Mind & Body

Sleep Expert Reveals The Only Thing That Truly Helps Me With Sleep Problems

An evening routine is relaxing. FITBOOK editor Melanie Hoffmann finds that exercise, in particular, helps her fall asleep well at night.

According to a Study This Underrated Sport Helps Alleviate Depression Surprisingly Quickly

A randomized study shows that just five weeks of supervised Nordic walking can help with depression.

A Remedy for Constipation Also Appears to Help With Depression Symptoms

Study Offers Hope for Millions Laxative Also Helps Alleviate Certain Depression Symptoms

Study Offers Hope: Drug Originally Used for Constipation Eases Depression Symptoms in Just One Week

According to a Study What Your Saliva Can Reveal About Your Sleep

Can a saliva test determine if you've had enough sleep? A study provides initial intriguing insights into this possibility.

Study Shows This Training Helps Against Panic Attacks

A study shows that targeted stress in the form of sprint training can more sustainably reduce the symptoms of panic attacks.

Some women experience psychological issues during menopause.

Expert Advice Mental Health Issues During Menopause – When to Seek Help?

Not only can the body act up during menopause, but mental health issues can also become a burden.

How to Recognize Early Signs of Menopause

Advice from an Expert How Women Can Prepare for Menopause

Women know that menopause will eventually arrive. But how can they prepare well for it? An expert explains.

Men's Brains Change with Fatherhood: New Data Shows Potential Everyday Psychological Effects

In the first weeks after birth How Fatherhood Changes Men's Brains

Fatherhood dramatically changes the male brain, according to a recent study from Germany.

Matthias Steiner in an Interview with FITBOOK Editor-in-Chief Nuno Alves at OMR 2026 in Hamburg

Olympic Hero in an Interview Matthias Steiner: "This Is the Key to Healthy Aging"

Olympic champion Matthias Steiner explains in an interview with Nuno Alves why sleep is the most crucial factor for healthy aging.

Wladimir Klitschko and Hayden Panettiere

Hayden Panettiere "I Told Wlad, 'I Can't Go on Living Like This!'"

Hayden Panettiere spoke openly about her postpartum depression and why her daughter lives with her father, Wladimir Klitschko.

Research Loneliness Can Be Life-Threatening in Certain Cases, Study Finds

According to a study, loneliness not only negatively affects health and well-being but can even become life-threatening.

Airport, Language, Uncertainty: Causes of Travel Anxiety and Why It Affects More People Than Expected

Forms and Causes How Phobias Differ

FITBOOK explains the causes behind certain phobias, how to identify them, and the best ways to treat them.

With and Without Caffeine Study Finds Ideal Amount of Coffee for Mental Health

Depression, stress, PTSD: Scientists identify the ideal amount of coffee for mental health.

Many people worry about declining health as they age. Could this actually contribute to the aging process itself?

Study Summary How the Fear of Aging Is Connected to Aging Itself

Concerns about health decline have been linked to faster biological aging. Lifestyle may play a role. More on FITBOOK.

Many people struggle with sleep problems. According to Prof. Satchin Panda, this is partly because we don't allow ourselves enough time to wind down.

Interview Chronobiologist Satchin Panda: "Why So Many Struggle With Sleep Problems"

Chronobiologist Satchin Panda explains in an interview why many people have sleep problems and why melatonin is often overdosed.

Study Shows How Tattoo Type and Quantity Relate to Personality

Tattoos or no tattoos: a question of personality? Researchers made intriguing discoveries in their quest for answers.

Can the Death of a Wife Increase Her Husband's Risk of Dementia?

According to the study This Factor Increases Dementia Risk in Men–But Not in Women

With the death of a wife, the risk of dementia increases for older men, according to a recent study. Women often fare better after the mourning period.

Taking time to address worries has positive effects on sleep and mental health overall.

Concept of Worry Time An action taken earlier in the day can significantly improve falling asleep.

Overthinking can become a burden. Taking time to worry can help. Learn how "Worry Time" works in 4 steps.

Studies Show Sport Makes You Happy! Even This Small Amount Is Enough

If you haven't experienced it yourself, you only know it from hearsay: sport makes you happy. But is it really true? And if so, why?

Woman sitting in front of a daylight lamp

Doctor Answers Can Daylight Lamps Help With "Seasonal Affective Disorder"?

Daylight lamps promise relief from winter depression - also known as "seasonal affective disorder". A doctor explains the benefits.

Compared to Healthy People Risk of Suicide Almost Twice as High Among Headache Sufferers

Headaches can be very stressful for those affected - a new study shows that they also increase the risk of suicide.

Nocturnal Mind Racing What Happens in the Brain While We Dream?

What actually happens in the brain when we dream? And how can memory be trained? Experts have the answers.

The type of light in the evening can affect the release of the sleep hormone melatonin, according to a study.

Study Summary What Evening LED Light Does to the Sleep Hormone Melatonin

A study analyzed how factors such as LED light in the evening affect the release of melatonin.

Zen Monk Exercise That Makes You Happy in One Minute

From a Zen Monk The Exercise That, According to a Zen Monk, Makes You Happy in One Minute

According to Zen monk Haemin Sunim, happiness can be experienced in the being mode. A simple exercise can help you reach this state.

FITBOOK Editor Anna Echtermeyer in the Mountains

FITBOOK Editor "What Being in the Mountains Does to Me"

FITBOOK editor Anna Echtermeyer finds optimal relaxation and joy while hiking in the mountains. But why is that?

Chris Hemsworth Reveals His Fears in an Interview

Pressure to Perform and Fears Chris Hemsworth: "That's the Worst Feeling in the World"

In an interview, Chris Hemsworth spoke candidly about performance pressure, fears, and panic attacks—and how his mother helped him.

Psychology Study Finds Possible Reason Why Girls Are More Prone to Depression Than Boys

A study reveals gender-specific differences in metabolism among adolescents with depression—a neurotoxin plays a crucial role.

More and More Children Suffer from Anxiety Disorders

Mental Crises More Children Suffer From Anxiety Disorders–Girls Especially Affected

A data analysis by DAK reveals how significantly children have been affected by anxiety disorders since the onset of COVID-19.

Box breathing, also known as square breathing, can effectively transition the body from a state of alarm back to calm.

Box Breathing Reduce Stress Instantly With Box Breathing: Here's How the Technique Works

Box breathing, also known as square breathing, is a simple and effective method to reduce stress. Here's how to do it.

Urologist Explains Why Men May Experience Loss of Libido and What Can Help

FITBOOK consulted an expert to explore the causes of male libido loss and what can help restore desire.