Transcranial alternating current stimulator (tACS) is a non-invasive brain stimulation method in which electrical current is applied to the scalp to alter brain activity. With origins dating back to the early 20th century, researchers began using electrical stimulation brain activity…
Anxiety and depression are two common mental health disorders that affect millions of people worldwide – and the COVID-19 pandemic only added fuel to the fire. Based on data from 2019, 301 million people suffer from anxiety and 280 million…
Technology is a double-edged sword. Take social media, for example. It allows us to connect with friends and family across the world, share our lives, and discover new interests, but it’s ironically a social technology that reduces social involvement and…
In times when conventional therapies and medications don’t seem to be helping, many have turned to alternative treatments to find relief for chronic pain, depression, and other conditions. Whether it’s naturopathy, herbal medicine, or Eastern practices such as acupuncture, it’s…
Mental health has a past, present, and future – a future that sees an increase in talk therapy and better mental health education. This shift in society’s attitudes, coupled with declining mental health, has urged people to constantly seek new…
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) is a non-invasive brain stimulation technique that involves passing a weak direct electrical current through specific brain regions. tDCS has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its potential to improve cognitive function and…
Despite their widespread use in the treatment of depression and anxiety, antidepressants can also have a number of side effects. Depending on the medication, these side effects can be physical or emotional, and they can range from nausea and weight…
Social media has become an integral part of many people’s lives, providing a platform for communication and connection with others. However, excessive use of social media has been linked to negative effects on mental health, including high levels of depression…
We all know for a fact that our brain controls every process of our body. The unhealthy or improper functioning of the brain can result in many disorders that can damage basic bodily functions, according to this Alzheimers care center…
Health is true wealth during the COVID-19 pandemic (although stimulation in the economy would be nice), a trying time where the unexpected can put unneeded stress on our minds and bodies. Although many may focus on eating nutritiously and staying…