation, like heart disease and diabetes

23 April,2024 05:01 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
How stress can raise the risk of several diseases

How stress can raise the risk of several diseases

Chronic stress triggers a cascade of physiological responses, including elevated levels of stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline, which can disrupt normal bodily functions

23 April,2024 04:52 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
What Taylor Swift should know about anxiety supplement L-theanine

What Taylor Swift should know about anxiety supplement L-theanine

When Taylor Swift announced to the world that she was taking L-theanine, a "natural supplement to help with stress and anxiety," Swifties weren't the only ones to sit up and take notice

22 April,2024 07:03 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Experts urge parents to keep children off social media for better mental health

Experts urge parents to keep children off social media for better mental health

Youngsters seek recognition, security and belonging, so they turn to the Internet for support. They think doing unique things will get them attention and make them feel good, like a drug. This makes them constantly crave more attention and try to outdo others

21 April,2024 01:55 PM IST | Lucknow | IANS
‘Gen Z is criticised for taking life too seriously’

Mid-Day Premium ‘Gen Z is criticised for taking life too seriously’

Mental health experts reveal that Gen Z is often criticised by older age groups for taking life too seriously, and advised to ‘relax’, without attempting to understand their viewpoint. We decode what toxic positivity is, its negative impact and the need to address emotions for better mental health

21 April,2024 07:35 AM IST | Mumbai | Aakanksha Ahire
Stress affecting family planning and pregnancy in predominantly 30-40 yrs of age

Stress affecting family planning and pregnancy in predominantly 30-40 yrs of age

Stress during pregnancy can cause preterm birth, low birth weight and developmental issues in the child. Mothers experiencing chronic stress may be more prone to conditions such as gestational diabetes and preeclampsia, informs Dr Preethika Shetty

19 April,2024 05:56 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
'Invisible disabilities remain overlooked in public policy'

'Invisible disabilities remain overlooked in public policy'

Without a specialised census focused on individuals living with neurodivergence, they'll never be important enough for the government, shares Mugdha Kalra. An autism activist and mother, she works to tackle systemic issues that impede the progress of neurodivergent children

18 April,2024 09:36 AM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi
This is how you can help a loved one suffering from burnout

This is how you can help a loved one suffering from burnout

The most important thing when someone close to you suffers from burnout is to be understanding, says Professor Petra Beschoner, a specialist in psychiatry, psychotherapy and psychosomatic medicine

16 April,2024 04:31 PM IST | Berlin | IANS
Is mental healthcare on their minds?

Is mental healthcare on their minds?

If state and national budgets are any indicator, one is concerned whether our newly elected policy makers will show a mindsets shift when it comes to creating a robust plan for mental healthcare, especially for senior citizens

15 April,2024 06:44 AM IST | Mumbai | Fiona Fernandez
National Pet Day: Pet parents on cultivating bonding with their furry friends

Mid-Day Premium National Pet Day: Pet parents on cultivating bonding with their furry friends

From indulging in bubble baths to relishing sunsets at the beach, pet parents tell us how they keep their furry friends engaged and recount their most cherished bonding activities

11 April,2024 09:38 AM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai Agarwal

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