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Processed Red Meat May Raise Risk of Cognitive Decline, Dementia

The number of new cases of dementia diagnosed in the U.S. each year is projected to double by 2060, reaching 1 million cases annually. Various factors drive dementia risk. There is evidence to suggest that diet may play a role. A new study has found that those who eat more red meat, particularly processed red meat, may be at higher risk for dementia and cognitive decline. The findings build on prior evidence linking processed red meat consumption and dementia risk.

Detecting Learning Disabilities

A learning disability is a problem that affects how a person receives and processes information. People with learning disabilities may have trouble with any of the following: Reading, Writing, Doing math, Understanding directions. Learning disabilities are common. Between 8% and 10% of children under age 18 in the U.S. may have some type of learning disability. Learning disabilities have nothing to do with how smart a person is. Rather, a person with a learning disability may just see, hear, or understand things differently.

Health Experts Share The Best Foods That Can Calm Anxiety

When it comes to relieving stress and anxiety, a good defense may be your best offense. Eat to be ready for stress instead of succumbing to cravings created by stress. A variety of good foods offer healthy, natural stress relief – and there are easy ways to incorporate them into meals and snacks that help to keep you physically and mentally fit. Meats, fruits and vegetables that enhance your body's ability to handle stress and anxiety often have a combination of powerful essential nutrients.

Physically inactive children have higher rates of depression and anxiety, study finds

An analysis of data from the National Survey of Children’s Health has found that physically inactive children exhibit higher rates of anxiety and depression compared to their physically active peers, especially pronounced in children with autism and ADHD, who had significantly higher prevalence rates of these disorders than their healthy peers, regardless of physical activity levels, according to the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders.

Natural Stress Relievers

Stress is something most people experience but deal with in different ways. Stress can take a toll on our everyday lives. When mismanaged, stress can lead to numerous health problems, including weight gain, fatigue, acne, depression, anxiety and heart disease. Stress can strip us of our energy and leave us feeling overworked and under-appreciated. How can you relieve stress? It’s important to take the time to evaluate what’s causing it. Take a moment and write down a few things in your life that are causing you to feel overwhelmed.

Navigating Mental Health: How to Find the Right Help for You

In an increasingly complex world, the significance of mental health cannot be overstated. Whether it is the stresses of daily life, pressure from work, or even personal relationships, many individuals find themselves at a crossroads, unsure of where to turn for support. This hesitation is understandable but can be detrimental if one does not seek the necessary help. The journey to mental wellness often begins with seeking the right resources, but navigating them can be challenging.

Is It Depression or Anxiety?
Here's How to Tell

Anxiety and depression are two common mental health disorders that often occur together. Around 60% of people with anxiety will also develop depression and vice versa. With the two conditions presenting together so often, it may be hard to tell them apart. Here are some key differences between anxiety and depression. Prevalence: Anxiety affects over twice as many people as depression. Approximately 7% of U.S. adults live with depression while 19% live with some form of anxiety.

Understanding Anxiety in
Kids and Teens

Just like adults, kids can feel anxiety about a number of different things, from common activities and experiences (public speaking) to social situations or specific fears (a fear of heights). It’s important to recognize that sometimes anxiety can be helpful: When kids feel anxious about an upcoming test, game, or presentation, anxiety can help motivate them to study, practice, or prepare. Anxiety about getting to school on time motivates to set an alarm and wake up at the same time each morning.

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