Mental Health - Health Digest

Tanya Sharma

The 7 Stages Of Dementia Before Death Explained

The first signs of cognitive decline in an older relative could hint at a condition called dementia. One form, Alzheimer's dementia, manifests in 7 stages.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

Why The Sadfishing Trend Could Be Dangerous For Your Mental Health

With the rise of social media, various unhealthy behaviors have also come into existence. But an expert shares that one trend, sadfishing, could be dangerous.

Erin Marie

Can TikTok's Viral Cortisol Drink Actually Reduce Your Stress Levels? Here's What We Know

A viral mocktail recipe on TikTok reportedly produces a drink that can reduce your stress levels. But is this cortisol drink really all it's cracked up to be?

Erin Marie

What Happens To Your Blood Pressure When You Take Beta Blockers

Let's explore how beta blockers affect the nervous system and what can potentially happen to your blood pressure when you take these medications.

Nancy Schimelpfening

Anxiety Has A Little-Known Effect On Your High Cholesterol

Stress and anxiety can have a variety of effects on your health, including this little-known effect on your high cholesterol. Here's what to know.

Erin Marie

What Happens To Your Early Death Risk When You Have Anxiety

Having anxiety can lead to various detrimental impacts on the body, including one's risk of early death. Research highlights the urgency of addressing anxiety.

Beth Bradford

We Tried TikTok's 'Nothing Shower' Trend To Melt Away Anxiety. Here's How It Went

We're always searching for ways to do things differently so when we came across the "nothing shower," we were curious. Would it melt away our anxiety?

Erin Marie

Eating Cashews Every Day Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Brain

As much as we focus on keeping our bodies healthy, our brains are equally deserving of our attention. This is what eating cashews may do for our brains.

Ariane Lang

8 Red Flags You're Not Just Being Lazy, You're Burnt Out

Burnout and laziness may seem like the same thing at first, which is a dangerous assumption. But there are signs indicating that you're experiencing the former.

Woman reading prescription medication label

Erin Marie

What Happens To Your Gut When You Stop Taking Antidepressants

There are many reasons why a person may decide to stop taking antidepressants. However, doing so abruptly can affect their gut health in surprising ways.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

Health Conditions That Might Benefit From A High-Protein Diet

Protein plays many roles, including aiding in growth and repair. A high-protein diet may be beneficial for certain health conditions too, including these.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

Signs Someone's Anxiety Means The End Of Life Is Near

When someone is nearing the end of their life, there may be some observable signs. One possible sign is anxiety, but only under certain circumstances.

Erin Marie

When You Stop Having Sex, This Is What Happens To Your Memory

Having sex with your partner on a regular basis can have a variety of effects on your health. But when you stop, how does it affect your cognitive abilities?

Jody Braverman

Simple Tricks To Cope With Needle Fear The Next Time You Visit The Doctor

Having a fear of needles is nothing to be embarrassed about, as it's a common predicament. But there are ways you can fight it during your next doctor's visit.

Erin Marie

Tell-Tale Signs Imposter Syndrome Is Taking Over Your Life (And How To Overcome It)

While periodic self-doubt is normal, some people are more prone to feeling like a fraud than others. Here's how to recognize the signs of imposter syndrome.

man looking at his medication by his medicine cabinet

Beth Bradford

What Happens To Your Sleep When You Stop Taking Antidepressants

People with depression can experience problems with sleep. However, when you stop taking an antidepressant, it can also affect your sleep. Here's what to know.

Erin Marie

The Popular Protein That Can Help Reduce Anxiety

We all have comfort foods that we turn to during times of emotional distress. As it turns out, there's a protein-rich food that can help you with anxiety.

Robert Downey Jr. accepting Golden Globe award

Jennifer Anandanayagam

Robert Downey Jr. Said He Was On Beta Blockers During Golden Globes Speech. Here's What They Are

Since Robert Downey Jr.'s jovial mention of them in his Golden Globes acceptance speech, beta blockers seem to be the talk of the town. What are they?

Jennifer Anandanayagam

Stress Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Nose

We all feel stressed at some point, it's just part of being human. But it effects more than our day to day, it also has an unexpected impact on our noses.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

The Weird Reason You're Yawning All The Time (And It's Not Because You're Tired)

It may be that you're yawning all the time not because of tiredness, but for another reason entirely. There's even a chance it's related to stress or anxiety.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

Depression Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Bones

Depression affects many aspects of health and everyday life; bone health is no exception. Here's what research reveals about the former's effects on the latter.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

What It Means When Feeling Anxious Gives You The Hiccups

Anxiety is a common thing many of us deal with on a daily basis. But what you might not know is that anxiety can also cause hiccups.

a happy older couple holding one another

Beth Bradford

The Leg Exercise You Should Do At Least Once A Year To Test Your Brain Health

As you grow older, it's important to keep track of your brain health. This simple exercise, when done at least once every year, can help you with this goal.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

Depression Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Back

Depression is something many of us experience throughout our lives. It has an affect on more than just our brains though, our backs can also be damanged.