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Students Punished at School are More Likely to Suffer From Anxiety and Depression

A study found exclusionary discipline adversely affected students' mental health – possibly more than you'd expect. Credit: PixabayA University of Minnesota study found that children subjected to exclusionary discipline (ED) at school face a higher risk of developing anxiety and depression. The findings emphasize the importance of rethinking how educators handle students who misbehave,...

How Your Food Choices Can Contribute to Anxiety and Depression

Credit: DepositphotosThe familiar "sugar high" after enjoying a sweet treat is a well-known example of how food can positively impact mood.Conversely, the experience of feeling "hangry"—where hunger leads to anger or irritability—demonstrates how our diet, or lack thereof, can also trigger negative emotions.Recent research indicates that fluctuations in blood sugar levels play a role...