Mental Health
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How healthy living cuts dementia risk
Living a healthy lifestyle plays a major part in staving off dementia, according to the findings of a major project in Wales reported yesterday. Read more
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Dementia aided by exercise
Elderly people with dementia benefit from exercise in a range of ways, researchers say today. Read more
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Panic disorder gene found
Scientists have discovered a gene responsible for panic disorder, it has been announced. Read more
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Fitness key to healthy ageing – study
People who are getting older can gain massive benefits from taking up regular physical activity, according to a new study. Read more
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Bilingual link to dementia delay
Having the ability to speak a second language may help stave off the onset of dementia, researchers reported last night. Read more
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Alzheimer’s gene breakthrough
A major international research project has found 11 new genes linked to Alzheimer’s disease, it was announced last night. Read more
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Emotions affect drinking in pregnancy
A new study has discovered the rate of drinking among pregnant women is linked to feelings of anxiety and depression. Read more
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Brain boost from playing instruments
New findings suggest that people who regularly play a musical instrument have sharper brains. Read more
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Depression clue to Parkinson’s
Researchers have found a strong link between depression and the development of Parkinson’s disease, it was revealed last night. Read more
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Acupuncture helps boost mood
Acupuncture can help relieve the misery of people with depression, British researchers say today. Read more