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Color is a powerful communication tool and can be used to signal action, influence mood, and even influence physiological reactions. Certain colors have been associated with physiological changes, including increased blood pressure, increased metabolism, and eyestrain. This article discusses what color psychology means and how colors affect the mind and body. It also explores research on the effect of color and the psychological reactions people may experience. What Is Color Psychology?...

Things to Keep in Mind The following may answer some of those questions. They’re in Good Hands First, relax and take a deep breath. Your family member is not being held against their will, and they are not locked up. Apparently, they had a substance abuse problem and have decided to get professional help. If that is the case, they are exactly where they need to be to get the help that they need....

Read on for what to know about the connection between substance usage and suicide, in what ways using drugs and alcohol increases your risk—and most importantly, how to get help for both your substance use issues and mental health concerns. Prevalence of Suicide In any given year, about 44,000 people will die of suicide, which amounts to approximately 121 suicides per day. The vast majority of people who die by suicide—at least 90%—are battling a psychiatric disorder....

That’s according to new research led by Penn State College of Medicine, published in the Journal of Affective Disorders. Here’s what they know so far. The Study in Detail Using data on diet and mental health collected from more than 24,000 U.S. adults between 2005 and 2016, the Penn State researchers found that people who ate mushrooms had lower odds of having depression. College-educated, non-Hispanic white women were more likely to eat mushrooms....

Empathy means that when you see another person suffering, such as after they’ve lost a loved one, you are able to instantly envision yourself going through that same experience and feel what they are going through. While people can be well-attuned to their own feelings and emotions, getting into someone else’s head can be a bit more difficult. The ability to feel empathy allows people to “walk a mile in another’s shoes,” so to speak....

Emphysema damages the walls between the alveoli, causing the air sacs to become narrowed, stretched, collapsed, or entirely destroyed. This can lead to larger but fewer alveoli in the lungs, instead of several tiny ones. The reduced surface area makes it harder for the lungs to absorb oxygen and expel carbon dioxide. The lung damage caused by emphysema cannot be fixed—it causes tissues in the lungs to break down permanently, leaving holes in the lungs....

This article discusses the types of non-monogamous relationships, why people choose them, and how to practice them in a way that is safe and fulfilling for all parties involved. Practicing Ethical Non-Monogamy There are numerous ways to practice ethical non-monogamy, all of which involve open communication between all parties involved. Although it may not be the default way to conduct romantic relationships, assorted forms of non-monogamy have grown in popularity in recent years....

Differences Between Introversion and Social Anxiety People who are socially anxious may dread social and performance situations for days or weeks prior to them happening, avoid these situations in such a manner that it interferes with daily life (think—afraid to go grocery shopping, attend a class, or even go outside of home), and generally have negative cognitions (in layman’s terms, thoughts) about themselves and their abilities to navigate the social world....

Flashbacks and dissociation can be incredibly disruptive and unpredictable. This is particularly true when people are not aware of their triggers. However, you can take steps to better manage and prevent flashbacks and dissociation and stay in the present. Understanding Flashbacks Flashbacks are one of the re-experiencing symptoms of PTSD. In a flashback, you may feel or act as though a traumatic event is happening again. A flashback may be temporary and you may maintain some connection with the present moment....

Although there have been some case reports of patients with schizophrenia improving with a gluten-free diet, even researchers in the field speculate that only a very small percentage of schizophrenics may ultimately benefit from dietary interventions such as a gluten-free diet. It’s also important to recognize that there are no currently accepted dietary recommendations regarding gluten and schizophrenia. Still, researchers are beginning to look at the complex connections that may exist in the immunology of celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, and schizophrenia....

Bipolar drugs are not the only ones affected. Also on the no-fly list are medications used to treat everything from high cholesterol and arrhythmia to allergies and HIV. Even Viagra is complicated by the otherwise healthy effects of grapefruit. Impact A number of psychotropic drugs, including those used treat anxiety, depression, and psychosis, are among the 80 agents grapefruit juice is known to interfere with. Forty-three of those drugs had serious adverse effects....

Looking at 39 studies comprising nearly 10,000 patients, researchers compared the outcome of both guided and non-guided iCBT interventions for those with depression symptoms. They found that patients with mild depression saw benefits from using CBT tools without direct therapeutic help, while guided options were more effective for those with moderate and severe depression. This highlights the advantages of personalized treatment, they concluded, particularly for depression. Benefits of CBT Sometimes called “talk therapy,” CBT involves discussions with a mental health professional who is trained in the technique and can guide the conversation in a structured way....

A large part of the allure of the hair follicle test is that drugs remain detectable in your hair follicles for up to 90 days, which is longer than in your urine, blood, or saliva. It’s also able to pick up on patterns of use. For instance, if you had a history of drug abuse and recently started trying to get clean, it will pick up on that. The hair is required to be taken directly from a person’s head and not a comb or hairbrush to avoid the risk of contamination....

Persistent physical symptoms for most long-haul COVID patients include difficulty breathing, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, and fever. Some experience multi-organ effects which impact the heart, lungs, kidneys, skin, and brain. Additionally, autoimmune conditions and new allergies can emerge. Some patients experience strokes, seizures, and changes in motor function and perception. Patients often encounter multiple symptoms, and it can be difficult to adjust or fully recover. Because data is still emerging about long-haul experiences, patients have little understanding of long-term prognoses and might lack access to appropriate treatments or answers about their health....

Moderators, or “mods,” play an important role in maintaining a positive and healthy community on Discord by enforcing rules, moderating content, and handling user reports. However, many people interested in becoming а Discord mod may wonder how much they can expect to make from this role. Understanding the compensation: The second point of our article on “How Much Do Discord Mods Make?” is Understanding the compensation. Discord mods can be compensated for their work in a variety of ways....