COVID-19 Linked to Clogged Arteries and Increased Heart Attack and Stroke Risk
A new study has found that COVID-19 may accelerate plaque buildup in the arteries (atherosclerosis) and raise the risk of heart attack and stroke.“This study builds on prior research linking COVID-19 to systemic inflammation and long-term cardiovascular complications,” says study senior author Junbo Ge, MD, a professor and the director of the cardiology department at Zhongshan Hospital at Fudan...
How Does Depression Affect Romantic Relationships?
Depression can weigh on many aspects of people’s lives, and that includes romantic relationships and marriage, research shows.Although the exact causes of relationship strain vary from couple to couple, one key reason may be that common symptoms of depression — such as irritability, loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed, fatigue, and lack of energy — can...
What Is a Therapist? Psychologists, Social Workers, and More, Defined
Mental health coaches help their clients develop a greater understanding of themselves, how to be the best version of themselves, and how to forge a clear path to reach their goals in life and self-development, according to Shane O’Neil-Hart, LCSW, a senior clinical manager of the mental health coaching program at Lyra Health in San Francisco, which provides online...
What Is Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)?
Restless legs syndrome (often called restless leg syndrome or RLS) is a disorder that causes an overwhelming urge to move the legs, usually to alleviate unpleasant sensations. Also known as Willis-Ekbom disease, RLS occurs when the legs are at rest. It is typically most severe in the evening and night, potentially disrupting a person’s sleep and affecting daily activities....
Is Snoring Bad for Your Health?
If that sounds like you, there are some simple changes you can make to help you snore less. Keep in mind the solution to your snoring will depend on what’s causing it.“Snoring is not a health risk in and of itself and is more of a symptom, so it depends on the cause of the snoring to address the...
REM Sleep Issues May Be an Early Symptom of Alzheimer’s Disease
A good night’s rest is essential for a healthy brain, and research increasingly suggests that poor sleep may heighten the risk of developing dementia.“Previous studies have mostly focused on slow wave sleep, or deep sleep, as a risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease,” says senior study author Yue Leng, PhD, an associate professor in the department of psychiatry and behavioral sciences...
Lifestyle Changes, Medications, and More
Several prescription medications are used to treat RLS. They’re typically taken at night, one or two hours before symptoms begin, says Preeti Devnani, MD, a staff physician at the Cleveland Clinic Sleep Disorders Center and a fellow of the AASM. Some are taken only when symptoms tend to crop up, such as before a long flight. Others are taken...
What It Is, Tools, and How to Do It
The benefit of seeing a massage therapist, as opposed to rubbing down your own legs and feet, is that professionals will have anatomy and physiology knowledge that most of their clients don’t, Juchli says. “A good therapist should be able to name what structure they are working on and suggest what could be going on,” Juchli says.A massage therapist...
How to Get Over a Breakup: 7 Tips from Therapists
7 Tips for Coping When a Relationship EndsThe pain you feel may be temporary, but that doesn’t make it easy. We asked psychologists for advice on how to cope. Here are seven tips to help you get through.1. Keep Taking Care of YourselfWhen you’re bogged down with feelings of despair, it can be hard to think clearly. It’s likely...
What Is Histamine Intolerance
Holistic nutritionists are taking to social media to spread the word about histamine intolerance (HIT). This is a somewhat controversial proposed diagnosis in which a person may have difficulty breaking down the compound histamine in food, leading to a range of symptoms, from bloating to brain fog. Read on to learn more about what histamine intolerance is, what mainstream...
