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Health & Wellness6d ago

Mindfulness Therapy Safe for Depression, Study Confirms

A major study of over 1,200 patients shows mindfulness-based cognitive therapy doesn't worsen depression symptoms, clearing up safety concerns. The finding supports continued use of the popular treatment that helps millions avoid relapse.

Google News - Researchers Find2 min read
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Health & WellnessAug 7

College Gamers Cut Addiction With 8-Week Mindfulness Program

A new therapy program helped 46 college students struggling with gaming addiction regain control of their lives through mindfulness and self-care practices. One month after the program ended, participants still showed improved self-control and reduced stress.

Google News - Researchers Find2 min read
Therapy Dogs Bring Joy to WellSpan Hospital Patients
Acts of KindnessAug 6

Therapy Dogs Bring Joy to WellSpan Hospital Patients

Volunteer therapy dogs are making rounds at WellSpan hospitals, bringing comfort and smiles to patients, families, and healthcare workers during their toughest days. One patient who hadn't spoken in five years after a car accident tried to talk when a therapy dog laid its head on her shoulder.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Therapists Take Sessions Outdoors with Walk-and-Talk Therapy
SolutionsFeb 17

Therapists Take Sessions Outdoors with Walk-and-Talk Therapy

A therapist noticed runners open up more easily while moving, sparking a growing trend in outdoor therapy sessions. Walk-and-talk therapy combines mental health support with the proven benefits of nature and exercise.

Google News - Health2 min read
Therapy Works at 70: New Research Breaks Age Myths
Health & WellnessJun 10

Therapy Works at 70: New Research Breaks Age Myths

Maurizio started therapy at 70 for lifelong migraines and discovered something far more valuable than a cure. Growing evidence shows older adults benefit just as much from therapy as younger people, yet only 4% are getting help.

BBC Future3 min read
New Digital ADHD Therapy Cuts Symptoms in 3 Months
Health & WellnessMar 11

New Digital ADHD Therapy Cuts Symptoms in 3 Months

A groundbreaking app-based therapy is helping adults with ADHD see real improvements in just three months, offering hope to millions struggling to find treatment. The digital program works as well as traditional therapy but fits into your pocket.

Medical Xpress3 min read
10 Minutes of Mindfulness Can Transform Your Day
SolutionsAug 2

10 Minutes of Mindfulness Can Transform Your Day

Mindfulness expert Andy Puddicombe reveals how just 10 minutes of doing absolutely nothing can refresh your mind and change your life. No incense or uncomfortable positions required.

TED2 min read
Therapy Dogs Bring Comfort to Phoenix Children's Hospital
Community HeroesMay 1

Therapy Dogs Bring Comfort to Phoenix Children's Hospital

Volunteer therapy dogs are providing emotional support to young patients and their families at Phoenix Children's Hospital. The four-legged visitors help ease anxiety and bring moments of joy during difficult hospital stays.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Proton Therapy Cuts Cancer Side Effects at Kansas Center
Health & WellnessFeb 1

Proton Therapy Cuts Cancer Side Effects at Kansas Center

A breakthrough cancer treatment delivers radiation with pinpoint accuracy, sparing healthy tissue while attacking tumors. The University of Kansas Cancer Center is leading research that could transform how millions receive radiation therapy.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
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Health & WellnessApr 8

New Brain Therapy Cuts Combat PTSD Symptoms in Trial

Veterans with combat PTSD saw significant symptom reduction using MRI-guided brain stimulation in a clinical trial. This non-invasive treatment could offer new hope for those who haven't found relief with traditional therapy.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
One-Hour Therapy Sessions Show Real Results for Anxiety
Health & WellnessApr 6

One-Hour Therapy Sessions Show Real Results for Anxiety

Single-session therapy is helping people tackle mental health challenges in just 60 minutes, offering an accessible alternative when traditional therapy feels out of reach. Research across 415 clinical trials shows it works for depression, anxiety, and more.

Stuff NZ2 min read
Home Depot Volunteers Upgrade Indiana Ranch for Veteran Therapy
Community HeroesJun 12

Home Depot Volunteers Upgrade Indiana Ranch for Veteran Therapy

Volunteers spent a day transforming Triple E Ranch in Haubstadt, Indiana, where veterans and rescued wild mustangs heal together through an innovative therapy program. The improvements ensure both horses and heroes can continue their journey toward recovery in safe, accessible spaces.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Mindfulness and Yoga Help Dementia Patients Feel Better
Health & WellnessMar 4

Mindfulness and Yoga Help Dementia Patients Feel Better

Simple meditation and gentle movement practices are showing real promise in reducing depression and anxiety for people living with dementia. New research maps out exactly how to make these therapies work best for older adults with cognitive decline.

Medical Xpress2 min read
Cancer Therapy Sends 5 Lupus Patients Into Remission
Health & WellnessJun 22

Cancer Therapy Sends 5 Lupus Patients Into Remission

A groundbreaking UK trial used CAR T-cell therapy, originally designed for cancer, to send five lupus patients into remission within three months. One patient who couldn't walk without pain just two years ago recently went Alpine skiing for the first time.

Good News Network3 min read
Yale Program Cuts Prison HIV Risk With Mindfulness
SolutionsFeb 3

Yale Program Cuts Prison HIV Risk With Mindfulness

A new mindfulness program is helping prisoners in Kyrgyzstan overcome addiction stigma and reduce HIV risk without making treatment feel like punishment. Early results show the approach works better than anything tried before.

Google News - New Treatment3 min read
Therapy Donkeys Calm Psychiatric Patients in France
VideosJun 11

Therapy Donkeys Calm Psychiatric Patients in France

A psychiatric hospital near Paris brings patients to a wooded farm sanctuary every Friday for therapy sessions with gentle donkeys, producing remarkable improvements in anxiety and mood. The program's success has organizers pushing for formal research to expand donkey therapy nationwide.

Good News Network2 min read
Scientists Finally Map What Mindfulness Really Means
Health & WellnessJan 28

Scientists Finally Map What Mindfulness Really Means

After decades of confusion, researchers are untangling why mindfulness works differently for different people. This clarity could help millions choose the right practice for their actual needs.

Medical Xpress3 min read
Two-Thirds of Autistic Kids Learn to Speak with Therapy
Health & WellnessJan 28

Two-Thirds of Autistic Kids Learn to Speak with Therapy

A groundbreaking study from Drexel University shows that 66% of nonverbal autistic children develop spoken language through consistent speech therapy. The key isn't intensity but duration, with better outcomes seen in children who attend therapy for six months to two years.

Google News - Scientists Discover3 min read
Estrogen Therapy Linked to 39% Lower Dementia Risk
Health & WellnessAug 15

Estrogen Therapy Linked to 39% Lower Dementia Risk

A groundbreaking study of over 21,000 women found that estrogen-only hormone therapy was associated with significantly fewer signs of Alzheimer's disease in the brain. Women who used the therapy had 39% lower odds of developing dementia and showed dramatically fewer brain changes linked to the disease.

Science Daily2 min read
New Certification Makes Advanced Cell Therapy Safer
Health & WellnessMay 11

New Certification Makes Advanced Cell Therapy Safer

A groundbreaking quality certification for cutting-edge immune cell therapies just passed its first inspection, opening the door for safer treatment expansion beyond cancer into autoimmune diseases. The framework ensures patients receive consistent, high-quality care as these life-changing therapies reach more people.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read

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