In Jess Row’s short story “The Secrets of Bats,” a high school teacher living in Hong Kong recalls one student’s experiment in the dark hallways after school hours, her goal being to see the same way bats see, that is without actually seeing.…
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Why is it that some things that happened years ago seem like yesterday, while other things seem lost in the past? And why is it that time seems to pass faster as we get older? Why does it seem that our brains warp the perception of time based on circ…
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The world is a much different place than it was when Mark Zuckerberg launched Facebook in late 2004 — and much of it wouldn’t be changed without his pet project that gradually spread from college campus networks to [ ... ]The post Socializing Vi…
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Here's some ecologically friendly behavior for Earth Day and World Environment Day as suggested by the United Nations Environment Program. (We discussed their work here.) It takes only few simple steps to easily green your daily routine and make g…
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I believe that the two most important values in the 21st century are the Earth and the human brain. The Earth’s health is the only vision that is all-encompassing enough to overcome the ethnic, cultural, religious, and national tensions that exist.…
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Our planet’s current unprecedented challenges have moved the environment from being a marginal issue to being center stage in political and economic decision-making at the national and global levels. The climate is changing, natural disasters are o…
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African-Americans are better at sports. Asians are better at math. Though we outwardly seek and applaud diversity, stereotypes persist. "Whistling Vivaldi: How Stereotypes Affect Us and What We Can Do" investigates the research of social psychologist…
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"I would say that if a patient gets diagnosed now, they have a nice chance of living a normal life … with progressive MS, it’s not so much a matter of whether the symptoms get better or worse; it’s that you have loss of neural tissue, which nor…
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As a writer, I tend to cover a wide range of topics, and in the process, I usually get to learn something new. One of these topics is music. Every once in a while, I get to write an album review; doing so allows me to familiarize myself with the arti…
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Marijuana (cannabis) is one of the most controversial and politicized controlled substances in the United States. It has many names — Mary Jane, pot, ganja, sativa, etc. — and stories about it ranging from positive to negative, depending on whom…
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Johnson & Johnson is well-known for its hygiene products. However, if the products that are used to keep oneself clean can cause cancer, would definitely be a different story.
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Quitting the habit of drinking too much coffee will provide the body more benefits upon taking healthier alternative beverages such as kombucha tea and green tea among others.
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According to a new study, drinking moderately can be associated with a reduced risk of dementia.
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Get to know why there is a decline in the sperm count of men coming from these three continents.
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Learn why the Vatican apparently did not approve of gluten-free communion wafers.
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The benefits of drinking coffee just keep getting better and better, as two new studies inform us that it prolongs life.
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A recent discovery made by scientists indicate the possibility that human life may not be sustained in Mars.
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Get to know if there are any health benefits from snorting chocolate.
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Get to know if coconut oil is really a healthier option to cook your food.
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According to a new study, yoga causes musculoskeletal pain in 10% of people and exacerbates 21% of existing injuries.
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A nervous stomach usually refers to stomach problems that are caused by stress and anxiety. Despite having some of the same symptoms as some chronic GI disorders, a nervous stomach is usually related to a person's "fight-or-flight" response. This art…
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Researchers found that users of medical cannabis reported a reduction in depressive symptoms after just one puff of a high-CBD, low-THC form of the drug.
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Although allergies might seem a world away from mental health, a new study finds that common allergic conditions increase the risk of psychiatric problems.
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Your work-related stress is mental baggage that you must learn not to drag home with you. If you hold on to it, both your sleep and health will suffer.
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In sleep paralysis, your mind wakes up, but your body does not. You may also experience frightening hallucinations. What is this, and how can we cope?
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Could a fast-acting new drug curb serious depression symptoms, including suicidal thoughts? A recent study says 'yes,' but questions of safety arise.
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A panic attack can feel like a sudden onslaught of rapid breathing, nausea, and fear. Luckily, many treatment methods can help to relieve symptoms. These may include breathing techniques, home remedies, medications, and lifestyle changes. Here, learn…
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Researchers have identified a greater risk of mental health conditions among children and teenagers who are transgender and gender non-conforming.
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Have your social media accounts become a source of stress more than one of enjoyment? Read this Spotlight and learn why you may want to consider a detox.
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Dissociative identity disorder is a condition where one person develops multiple personalities or identities. It used to be called multiple personality disorder. In this article, learn about the causes and risk factors, as well as how it is treated.…
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Cybergossiping is when two or more people make evaluative comments on social media regarding a third person who is not present. This kind of online behavior is common among adolescents. Cybergossiping directly impacts the group, and can foster or dam…
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An international team including researchers from King's College London have found physical activity can protect against the emergence of depression, regardless of age and geographical region.
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(HealthDay)—A single session of meditation can lower your anxiety levels, a small new study finds.
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About 2.6 million American children and adolescents had diagnosed anxiety and/or depression in 2011-12, reports an analysis of nationwide data in the Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, the official journal of the Society for Developmen…
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Early childhood interventions may have some efficacy in boosting measures of child health and development in low income countries, but more work is needed to sort out how to implement these interventions, according to a new set of studies published t…
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People across the UK expect their memory to worsen in their 50s, according to new research from Heriot-Watt University.
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There has been a recent global rise in "green fever", with various jurisdictions either decriminalising or legalising cannabis.
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For women, the answer to the loss of sexual desire does not lie in prescription pills but in the practice of mindfulness, says Lori Brotto, a UBC psychologist and sex researcher.
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New research from King's College London shows that lonely young adults are more likely to experience mental health problems and more likely to be out of work than their peers. The study, published today in Psychological Medicine, gives a detailed sna…
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People who feel in control of their lives and who find purpose and meaning in life are less likely to have anxiety disorders even when going through the toughest times, according to a study led by the University of Cambridge.
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Title: When Does Online Gaming Become an Addiction?Category: Health NewsCreated: 4/20/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/20/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Early and Quick Turnaround Deployments Increase U.S. Soldiers' Suicide Risk: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/19/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/20/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: How to Keep Anger From Getting the Better of YouCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/16/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/16/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Is Your Waiter Stoned? Study Finds Pot Use Highest Among Restaurant WorkersCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/12/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/13/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Mariah Carey Reveals Battle with Bipolar DisorderCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/11/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/12/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Did 2016 Election Unleash OCD in the USA?Category: Health NewsCreated: 4/11/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/11/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Opioid Painkiller Hashtags Blocked on InstagramCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/9/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/10/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Dance Club Scene Rife With Opioid AbuseCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/6/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/9/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Hawaii Legalizes Medically-Assisted SuicideCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/6/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/6/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Here's Another Reason to Not Marry Your CousinCategory: Health NewsCreated: 4/4/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/5/2018 12:00:00 AM
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As codependents we lose ourselves in relationships, unaware that losing our Self is the greatest despair. When the relationship inevitably ends, it’s devastating because we are lost. We lack autonomy […]
- 23 hours ago, 24 Apr 18, 10:00am -

