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KEY POINTS: (1) Physical fitness among children and adolescents protects against developing depressive symptoms, anxiety and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; (2) Improved performance in cardio fitness, muscle endurance and muscle power are all linked with a lower risk of mental health disorder. KEY EXCERPT: Experts theorize that heavy screen use has affected adolescent mental health by displacing sleep, exercise and in-person activity, all of which are considered vital to healthy development. The new study appeared to support the link between physical fitness and mental health. https://lnkd.in/gizsy58c

The adolescent mental health crisis we are witnessing can be tackled by several routes. This article from The New York Times presents new research evidence on the importance of exercise for teenagers' mental health. This adds to the extensive existing literature on this subject. Before thinking of gym subscriptions and formalised exercise for adolescents though, let's not forget that free outdoors play has decreased enormously in the last few decades, with an immeasurable loss of all the exercise effortlessly built in there. I always find it striking how far down the list this usually comes in media discussions on adolescent mental health. Consider this simple question: how often do you walk down a street and hear the voices of children playing freely & running around? Then imagine you were walking down that same street a few days ago. What would you see and hear? In any case, either through play or more formally, exercise for teens is vital. Some takeaways from this research, coming from Taiwan, cited here: --"Physical fitness among children and adolescents may protect against developing depressive symptoms, anxiety and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder" --"better performance in cardiovascular activities, strength and muscular endurance ... associated with greater protection against such mental health conditions". https://lnkd.in/eEzKHqem (Matt Richtel, Yi-Fang Chuang)

Access to sports and other physical activities offers numerous health benefits, including MENTAL health. This article from The New York Times details a new study showing that "improved performance in [physical] activity was linked with a lower risk of mental health disorders." At The KEY Collective, we recognize the mental health crisis among youth in the Seacoast area. We believe all kids should have access to sports and other activities that enhance the mental health of K-12 youth. Learn more about how we ensure kids have the opportunity to participate in activities that interest them at keycollective.org! https://lnkd.in/d2h5_6X4

I often wonder what it is like for babies to transition from the womb space to the outside world, and what this experience is like for premature babies who are not physically ready for this change. What impact does it leave them and how do they adapt/manage this inevitable stress and stressful entry into a world they are not ready to join. More research that supports the need for early intervention to support young children, caregivers, and families to grow, flourish, and thrive.

📑Happy to announce that my research dissertation is based on studying the “Association between Psychological Distress and, Resilience and Life Satisfaction among Primary Caregivers of Geriatric Patients with Mental Disorders” 🤝🏻I chose this domain as I wanted to explore deeper about caregiver burden and mental health which has been an untouched area especially within the geriatric sector. Through this study my main goal is to facilitate: - Understanding and improvement of caregiver health and well-being - Potentially alleviate caregiver burden, resulting in better treatment and management strategies for geriatric patients 🌟Please fill up the research form to participate in this study if: - You are a primary caregiver of a geriatric patient aged 50+ years old who is diagnosed with a mental disorder (or pass it around to caregivers known to you who meet the eligibility criteria) 🗝️All identifying data collected will be stored securely and erased after use for academic purposes only. 🌷Kindly reach out to me if you have any further queries. Thank you. Link to the form https://lnkd.in/gDtfRqar #research #postgraduation #caregivers #geriatric #psychology #mentalhealth #mentalhealthdisorders #caregiverburden #researchstudy #healthpsychology

Young people with neurological conditions like traumatic brain injury (TBI) often experience multiple mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression. However, current research and treatment methods usually focus on one specific condition at a time. This means that the complex mental health needs of these young people are often not fully addressed. In this latest work, we used cluster analysis to identify emotional distress symptom clusters in young adults with childhood TBI, focusing on symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress. We showed that one-third of these young adults had elevated symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress at 20-years post-injury. Membership in this elevated distress group was associated with: - sustaining TBI at a younger age, supporting the early vulnerability hypothesis - tobacco use - poor sleep quality and - poorer health-related quality of life This underscores the complex emotional profile of this subgroup and the need for assessment, analysis, and treatment methods that target a range of symptoms rather than relying on single-diagnostic protocols. 🥂 to the amazing team that worked on this paper Nicholas Ryan Vicki Anderson Cathy Catroppa https://lnkd.in/ggpHi3mV #TBI #ChildhoodTBI #MentalHealth

