PTSD Symptoms & Functioning in US Veterans

Research Paper Title Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Symptoms, Functioning, and Suicidal Ideation in US Military Veterans: A Symptomics Approach. Background To examine the association between individual symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and measures of functioning, quality of life, and suicidal ideation given that previous research has focused on PTSD diagnosis and symptom clusters. Methods Data… Read More

Using Financial Strategies To Fund a Fitness Lifestyle

Poor mental health can make managing money harder, and worrying about money can cause your mental and physical health to decline. One survey conducted by one of the largest banks in the US revealed that 81% of respondents found goals much easier to achieve when their finances were in order, while 70% stated that solid finances… Read More

Soldiers & Anger: Linking Utility & Perception

Research Paper Title Can Anger Be Helpful?: Soldier Perceptions of the Utility of Anger. Background Studies have found that soldiers returning from combat deployment report elevated levels of anger and aggression. The present study examined the perception that anger was helpful in performing occupationally related duties and whether this perception was associated with mental health… Read More

What is the Effect of Mental Fatigue on Non-Attention?

Research Paper Title Effect of mental fatigue on nonattention: a visual mismatch negativity study. Background Individuals experience mental fatigue during or after prolonged periods of cognitive activity. The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of mental fatigue on detection of changes at the preattentive stage in the visual system by recording… Read More

Physical Activity Beneficial for Mental & Physical Functioning

Research Paper Title Joint Association of Physical Activity and Body Weight with Subsequent Physical and Mental Functioning: A Follow-up Study. Background Physical inactivity and overweight are major threats to public health. However, it is not well understood to what extent physical activity might counteract the harmful effects of overweight on functioning. Thus, the researchers examined… Read More