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Trauma-informed care and PTMF reduce self-harm, isolation and restraint in the acute inpatient psychiatric setting

A recent study published in Frontiers in psychology suggests that adopting a Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) approach in inpatient psychiatric settings can significantly reduce self-harm and the use of isolation and restraint. The researchers, led by clinical psychologist Faye Nikopaschos, attribute this reduction to weekly staff training on psychological stabilization and the use of the Power […]

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Study: Effects of animal and vegetable proteins on the intestinal microbiota in overweight or obese subjects. Image credit: AntoninaVlasova/Shutterstock.com

Diets rich in fiber, plant proteins, and unsaturated fats may beneficially modulate the gut microbiota involved in weight loss

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In a recent review published in the Nutrients Journal, researchers looked at existing data to assess the impact of macronutrients and dietary patterns on the gut microbiome among overweight and obese individuals. Study: Effects of animal and vegetable proteins on the intestinal microbiota in overweight or obese subjects. Image credit: AntoninaVlasova/Shutterstock.com Background Obesity, or adiposity,

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Comfort food: Why it’s hard to stop overeating when you’re stressed

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Share on PinterestFeeling stressed can trigger cravings for comfort foods. Marta Mauri/Stocksy Eating comfort foods when stressed shuts down the region of the brain that prevents you from overeating, according to a new study. Under normal circumstances, this region neutralizes the chemical reward you get from eating, making it less enjoyable. The phenomenon makes sense

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Why Berberine Supplements Aren’t Really Nature’s Ozempic

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Share on PinterestThe natural dietary supplement berberine is gaining popularity on social media for its slimming effects. Simonkr/Getty Images A supplement known as berberine is being hailed on TikTok as nature Ozempic due to its slimming effects. Berberine activates a gene known as the master regulator of mitochondrial biogenesis and also reduces the release of

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A group of veterans recently challenged themselves physically to make a difference when it comes to PTSD, as June is PTSD Awareness Month.

Veterans hike 105 miles across Midwest to raise awareness about PTSD

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News By FoxNews June 12, 2023 | 4:19pm A group of veterans recently challenged themselves physically to make a difference when it comes to PTSD, as June is PTSD Awareness Month. Seven combat-wounded veterans just completed a five-day PTSD hike through Kansas and Missouri to raise awareness of PTSD. PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder, is

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This is what zinc does to your body

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THE LAST TIME You probably thought of zinc in high school chemistry class when you studied the periodic table. This mineral is more than just a chemical in a textbook, though it plays a vital role in a handful of our bodily functions. But it often feels glued on since you don’t need much of

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6 viral hacks for making insanely healthy (yet delicious) desserts.

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Call me a diehard peanut butter-dark-chocolate-whatever, cookie dough fanatic and blonde brownie lover. Let’s just say if there was one food group I could survive all day every day with, it would be desserts. But because I’m a feel-good girl through and through, you better believe you’ll find “recipes for being healthier [enter every sweet

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Want to start therapy, but aren’t sure which type will be right for you? Here are four to consider

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Have you been feeling persistently sad for weeks or months? Perhaps you lack motivation, or feel irritable, or anxious, or constantly nervous. If symptoms like these are causing you concern and affecting your daily life, including work, social life, or both, you may want to consider therapy. If you experience persistent mental health symptoms, you

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DEAR ABBY: Your spouse wants to travel before it’s too late

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Links to the Breadcrumb trail Relations Published June 12, 2023 Last updated 6 days ago 3 minute read A couple walks on the beach. Photo by iStock /Getty Images Plus Reviews and recommendations are impartial and the products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page.

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The summer of sad girls isn’t just a trend that we might laugh at a mental health crisis

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Joyful weddings and sun-kissed birthday celebrations in the park. Boomerang of clinking prosecco glasses at airports. Summer can feel like one big holiday after a quick scroll through social media. But sometimes it feels like a party we weren’t invited to. It’s been over a decade since Lana Del Rey released the absolute bop that

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Need a mental health day but worried about admitting it? You are not alone

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There are days when it’s hard to tackle work, even when you’re not physically ill. Should you take a day off for your mental health? If you do, should you be honest about it when you tell your manager? If you work for an organization or on a team where you feel confident discussing mental

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How to integrate relaxation techniques into your daily life

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By integrating the following tips for reducing stress and anxiety into your daily routine, you’ll be able to stay calm and enjoy the present more. Last update: June 11, 2023 Today’s world is filled with obligations and worries that can cloud your mind and cause stress and anxiety to take over your life. However, learning

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The Mediterranean diet is healthier, cheaper than the typical Western diet

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Share on PinterestNew research finds that following a Mediterranean-style diet can help improve your health and save you more money per month than a typical Western-style diet. jamie grill atlas/stocksy New research has found that the Mediterranean diet could help you save on your grocery bill. The diet has been found to offer savings of

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