Working long hours may lead to less sleep and other health problems. A recent study investigated if long working hours were associated with an increase in heart disease risk or high blood pressure. People working for extended periods may be under increased stress, with less time for sleep, relaxing leisure-time activities, and exercise. Several studies […]

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Animal therapy derives from the history of humans and animals sharing a unique bond. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, humans and animals mutually benefit from spending time with each other. This human-animal bond theory says that humans and animals experience emotional, psychological, and physical benefits to their well-being.1  What is animal therapy?  Animal […]

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Improved health and well-being are at the forefront of mindfulness meditation benefits. With this practice continuously gaining traction, researchers wanted to perform a clinical trial for evidence of its efficacy in improving cognitive function (attention, memory, processing speed, and executive functioning). Mindfulness training appears attractive for those looking to strengthen skills and improve health, but […]

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Our body’s natural disease and infection-fighting resources make up our immune system. These defence mechanisms involve special types of cells and bodily substances that work together to keep us healthy.  Our immune system protects us from dangerous organisms called pathogens by recognizing and removing them. Some common pathogens include viruses and bacteria.1 The immune system […]

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Aromatherapy for sleep and relaxation has been used for centuries. Despite this, we are still overly stressed and sleep-deprived. Our sleep duration needs can vary throughout our lives. An infant’s needs range from 10-16 hours.1 Children and young adults come in a close second with a need for 8-12 hours, and adults typically need seven […]

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The use of virtual reality (VR) is becoming more available and affordable. Virtual reality studies demonstrate its usefulness in promoting well-being. Various VR tools can be used in many contexts to improve an individual’s well-being. Virtual reality in the workplace Nature and green spaces are cost-effective approaches to promoting well-being. However, this access is less […]

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Being optimistic means that you are hopeful about good things to come in the future. Although the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the ability of many to think positively about the future, there is growing evidence that optimism may be linked to better health.  A new study, published in the Journals of Gerontology, investigated the association […]

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Emotional dysregulation can be defined as the limited ability to initiate and regulate one’s emotional reaction and response in a manner that is consistent with the situation. It has also been noted that emotional dysregulation is a common feature of several different health and neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and oppositional defiant […]

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