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The calories of summer It swept across the United States, warnings were issued on the East Coast and the Midwest.
In addition to putting pressure on the body, hot weather can also cause damage to the brain Mental health.
Dr. Jace Reed, director of emergency psychiatry at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles, emphasized in an interview with Fox News Digital that the brain is a major organ that can be affected by calories.
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Extremely high calories can lead to changes in mental health, such as increased Irritability and anxietyas well as memory loss, attention and reaction time.
Experts warn that this could affect daily social and professional interactions.
Extremely high calories can lead to changes in mental health, such as increased irritability and anxiety, as well as reduced memory, attention and reaction time. (iStock)
“It may be slower to complete the task or remember what someone is telling you,” he told Fox News Digital. “These may be the early signs that the calories are Impact your brain and your psychological abilities. ”
Psychiatrists warn that symptoms such as extreme confusion may mark the beginning of a stroke, which may require hospitalization.
In another interview with Fox News Digital, Thea Gallagher, PhD in Psychology and director of health programs at NYU Langone Health, noted that when the body overheated, it strives to regulate internal balance.
This may lead to Sleep interruptionfatigue and poor concentration, as well as impaired cognitive function, slow response time, and struggle with decision-making.
Extremely high calories can lead to slow cognitive function and delays in reaction time and decision making. (iStock)
Gallagher added that calories can also increase oxidative stress and inflammation in the brain, which may damage neurons, worsen existing neurological conditions and increase the risk of stroke.
“Caliency exposure may trigger an inflammatory response In the brain,” she said. “In cases like heatstroke, inflammation is believed to cause symptoms such as confusion and irritation. ”
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According to experts, excessive calories can also weaken the protective blood-brain barrier, which makes the brain more susceptible to toxins and pathogens.
Higher temperatures are also Mood disturbance and violence, especially during prolonged heat waves.
Experts say emergency visits mental health issues increase on hot days. (iStock)
Emergency visit to mental illness Anxiety, depression Gallagher confirmed that substance use also increased significantly during the hottest days.
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Experts warn that the following are some of the main psychological symptoms that may worsen in hot weather.
- Irritability, anxiety or mood swings
- Difficulty concentration or “brain fog”
- Increase impulsiveness or aggressiveness
- Deterioration of mental symptoms such as depression or psychiatric disorders
- Confusion or delectonic, especially during stroke
People with mental health conditions such as mood disorders, schizophrenia, anxiety or Even dementia More vulnerable to injury in hot weather.
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Some Psychiatric drugs Gallagher points out that it is difficult for the body to regulate temperature or retain moisture, and heat can “intensify” symptoms such as agitation or paranoidness.
“People with cognitive impairment may not recognize signs of overheating,” she added.
One psychologist suggests that it is important to be patient with yourself and others on hot days. (iStock)
“Certain SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) can inhibit sweat production, which is the main cooling mechanism in the body. This increases the risk of overheating, dehydration and even stroke.”
“Paraconically, SSRI can also cause excessive sweating in some people – a side effect called ‘SSRI sweat’.” “While this seems to help with cooling, it can actually lead to dehydration if liquid intake doesn’t keep up.”
Protect brain health
Experts recommend the following practices to protect brain health Extremely hot.
- Stay hydrated as dehydration can worsen cognitive decline
- Avoid high temperature hours; stay indoors or shaded areas from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Use a fan, air conditioning or a cool shower
- Use power outage curtains and cooling bedding to ensure a return to sleep
- Ask your doctor if it will increase caloric sensitivity
- Use deep breathing and relaxation techniques to help manage heat-induced stress
- Maintain social connections; check Friends and family
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“The days are also longer and there are more activities, which can be exhausting,” Gallagher notes. “So it’s good to prioritize sleep and rest…(find) ways to slow down.”
