Mental Health

A sudden temporary episode of memory loss and confusion is called transient global amnesia. The criteria for its diagnosis is that it must not be attributed to any other neurological condition. Those affected by the condition cannot recall recent events and are unable to make new memories. This often leads sufferers to repeat the same ...click here to read more

Lupus is a chronic inflammatory condition that commonly occurs in women that can affect nearly any part of the body. It is not known how this disease manifests, but it is known to be an autoimmune disease—when your body’s immune system attacks its own tissue. Lupus attacks tissue in the joints, skin, kidneys, blood, heart, ...click here to read more

Those who grew up with a sibling of the opposite sex may tell you that their parents treated them differently. Girls are usually treated more delicately while boys are treated rougher. According to a new psychological study, father’s brains respond differently when interacting with daughters versus sons. Fathers more affectionate toward daughters A study from ...click here to read more

May is mental health month and a time for all people to recognize the effect that mental illness can have. We at Bel Marra think it is important to educate people about the various conditions that may lead to an impacted mental well-being. We have taken the time to provide all who are interested with ...click here to read more

Mental exhaustion is a common occurrence and is a result of brain over-activity. Feelings of being overwhelmed by tasks at work or responsibilities to children and family members can leave you with feelings of frustration and mental unrest. You may also find yourself becoming envious of others you perceive as being more relaxed or laid ...click here to read more

Unfortunately, stress is a household staple. Even if you are lucky enough not to run into major forms of anxiety or depression, you probably know someone who is or has suffered from these mental health issues. Women, as a rule, fall victim to stress much more often than men do, whether it be due to ...click here to read more

Psychogenic amnesia (also known as functional or dissociative amnesia) is an abnormality of memory function that is not attributed to structural brain damage or of a known neurobiological origin. The common presenting symptom is retrograde amnesia, whereby the individual is unable to recall any event leading up to the onset of amnesia itself. This includes ...click here to read more

With the NHL playoffs in full swing, hockey fans are showing their support by wearing team colors and cheering from the stands (or from home). As any hockey fan knows, the sport can be very dangerous, as players frequently get body checked, fall onto the ice, and even get into the occasional fistfight. But what ...click here to read more

Today is the 9th annual World Autism Awareness Day. It’s a time where the world comes together to increase understanding and acceptance for those living with autism and to learn about autism treatment and therapy. Here at Bel Marra, we are committed to bringing our readers the most relevant information on all health topics, and ...click here to read more

Researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) have discovered the molecular basis and a potential treatment for inclusion body myopathy, Paget disease with frontotemporal dementia (IBMPFD) by using genetically engineered fruit flies. IBMPFD is an inherited disorder that primarily affects the brain, bones, and muscles. Individuals with the disorder show progressive muscle weakness ...click here to read more

The virtual reality technology that has been popularized by video games may also be of use to doctors in treating patients with a variety of mental health issues. A technology firm from Lithuania that currently develops mobile applications has asserted that the use of virtual reality technology may be effective in treating mental health issues ...click here to read more

We’ve often been told to eat our fruits and vegetables as part of a balanced and healthy diet, as they provide us with essential nutrients to keep our bodies healthy. However, new research from the University of Otago in New Zealand has shown that consuming fresh produce can also boost mental health and increase motivation ...click here to read more

Physical activity may not be the key to controlling weight and preventing weight gain, according to new research led by Loyola University. The study focused on young adults from five countries, including the United States, and found that weight gain was not associated with sedentarism or time spent being physically active. This is not to ...click here to read more

New research from the Australian National University (ANU) has shown that working more than 39 hours per week can put your health at risk. The international limit was set at 48 hours per week approximately 80 years ago, and researchers have asserted that this standard has become outdated. Both paid and unpaid work should be ...click here to read more