Music Education May Boost Brain Function in At-Risk Kids

Music Education May Boost Brain Function in At-Risk Kids

Photo by Valentino Funghi on Unsplash It’s a well-known fact that the right music can help lift your mood, boost your energy, inspire creativity, and so much more. Years ago, scientists discovered what they called the “Mozart Effect”, where they studied classical music’s effect on 

Mental Health Spotlight: Back-to-School Anxiety in Children

Mental Health Spotlight: Back-to-School Anxiety in Children

Photo by Plush Design Studio on Unsplash It’s the start of a new school year, and most kids are feeling mixed emotions this time of the year. Going back to school is exciting, but many can feel a bit anxious. The cause of anxiety at 

New Study: Mental and Physical Disabilities in Children

New Study: Mental and Physical Disabilities in Children

Photo by Barrett Ward on Unsplash A 10-year research study recently found that mental and developmental disabilities among US children have suffered an increase, while physical disabilities have actually declined. According to scientists, these results may be due to increased recognition and further research when 

The Myths and Facts about Depression

The Myths and Facts about Depression

Photo by Chad Madden on Unsplash Everyone feels sad from time to time; It’s a human reaction to stress, loss, relationship problems, and lots of other normal life circumstances. Depression does not fall into that category. When someone is truly depressed, it’s not the same 

Smoking While Pregnant Linked to ADHD in Children

Smoking While Pregnant Linked to ADHD in Children

Photo by Pawel Czerwinski on Unsplash It’s a publicly known fact that smoking in general is not good for our health. Quitting can be a struggle and many opt for vaping to reduce their nicotine intake. However, smoking while pregnant has many serious side effects 

Could Cocoa Extract Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease?

Could Cocoa Extract Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease?

Photo by Nordwood Themes on Unsplash A new study conducted at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City has determined that an extract of the cocoa plant may help to block damage to the nerve pathways seen in patients with