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Beat stress for less

Stress at work, stress at home, stress in relationships—every part of our lives has the potential for stress. Stress can add an unnecessary strain to our lives and make us more susceptible to a number of different ailments, such as the common cold,... more

Let’s Talk campaign returns February 8

The second annual Bell Let’s Talk Campaign takes place across Canada, February 8, to raise funds and awareness about mental health. For the entire day, Bell will donate five cents for every text message and long distance call made by Bell and Bell... more

Schizophrenia research: A route to the brain via nose

A common obstacle for researchers of psychiatric disorders is obtaining live brain tissue to use in their research, but new advances in cellular neuroscience can utilize stem cells found in the nose to research some mechanisms of psychiatric... more

Joining a gym? How to avoid gimmicks

If you’re planning to get fit in 2012, you aren’t alone. More than 10 percent of new gym members join in January, with some clubs seeing an increase of 30 to 50 percent. And the fitness industry takes full advantage of this trend, enticing... more

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Depression - Anchor Conquering Depression Recent Articles

What is the effect of spirituality on depression?

A study published in the January issue of the American Journal of Psychiatry looks at the effects of religion and spirituality on depression. The study, which included more than 100 adult participants, has determined that having strong religious or... more

The effects of vitamin D on depression

A new study published in the Mayo Clinic Proceedings suggests depression is linked to low levels of vitamin D.There were 12,600 participants in the study, ranging in age from 20 to 90. The amount of vitamin D in the blood of each participant was... more

Coping with holiday stress

The most wonderful time of the year? Not always. The holidays come with added pressure and stress, a break in routine, bad eating habits, and often a large financial burden. When you add all that up, you could be taking a significant toll on your... more

Eat feel-good foods

It is no surprise that the foods we eat play a significant role in our emotions, moods, and mental health. Here are some foods that can help improve the feel good hormones in our brain:Omega-3 fatty acids–Foods that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids... more

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Living Life with Mental Illness - Latest Stories

The cause of post-traumatic stress disorder

Dear Dr. Bob: What causes post-traumatic stress disorder, and what are the best methods to help people open up about their traumatic experiences and overcome them?If a traumatic experience is very severe, an individual can try to avoid the unpleasant... more

Keeping the pace

Imagine a pill that would dramatically lower your risk of heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. Now imagine that same pill could help you lose weight, improve your mood, and boost self-esteem. Would you take it? Sure, you would. Who... more

Portion inflation

Hundreds of studies have been done and many millions of dollars spent to answer a seemingly simple question: Why are people getting fatter?The inquiry is a serious one. Excess weight, especially when the extra pounds add up to obesity, is a major... more

Necessary precautions

Learning the dangers of drug-to-drug interactionsFor some people with a mental illness, talk therapy, exercise, and nutritional improvements can make a world of difference. And while all of these things can also help people living with schizophrenia,... more

Living Life with Mental Illness

Find practical tips and tricks that will empower individuals with mental illness get a new job, continue their education, manage personal finances, improve relationships, meet new people, and much more... In Living Life

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