Medical doctor, neurologist, and cognitive neuroscientist, Dr. Anjan Chatterjee has dedicated his life to understand how the workings of our mind can be observed in the brain — what patterns our thoughts and dreams make. Fifteen years ago, he devel…
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It is only by first imagining a better world that we can begin to create it. Right now, in the face of a financial crisis, global warming and myriad human conflicts, a peaceful future may seem distant. But it is worth remembering that out of hard tim…
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The physical brain responds to consistent, rigorous stimuli in a way that does not simply grow new neural connections, but actually changes the structure of the brain in order to more efficiently use the incoming signals. This means that your brain i…
- 2 days ago, 3 Jul 20, 1:45pm -

Here’s a small experiment for you: In a notebook or on a piece of paper, jot down a memory of a time when you were happy. Include details — what you were doing, what you were seeing, and how you felt. Don’t forget the sensory details — what d…
- 3 days ago, 2 Jul 20, 1:15pm -

According to a new study published by the journal JAMA Neurology, black Americans who grow up in segregated neighborhoods could be at a greater risk of cognitive decline when they reach middle age. The study followed participants and the communities…
- 4 days ago, 1 Jul 20, 1:05pm -

While social media outlets have made it easier for people to deactivate their accounts during the week, you can also use the fast-paced environment of social media to work to your advantage. Why not use the time you spend online to meet your long-ter…
- 5 days ago, 30 Jun 20, 1:45pm -

Have you ever woken up in the morning feeling unsure of where your day — or your life — is going? You wonder what else might be out there. You know you deserve more fulfillment from your life. You think to yourself: What's next? We’ve all felt…
- 6 days ago, 29 Jun 20, 2:45pm -

In the first seven years of this century we achieved as much in terms of technological change as in all of the 20th century, and we continue to leapfrog innovation. The pace of “penetration,” or the amount of time it takes for a new technology to…
- 7 days ago, 28 Jun 20, 3:30pm -

Lying is natural. It’s actually pretty necessary for our survival. Can you imagine always having to tell the truth? “How old do you think I am?” or “Do you like my cooking?” are questions we don’t always want to answer honestly, and so we…
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Most of us would like to have a better memory. We imagine our lives would be better — simpler, faster, easier — if we could recall the things that slip our minds on a daily basis and, increasingly, as we get older. But journalist Joshua Foer took…
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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.
- 26 Jul 17, 9:04pm -

Learn why the Vatican apparently did not approve of gluten-free communion wafers.
- 13 Jul 17, 9:32pm -

The benefits of drinking coffee just keep getting better and better, as two new studies inform us that it prolongs life.
- 11 Jul 17, 6:54am -

A recent discovery made by scientists indicate the possibility that human life may not be sustained in Mars.
- 7 Jul 17, 1:10am -

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 new study examines the link between drinking tea and lower rates of depression in older Chinese adults, revealing the characteristics of tea drinkers.
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Does the constant cycle of negative world news make you anxious? Here, learn more about news-related anxiety and how you can fight back.
- 16 Jan 20, 12:00pm -

According to new research, placing too much emphasis on happiness can actually give rise to depressive symptoms, especially in the Western world.
- 16 Jan 20, 10:00am -

The largest study of its kind analyzed genetic information from 3,444 families and found one single gene whose mutations may help explain the condition.
- 16 Jan 20, 6:00am -

Depression is a common symptom before and during a period. Find out why hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle can contribute to depression and learn what to do.
- 15 Jan 20, 1:00pm -

People with anorexia tend to severely restrict their food intake, while those with bulimia go through periods of overeating followed by unhealthful behaviors to ‘purge.’ Learn more here.
- 13 Jan 20, 2:00pm -

Alcohol is a depressant and can amplify or trigger depression symptoms in some people. Learn more about the links between depression and alcohol in this article.
- 10 Jan 20, 3:00pm -

A report that the LA County commissioned suggests that many jail inmates would benefit from diversion to community-based mental health programs.
- 10 Jan 20, 6:00am -

New research shows how using a fake rubber hand may enable people living with obsessive-compulsive disorder to overcome their contamination fears.
- 10 Jan 20, 3:00am -

Can smoking lead to depression? A new study examines the link between smoking tobacco and the incidence of depression among students.
- 9 Jan 20, 11:00am -

A small team of researchers from the University of Chicago, Pennsylvania State University, and Aarhus University has found that people who are exposed to end-of-the-world movies may be more resilient when dealing with the real-life ongoing pandemic.…
- 2 days ago, 3 Jul 20, 10:40am -

A new study has found internet addiction in teenagers leads to difficulty regulating emotions. However there was no evidence that pre-existing emotional issues are a predictor of obsessive internet use.
- 2 days ago, 3 Jul 20, 9:04am -

Depression is the most common mental health disorder in the U.S., affecting roughly one in five adults and is at the core of numerous other health conditions including cancer, substance use disorders, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, dementia, diabe…
- 2 days ago, 3 Jul 20, 9:00am -

In a new study, Penn State College of Nursing Project Director Erica Husser—a developmental gerontologist with a passion for nature and older women's health—investigated the perceived influence of nature on the daily lives of rural older women li…
- 2 days ago, 3 Jul 20, 8:54am -

