Month: August 2022

Depression and Dementia: Peering Into Pro-inflammatory Paths

Imagine depression and dementia as two villains teaming up to wreak havoc on the brain. This review delves into the intricate connection between these adversaries, focusing on the links between depression and Alzheimer’s disease. It reveals that depression not only poses a growing health problem but also increases the burden on healthcare budgets. By examining […]

Published on August 24, 2022

Timely Mental Health Care: Striking a Balance in a Fast-Paced World

Ensuring timely mental health care is like keeping up with a fast-pased game of catch. A law in California requires health plans to offer follow-up appointments for mental health patients in a timely manner, but there is disagreement on whether this is being fully implemented. The strike by Kaiser Permanente clinicians highlights the issue of […]

Published on August 24, 2022

Sleep deprivation impairs generosity: Study

Imagine your brain as a caring friend, always ready to lend a helping hand. But when you’re sleep-deprived, that friend becomes distant and less inclined to offer support. Just like how lack of rest can lead to various health issues such as heart problems or mood disorders, it also impacts our social interactions. A recent […]

Published on August 23, 2022