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The game Minecraft can boost creativity (Video)

by Taylor Bennett | Jul 19, 2019 | Counseling News, Video Games

Good news for anyone who’s ever been criticized for playing too many video games: virtual building games like Minecraft can boost creativity. This, from researchers at Iowa State University. Researchers split 352 participants into four groups: one group played...

Similarities found in how we choose human and canine companions (Video)

by Taylor Bennett | Jul 18, 2019 | Counseling News, Dating

Previous research shows that our romantic preferences don’t usually match up with the partners we choose. A new study says there is a similar pattern when it comes to adopting a dog.Researchers from Indiana University categorized dogs at a local animal shelter based...

Smart technologies that monitor everything mental health and help us learn more about ourselves

by Alannah Miller | Jul 17, 2019 | Counseling News, Technology

The average person spends around four hours each day on their phone; you can better spend this time looking into helpful apps for improving wellbeing.You can start with an app like Booster Buddy, which helps you stay mindful of your mood and track it over...

1 in 10 persons have near-death experiences, and they’re fascinating! (Video)

by Taylor Bennett | Jul 17, 2019 | Counseling News

1 in 10 persons have near-death experiences and describe extraordinary details. Researchers from the University of Copenhagen asked 1,034 people from 35 countries if they’ve ever had a near death experience. 10% were found to have a near death experience and were...

Dating someone with a mental illness: 7 steps that will support a happy, healthy relationship

by Nora Mork | Jul 16, 2019 | Counseling News, Dating, Mental Health

The world of mental health can be an intimidating one. Certainly, for the 1 in 3 of us who are living with such a condition, and the daily challenges it can bring. But also, for those looking in from the outside, whether that’s supporting a friend, family member or...

Mental health is trending: We are crushing the negative stigma surrounding mental illness and opening up about our problems

by Alannah Miller | Jul 16, 2019 | Counseling News, Mental Health, Social Media

People are starting to feel more comfortable opening up about their mental health problems, and in turn, crushing the negative stigma that surrounds mental illness.No one is immune to mental health disorders: for example, big name celebrities and athletes struggle too...

Link found between smoking cigarettes and neuroticism (Video)

by Taylor Bennett | Jul 16, 2019 | Counseling News

Cigarette smokers are more likely to experience an increase in neuroticism throughout adulthood. This, according to a study published in the Journal of Research in Personality.Researchers analyzed five longitudinal studies with a total of 15,572 participants, ages 20...

Mushrooms are “brain food” for seniors, 50% reduced odds of cognitive impairment! (Video)

by Taylor Bennett | Jul 15, 2019 | Counseling News, Food

Seniors should eat more mushrooms—a six-year study from the National University of Singapore says doing so could prevent cognitive decline.Researchers were shocked to find that seniors who consume more than two portions of mushrooms each week may have 50% fewer odds...

Fathers are shamed for how they parent (Video)

by Taylor Bennett | Jul 12, 2019 | Counseling News, Parenting

A national poll reveals that 50% of fathers are criticized for their parenting style and, as a result, feel less confident as a parent.After surveying 713 fathers, researchers at the University of Michigan found that 2 in 3 dads were criticized for how they discipline...

Upbeat music can improve your workout (Video)

by Taylor Bennett | Jul 11, 2019 | Counseling News, Exercise, Music

Upbeat music can improve your workout. This, according to researchers at the University of British Columbia.A group of 24 participants completed three 20-second sprints, with a two-minute rest in between, under three different conditions. During one workout,...

Often, we feel the way we want to feel (Video)

by Taylor Bennett | Jul 10, 2019 | Anger, Counseling News

Previous research suggests that the persons around us have a strong influence on our mood. But a new study from Stanford University says we can control whether our emotions are influenced by others.Researchers showed 107 participants potentially upsetting images like...

Our opinions on old age change as we get older ourselves (Video)

by Taylor Bennett | Jul 9, 2019 | Aging, Counseling News

Our opinions on old age change as we get older ourselves. This, from researchers at Michigan State University.The research team surveyed 502,548 people between ages 10 and 89 about their age perceptions. Nearly 30,000 of them reported that middle age begins at age 30....