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The research tracked self-reports of loneliness and the neurological health of more than 600,000 people worldwide.

The study found loneliness was linked to a 31% rise in the likelihood that a person would go on to develop any form of dementia. Loneliness also raised the chances of cognitive impairment in people by 15%.

Loneliness increases dementia odds by 31%, study finds A new study finds persistent loneliness taking a toll on aging brains and significantly raising a person's odds for dementia.

Did you know humming can soothe your nervous system? We explore the stress-relieving power of Bhramari Pranayama, also known as humming bee breath, with marathon runner and activist Cal Calamia.

The Science of Humming

When someone experiences a traumatic event or experiences extreme fear, brain chemistry is altered and the brain begins to function differently--this is called the "Fear Circuity" and it is a protective mechanism which we all have inside of us. The neurobiology of trauma--essentially the effects of trauma on the brain--is important to understand because it helps break down common misconceptions and victim-blaming about gender-based violence and it helps survivors to understand their experience and the aftermath in a new way. We encourage you to watch the video below by Dr. Jim Hopper and read through the information on this page to learn more!

Neurobiology of Trauma Information about how trauma impacts the brain of victims and survivors, both during and after a traumatic event.

A physician learns how gratitude can bring more meaning and resilience to his work.

Why Health Professionals Should Cultivate Gratitude

What You'll Learn from this article:

~Will my child grow out of their ADHD?
~How do ADHD symptoms change as kids grow up?
~What can parents do to help?

Do Kids Outgrow ADHD? - Child Mind Institute No, they don't, but symptoms change as they get older and they can learn skills to manage their ADHD symptoms effectively. The list of adults with ADHD features musicians, artists, business leaders, scientists, and many who’ve changed the world.

Discover how frequent criticism can manifest as traits in adulthood.

13 Traits of People Who Felt Constantly Criticized as Kids Psychologists explain what traits usually show up in adulthood.

What You'll Learn from this article:
~How do kids learn to set boundaries and respect other people’s boundaries?
~Why is it important to help young children think about how other people feel?
~How can you help empower children to stick up for themselves if other kids are ignoring their boundaries?

Teaching Kids About Boundaries - Child Mind Institute As kids mature socially they need to learn how to set and respect boundaries. Teaching them about empathy and self-awareness is a good place to start.

This is personal testimony of trauma and sexual abuse. Please read with caution if those topics are hard for you.

Exploring Anger Within CPTSD | CPTSDfoundation.org Exploring Anger Within CPTSD by Elizabeth Woods | Mar 25, 2024 | ACEs, CPTSD, Emotional Wellness | 3 comments My name is Elizabeth and I am a survivor of trauma and sexual abuse. My younger, most impressionable years were far from anything resembling a childhood, and yet I’m still here to talk abo...

Here are some tips to help manage stress you may be experiencing during this election time.

Resources for Finding Your Balance During a Stressful Election Americans are stressed about their upcoming election. Here are some tips for managing that stress while building a better democracy.