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“The end result is that people who are sleep-deprived avoid social interaction. This asocial profile is recognizable by other people, who, in turn, shun the sleep-deprived people in a psychosocial loop that perpetuates in a vicious cycle of loneliness and other mental health disorders.”

“The importance of engaging in resistance exercise for bone health takes on greater significance as we age, as bone mass decreases markedly, especially in women, who comprise nearly 80 percent of all osteoporosis cases.”

“Lack of sleep is associated with an increased risk for car accidents and poor mental and physical health. A new study suggests that intake of high glycemic index foods may increase the risk of developing insomnia among postmenopausal women.”

“Abnormalities in dopamine signaling are at the heart of this complex mental health disorder, and a recent study suggests that vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy influences these pathways, increasing the risk of schizophrenia in offspring.”

“Omega-3 fatty acids play key roles in infant brain development. Intake of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), in particular, is associated with improved mental and psychomotor development. DHA is the most abundant omega-3 fatty acid in a newborn's brain.”

“Elevated BDNF levels correlate with better cognitive performance, whereas its deficiency is linked to various mental and neurodegenerative disorders, highlighting its significance in brain health. Learn more about BDNF in our overview article.”

“Parents and caregivers should be mindful of screen time limits to promote better mental health outcomes for young children. Learn more about the effects of screen time on children and teens in this short video featuring Dr. Rhonda Patrick.”

“Plant-based dietary compounds exploit targeted mechanisms to promote health "Chemicals that are in plants are more targeted in what they do. Compared to exercise and fasting, those chemicals affect a more limited number of pathways." - Dr. Mark Mattson.”

“Depression is the most common mental health disorder worldwide. Data indicate that more than 11 percent of adolescents living in the United States may have depression. Findings from a recent study suggest that low physical activity and high sedentary behavior may be risk factors for depression in adolescents.”

“Depression is a mood disorder characterized by profound sadness, fatigue, altered sleep and appetite, as well as feelings of guilt or low self-worth. It is the most common mental health disorder worldwide, affecting as many as 322 million people.”