Stress, Psychiatric Disorders, and Mitochondria

Stress, Psychiatric Disorders, and Mitochondria

In the realm of mental health, understanding the biological underpinnings that contribute to psychiatric disorders is crucial. The research paper “Stress and Psychiatric Disorders: The Role of Mitochondria” by Teresa E. Daniels, Elizabeth M. Olsen, and...
PTSD and Mitochondria

PTSD and Mitochondria

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a complex mental health condition that can develop after exposure to a traumatic event. This disorder is characterized by symptoms such as flashbacks, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event. Recent research...

The Importance of Sleep for Brain and Mental Health

After a long and stressful day, it’s not uncommon in our hyper-stimulated society to forgo a long, restful sleep for scrolling through seemingly-rewarding social media or binge-watching our favorite TV shows. Although not nearly as appealing, sleep is exactly...