(Natural News) Stressed, anxious, and depressed students may find relief in gardening. The Counseling and Psychology Services (CAP) department of the University of Central Florida (UCF) prescribes gardening to improve their students’ mental health. UCF mental health clinicians encourage their students to volunteer at the campus’ botanical garden where they can engage in a peaceful environment […]

(Natural News) Insomnia is a sleep disorder that is associated with the inability to fall asleep or remain asleep. According to a recent study, there could be as many as five types of insomnia, all of which could be addressed using more effective personalized treatments. The study was published in the journal The Lancet Psychiatry and conducted by […]

(Natural News) Depression is one of the most common and debilitating mental illnesses of modern society. Over 16 million adults in the U.S. experience at least one major depressive episode each year, and experts estimate that around 15 percent of American adults will experience depression at some point in their lives. The quick-fix, go-to solution […]

(Natural News) When you think of ways to deal with depression, what comes to mind? For many people, the answer is antidepressants. However, their scary side effects are enough to put a lot of people off, so many others try natural treatments like yoga and meditation. One way of addressing depression that may not come […]

(Natural News) There is no doubt that the hectic pace and demands of modern society foster anxiety. In fact, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issue in the United States, affecting more than 40 million people – that’s 18.1 percent – of the population, each year. Statistics indicate that people suffering from anxiety […]

(Natural News) To get rid of lingering bad feelings, most people either turn to emotional eating or listen to music. It turns out, there’s a link between these two coping mechanisms, according to the findings of a recent study. Negative emotions are described as unwanted feelings, such as depression and anxiety. It’s part of human nature […]

(Natural News) The FDA has just granted U.S. approval to a life sciences startup in London to use the psychedelic ingredient found in magic mushrooms in a trial for treating depression. The startup, Compass Pathways, was launched just two years ago with the backing of Peter Thiel. The trial is a phase IIB study of […]

(Natural News) Depression is a crippling disease that affects more than 300 million people across the globe, according to the World Health Organization. Fortunately, researchers have found that even a little exercise can significantly reduce the risk of depression, according to a study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry. The study revealed that physical activity can prevent […]

(Natural News) Omega-3 fatty acids, the essential fat that our bodies can’t seem to produce, is important for long-term brain development, according to a study conducted by Inserm and the National Institute of Agricultural Research (INRA). It also noted that a lack of this essential fat in our system can lead to a depressed state […]