Written by Ariel Floro | Reviewed by Chidozie Ojobor, Ph.D. Ceilings and boats can spring a leak. During heavy rainfall, water drips through a weak ceiling and ruins things that are supposed to be dry. A boat with a hole in it starts sinking because water seeps in where it…

Written by Michelle Guevara | Reviewed by Chidozie Ojobor, Ph.D. Humans have found a variety of substances that can quell anxiety and support sleep. Some are more effective than others, and some, although effective in the short run, can exacerbate problems in the long run. Here, we have selected three…

Written by Ariel Floro | Reviewed by Chidozie Ojobor, Ph.D. Have you ever felt anxious and then had a stomachache? Have you also wondered how an emotional feeling such as anxiety would elicit a physical symptom as stomach upset? This happens because your gut and brain are linked through a…

Written by Michelle Guevara | Reviewed by Chidozie Ojobor, Ph.D. Research is finding that processed foods, fast foods, baked goods and sweets can exacerbate symptoms of depression, while a diet with lots of fruits, vegetables, fibre, and healthy fats can help to reduce symptoms of depression. Depression is a common…

Written by Michelle Guevara | Reviewed by Chidozie Ojobor, Ph.D. All of us are familiar with anxiety — sweaty palms and pounding heart, tense muscles and upset stomach. Anxiety is a normal response to stress, and helps us to pay attention, prepare for important events, and avoid danger. However, sometimes…