Eating disorders in youth rise across demographics
A health column outlines alarming trends in eating disorders among children and teens, with 4 percent of teenage girls affected and rising cases in boys and minority groups. It notes early onset, genetic factors, red flags for parents, and the need for professional evaluation and multidisciplinary treatment.
Factors That Influence Mood and Mood Swings
Several triggers can worsen mood including lack of exercise chronic stress hunger and bad weather Seasonal Affective Disorder lowers mood in winter Days with more sunlight correlate with higher life satisfaction Regular exercise releases endorphins that promote well being Identifying and managing stress and food intake can help maintain steadier mood levels.
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Exercise linked to better mental health across studies
A comprehensive review of research from 1990 to 2020, conducted for the John W. Brick Mental Health Foundation, found 89 percent of 1,158 experimental studies showed significant positive links between physical activity and mental health. General activity topped the list, followed by cardio and yoga, with conclusions that exercise should be mainstream in mental health care.
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