Chronic Bullying May Alter Teen Brain

In a new study, U.K. researchers discovered structural differences in the brains of chronically bullied teens, and these changes may increase the odds of mental illness.

The research, published in the journal Molecular Psychiatry, is the first to show that chronic peer victimization during adolescence can impact mental health via structural brain changes.

For the study, researchers from King’s College London analyzed data, questionnaires and brain scans of 682 teens from England, Ireland,...

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How to Cope with Tragedy and Loss

“To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.” – Thomas Campbell

People often ask me how I deal with tragedy and loss. I have experienced what many would say is an abundance of both. Yet I remain resilient, optimistic and happy with my life. I’m happy to share my thoughts here on what works for me. Maybe it will help others as well.

A 2018 study found that serious loneliness spans across human lifetime, with particularly acute periods in the late-20s, mid-50s, and late-80s. The...

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How Stress Affects Your Memory

The relationship between stress and memory is complex. A little bit of stress can enhance your ability to encode, store, and retrieve factual information. Too much stress, however, can shut the system down. You may have had this experience studying for a test. A moderate amount of anxiety is motivating and will help you perform better. Too much on the other hand, especially while taking the actual test, can prevent you from recalling what you know.

The experience of trauma and chronic...

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Chronic Bullying May Alter Teen Brain

In a new study, U.K. researchers discovered structural differences in the brains of chronically bullied teens, and these changes may increase the odds of mental illness.

The research, published in the journal Molecular Psychiatry, is the first to show that chronic peer victimization during adolescence can impact mental health via structural brain changes.

For the study, researchers from King’s College London analyzed data, questionnaires and brain scans of 682 teens from England, Ireland,...

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source https://psychcentral.com/news/2018/12/26/chronic-bullying-may-alter-teen-brain/141476.html

How to Cope with Tragedy and Loss

“To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.” – Thomas Campbell

People often ask me how I deal with tragedy and loss. I have experienced what many would say is an abundance of both. Yet I remain resilient, optimistic and happy with my life. I’m happy to share my thoughts here on what works for me. Maybe it will help others as well.

A 2018 study found that serious loneliness spans across human lifetime, with particularly acute periods in the late-20s, mid-50s, and late-80s. The...

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source https://psychcentral.com/blog/how-to-cope-with-tragedy-and-loss/

How Stress Affects Your Memory

The relationship between stress and memory is complex. A little bit of stress can enhance your ability to encode, store, and retrieve factual information. Too much stress, however, can shut the system down. You may have had this experience studying for a test. A moderate amount of anxiety is motivating and will help you perform better. Too much on the other hand, especially while taking the actual test, can prevent you from recalling what you know.

The experience of trauma and chronic...

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source https://psychcentral.com/blog/how-stress-affects-your-memory/

Take Inventory of Your Year in Recovery

This is the perfect week to reflect on your past recovery and look forward to the year ahead.

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