Communities like Portsmouth, Ohio, regularly make national news for waves of overdoses. On any given day, nearly 100 people across the country die due to opioid overdose. The problem always […]
- 2 days ago, 23 Apr 18, 10:00am -

This article is in a Q & A format to respond to frequently asked questions about marriage meetings. Q: What’s so great about marriage meetings? A: An obvious need exists […]
- 3 days ago, 22 Apr 18, 10:00am -

Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it.” – Maya Angelou.  What does success mean to you? For some it is all about the bling, […]
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At its worst, social anxiety can make ordering a cup of coffee a daunting task, and can make a party feel like a house of horrors. From what direction will […]
- 5 days ago, 20 Apr 18, 2:45pm -

Anxiety is frustrating. You feel like a stranger inside your own body. You feel like there are mini explosions inside your head, inside your heart. Sometimes, you shake. Sometimes, you […]
- 6 days ago, 19 Apr 18, 10:00am -

“My anxiety journey was one of the worst, most terrifying experiences of my life. Yet once I allowed it to become my greatest teacher, it also became one of the […]
- 7 days ago, 18 Apr 18, 2:42pm -

“Our bodies have five senses: touch, smell, taste, sight, hearing. But not to be overlooked are the senses of our souls: intuition, peace, foresight, trust, empathy. The differences between people […]
- 8 days ago, 17 Apr 18, 10:00am -

As a society, we often forget those who are in the most dire need. We tend to wave off any thoughts of the developmentally disabled or those left behind due […]
- 9 days ago, 16 Apr 18, 2:39pm -

“Sometimes it’s the smallest decisions that can change your life forever.” – Keri Russell Everyone has a favorite theory about what constitutes a happy life. Likely you know a few […]
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Sexual minority youth have higher rates of depression than their heterosexual peers. This study explores the contribution of cyberbullying, unmet medical needs, and other factors to depressive symptoms. Medscape Medical News
- 15 hours ago, 24 Apr 18, 5:18pm -

Researchers have identified 17 gene variants, 14 of which are novel, that potentially increase the risk for depression, adding to evidence that depression is at least partially a genetic disorder. Medscape Medical News
- 1 day ago, 24 Apr 18, 5:56am -

Eating raw fruits and vegetables is more strongly associated with better mental health than eating cooked, canned, or otherwise processed foods, new research shows. Medscape Medical News
- 2 days ago, 23 Apr 18, 11:18am -

A new report reveals disturbing increases in youth substance abuse and suicide during the past decade and particularly the past year. Medscape Medical News
- 2 days ago, 23 Apr 18, 10:28am -

Dr Seema Yasmin recounts her uncle's ill-fated experience visiting an Ayurvedic practitioner, along with her own visit to a well-known traditional Indian pharmacy. Medscape Psychiatry
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