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02/13/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Why exercise is the best way to recover from an addiction
In the U.S., at least 21 million people suffer from alcohol and drug addiction every year. Sadly, not many people are aware that substance abuse can be addressed like other chronic conditions such as depression, diabetes, or hypertension. The answer? Regular physical activity. Addiction, exercise, and your mental health Data confirms that both addiction and […]
12/19/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Excessive use of social media is turning us into narcissists, say researchers
Are you worried that your friends have an unhealthy obsession with taking too many selfies every day? It looks like researchers are also thinking the same thing. According to a study, the excessive use of social media, especially the posting of images and selfies, is linked to “a subsequent increase in narcissism.” The study was published […]
12/12/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Here are 5 science-backed benefits to quitting drinking
Regardless if you’re only a lightweight drinker or if you can chug an alarming number of beers before you feel drunk, there are some crucial benefits to being sober. Even if you’re not addicted to alcohol, these five reasons should be enough to quit drinking until you black out at the next office party. You can boost […]
11/24/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Study: Commitment and self-reliance prove to be the key to recovery from addiction
Overcoming alcohol and drug addiction can often be a struggle many people go through. However, according to a study, at least half of the participants were able to overcome their drinking or drug problem on their own. The study, which was undertaken at the Recovery Research Institute at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), was the first […]
10/06/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Study suggests a direct link between screen time and ADHD in teens
Adding to the list of health concerns associated with excessive screen time, one study suggests that there could be a link between the length of time teenagers spend online and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The two-year study, which was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), observed more than 2,500 high school students from […]
10/03/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Is social media addiction a new type of psychiatric condition?
When people say that they’re “addicted” to Facebook or social media, is it the same thing as being addicted to drugs or alcohol? According to estimates, the number of social media users around the world can skyrocket from almost a billion in 2010 to over three billion by 2021. Out of all the social networking sites (SNS), Facebook is […]
09/18/2018
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By Zoey Sky
The social media paradox: Teens who are always online feel more lonely
According to several studies, there is a link between the length of time teenagers spend on social media and isolation. Teenagers can turn to different social media networks to get a ton of likes and follows, but does this really make them feel less alone? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported […]
08/31/2018
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By Zoey Sky
The domino effect of the opioid epidemic: Thousands of American kids are being forced into foster care due to parents’ addiction
According to a new study, the opioid crisis is now affecting children who are being dragged from their homes and into foster care because of parental neglect caused by addiction. The study authors note that an addiction to prescription painkillers (e.g. oxycodone and morphine) is partly responsible for the sudden increase in deaths caused by overdose […]
07/31/2018
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By Zoey Sky
How to start your pain-free digital detox
Are you always checking your phone out of habit instead of necessity? If your answer is “yes,” it may be time for a digital detox. According to psychologists in the U.K., checking your phone at least a dozen of times a day can be a sign of unconscious behavior that’s “extremely repetitive.” Can people get […]
07/23/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Social media is actually ISOLATING teens: Doctor warns parents of serious risks associated with heavy smartphone use
Aside from negatively impacting the concentration of teenagers, “heavy smartphone use” is linked to “an increased rate of social isolation, depression, suicidal thoughts, and even suicide.” A decade after Steve Jobs, Apple’s co-founder, launched the first iPhone, 92 percent of teenagers own a smartphone. A double-edged sword, smartphones revolutionized communication but they also increased “the risk […]
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