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Category Archives: Brain Function

Sleep Apnea in Postmenopausal Women Is Associated with Joint Pain Severity

A new study published in the Journal of the North American Menopause Society suggests that obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) may lead to increased joint pain in postmenopausal women. Many health issues are associated with the menopause transition, including sleep apnea and joint pain. Since the incidence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has been found to ...click here to read more

People Who Are More Physically Fit Are Less Likely to Develop Alzheimer’s Disease

New research has found that people who are more physically active are less likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease compared to those who are less physically fit. The risk reduction was associated with the level of one’s fitness, meaning it is not an all-or-nothing proposition. The study, which will be presented at the American Academy of ...click here to read more

Reducing Stress Has Been Recognized As A Contributing Factor In Atrial Fibrillation

Stress is a common factor in many health outcomes, including atrial fibrillation (AFib), but the exact mechanism is poorly defined. Psychological stress has been linked with AFib both as an initiator and heightener of this condition. A diagnosis of AFib often leads to increased anxiety, which can result from psychological distress or suicidal ideation, among ...click here to read more

Mental Health Care Emergency Rises Due to Extreme Heat: Study

A new nationwide study has found that hospitals report more patients needing mental health services during periods of extreme heat during emergency department visits. During summer days with higher-than-normal temperatures, visits for mental health-related conditions rise, including anxiety and stress disorders, substance use, and mood disorders. The Boston University School of Public Health study obtained ...click here to read more

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A New Study Suggests That Poor Sleep Could Triple a Person’s Risk for Heart Disease

New findings published in Scientific Reports show that poor aspects of sleep can be a risk factor for heart disease. Individually, they affect heart health, but when combined, poor sleep aspects can increase the risk of heart disease by as much as 141 percent. For the study, researchers from the University of South Florida reviewed ...click here to read more

People with Chronic Pain Due to Spinal Cord Injury Have More Risk of Mental Health Issues

A new study published in Spinal Cord has found that adults living with chronic pain due to spinal cord injury have an increased risk of developing mental health problems compared to people without the injury. These psychological issues include conditions such as depression and anxiety. The study by a Michigan Medicine team of researchers analyzed ...click here to read more

Nurses Who Work the Night Shift Are Associated with More Sleep Disturbances and Stress

According to a recent study from Oregon State University, nurses who work the night shift are more like to report stress and sleep disturbances. They also have more reported incidences of psychological and physical health symptoms, including PTSD, insomnia, and inflammation. The study involved 392 nurses who were required to report their sleep experiences in ...click here to read more

Iron Build-up in Brains Associated with Increased Risk of Age-Related Cognitive Decline

New research found in the journal eLife suggests that a build-up of iron in the brain may be associated with cognitive decline. A build-up of iron in the brain can result from aging organisms that experience a breakdown in regulatory mechanisms, increasing oxidative stress causing cell damage. Researchers believe the mechanism may explain some age-related ...click here to read more