Children who are born prematurely are at greater risk of developing anxiety, mental health and social problems that can persist well into adulthood, according to research by leading perinatal psychiatrist and current WIRF Board member, Professor Megan Galbally. Professor Galbally, Director of the Centre for Women’s and Children’s Mental Health at Monash University’s School of Clinical Sciences, led the study which followed 342 women from pregnancy to four years after birth; 93 of the children were premature. The research shows babies born early have a heightened risk of developing psychiatric disorders, with a majority of cases manifesting as anxiety disorders. You can read the article as published in The Australian (subscribers only) at the link below. Alternatively you can view it here: https://lnkd.in/gjz2Mn7g You can also view the paper ‘The Relationship Between Early Term Birth and the Risk of Later Childhood Mental Disorders Within a Pregnancy Cohort’ as published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Human Development here: https://lnkd.in/ghGZWdug #metalhealth #preterm #pretermbirth #premature #preemie #mentalhealth #anxiety #everyweekcounts #WIRF #WIRFWA #research 

A fascinating, newly published article. “Given the high rates of perinatal mental illness, there is an urgency to improve the well-being of parents and positively affect generations to come. To do this, understanding the neurobiological underpinnings of perinatal mental health should be the focus of further research to develop targeted brain-based interventions to promote parental brain health. “The parental brain is part of the foundation that society is built on. As such, we must prioritize and support its development.”

Without a doubt, mental health struggles and substance abuse are intricately connected. 🧠 In an article with The New York Times titled “Teen Drug and Alcohol Use Linked to Mental Health Distress,” Matt Richtel highlights the findings from new research among teens in the United States. The research, published in JAMA Pediatrics, revealed that substance use among adolescents is linked to a range of symptoms and conditions, including anxiety, depression, hyperactivity, and suicidal ideation. These findings underscore the importance of addressing mental health alongside substance abuse treatment, as they often coexist and exacerbate one another. In the journey of recovery from substance abuse, it's essential to recognize and address underlying mental health issues. Many individuals turn to substances as a way to cope with or alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges. By addressing these issues concurrently with substance abuse treatment, we can significantly increase the likelihood of long-term sobriety and overall well-being. I encourage you to read the full article in The New York Times and join the conversation. Share your thoughts and insights in the comments below. 💬 You can read the article here: https://bit.ly/4b8MHVY #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthandaddiction #sobriety

https://lnkd.in/gf5HBAM3                                                              Article title: Management of bipolar disorder at work   Author(s): Michel Bourin Journal: Archives of Depression and Anxiety   Journal ISSN: 2455-5460 Abstract: Bipolar disorder can lead to problems at work, whether in social relationships or the difficulty of certain tasks. The aim of this article is to distinguish between the different challenges that bipolar patients must overcome. Whether it concerns working hours, teamwork, or the choice of profession. Advice is offered to bipolar people to help them in their work, but also what legal protections they are entitled to. #BipolarDisorder #MentalIllnessAndWork #HealthJustice #Stigma #BehaviouralPsychology #AnxietyDisorders #BehavioralDisorders #BipolarDisorder #ChildAndAdolescentPsychiatry #ClinicalPsychiatry #Dementia #MentalDisorders #MoodDisorders #NeurodevelopmentalDisorder #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #PersonalityDisorder #PsychosomaticMedicine #Peertechz #PeertechzPublications #PsychoticDisorders #SleepDisorder #SuicidalBehavior #AbnormalBehavior #AppliedPsychology #BrainAneurysm #BrainTrauma #Coma #Dysthymia #ExistentialDepression #ManicDepression #StrokeDepression #AnxietyTreatment #DepressionTherapy #BrainStimulation #CommunityPsychiatry #EatingDisorders #MemoryDisordersAndDementias #MovementDisorders #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #Schizophrenia #SubstanceAbuse #TraumaticBrainInjury #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #AnxietySensitivity #PostnatalDepression #SeasonalAffectiveDisorder