Tagged With "anxiety"

Background : Depression and anxiety has increased over the past decades in Chinese adolescents. The relationship between dietary behaviors and mental illness remains unclear. Objective: This study examined how dietary patterns were associated with sleep quality, physical activity, and symptoms of mental illness. Methods : A total of 169 Chinese adolescent students aged 11-19 years were included in this cross-sectional study. Weekday and weekend dietary behaviors were measured separately.

Thank you for sharing this meaningful research! It really shows the importance of maintaining a healthy diet, which is not easy for high school students who face huge academic stress everyday.

Bilateral stimulation is a technique that involves engaging both sides of the body or brain to help manage emotions. It can include activities like tapping, hand movements, or other actions that stimulate both the left and right sides. This method is often used in therapies like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to reduce anxiety or process difficult memories. The idea is that by involving both sides, it may enhance the brain's ability to cope with emotions and stress.

Thanks for sharing this method! I used to squeeze the stress ball with only one hand but didn't successfully de-stress. Next time, I should alternate hands when I squeeze! An extension question: Do you think the elasticity of the squeeze ball affects its effectiveness in alleviating anxiety?