We are highly sensitive to people around us. As infants, we observe our parents and teachers, and from them we learn how to walk, talk, read—and use smartphones. There seems to be no limit to the complexity of behaviour we can acquire from observat…
- 2 days ago, 3 Jul 20, 8:42am -

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have imaged tau protein in the brains of living patients with Alzheimer's disease. The amount and spread of tau proved a predictor of future memory loss. Brain imaging for measuring tau can be useful both for impr…
- 2 days ago, 3 Jul 20, 8:40am -

Scientists at Johns Hopkins Medicine have found types of cells in the brain that are most susceptible to inherited genetic variants linked to schizophrenia. As a result, their work reveals a shortlist of the variants that most likely impact disease r…
- 2 days ago, 3 Jul 20, 8:39am -

Recent news headlines, such as "Gender gap in self-promotion penalizes women," "Women less inclined to self-promote than men," and "Men exaggerate their importance at work while women do the exact opposite," vividly portray a long-standing problem in…
- 2 days ago, 3 Jul 20, 8:22am -

The premiere of the movie Scent of Mystery in 1960 marked a singular event in the annals of cinema: the first, and last, motion picture debut "in glorious Smell-O-Vision." Hoping to wow moviegoers with a dynamic olfactory experience alongside the fam…
- 3 days ago, 2 Jul 20, 2:37pm -

The finding follows previous research that found marriage protects against risky alcohol use and moderates genetic influences on alcohol outcomes, but previous studies generally focused on older adult samples.
- 3 days ago, 2 Jul 20, 2:26pm -

Title: AHA News: COVID-19 Pandemic Brings New Concerns About Excessive DrinkingCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/1/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/2/2020 12:00:00 AM
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Title: New Leash on Life: How Dog-Walking Is Helping Veterans Battered by PTSDCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/1/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/2/2020 12:00:00 AM
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Title: AHA News: Sadness and Isolation of Pandemic Can Make Coping With Grief HarderCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/30/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/1/2020 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Adult ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)Category: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 1/31/2005 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/29/2020 12:00:00 AM
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Title: What Causes Someone to Be an Alcoholic?Category: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 6/26/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/26/2020 12:00:00 AM
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Title: What Are the Types of Bipolar Disorder?Category: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 6/26/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/26/2020 12:00:00 AM
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Title: What Behaviors Will Shorten Your Life?Category: Health NewsCreated: 6/24/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/25/2020 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Suicide Rate 170 Times Higher for People With SchizophreniaCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/23/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/24/2020 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Cyberbullies and Their Victims Can Both Develop PTSDCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/23/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/24/2020 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Despite Predictions, Loneliness Not Rising for Americans Under LockdownCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/22/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/23/2020 12:00:00 AM
- 13 days ago, 23 Jun 20, 3:00am -

In the Spring of 2018 my daughter began to want to “eat healthy.” There is nothing wrong with eating healthy, I thought. After all, I am a certified health coach...
- 12 days ago, 23 Jun 20, 10:00am -

One of the benefits of adulthood is the opportunity to make choices. Children often bemoan the lack of control they have over their lives. Parents, teachers, coaches, clergy, police, even...
- 13 days ago, 22 Jun 20, 10:00am -

The longer I have been providing therapy, the more I’m convinced that, along with acquiring the skills to walk and talk, a basic task of being human is to learn to manage...
- 16 days ago, 19 Jun 20, 10:00am -

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is defined as a fear-based disorder with several features necessary for a formal diagnosis which include: avoidance behaviors, re-experiencing, increased arousal and negative affect and/or cognition.1...
- 19 days ago, 16 Jun 20, 10:00am -

I’ve always known that I don’t have complete control over my life, although, admittedly, that knowledge exists on some level deep inside of me that I scurry past and pretend...
- 26 days ago, 9 Jun 20, 1:27pm -

Narcissism is many faceted and comes in several types. Narcissists will use a variety of tactics and defenses to keep you insecure and ensure their status and that their needs...
- 30 days ago, 5 Jun 20, 11:17am -

When I was sixteen years old, I met every requirement in the DSM-IV criteria for Anorexia Nervosa. My Body Mass Index (BMI) hovered just below 17.5, I was obsessed with...
- 33 days ago, 2 Jun 20, 3:49pm -

I had an idyllic childhood. I was a cheery kid with great parents, raised in a wonderful neighborhood, always cared for and never wanted for anything. When people hear this...
- 38 days ago, 28 May 20, 10:00am -

Mourning the loss of a relationship, the death of a loved one, receiving news of a debilitating health issue, or even the passing of a pet can affect people differently....
- 45 days ago, 21 May 20, 10:00am -

As we continue in this historic, record breaking moment in time, I notice that I have created new habits and deepened others. At the onset, nine weeks ago, I was...
- 47 days ago, 19 May 20, 10:00am -

The presence of four misfolded proteins linked to neurodegeneration is common in the brains of older adults and is associated with dementia and impaired cognition, researchers have found. Reuters Health Information
- 2 days ago, 3 Jul 20, 12:46pm -

Users test opioids and other drugs for the presence of dangerous fentanyl by dissolving a small sample in water. They then dip the test strip, providing readings similar to those in a pregnancy test. Medscape Medical News
- 2 days ago, 3 Jul 20, 10:01am -

The app may save lives, says a public health researcher who conducted the study. Medscape Medical News
- 2 days ago, 3 Jul 20, 9:32am -

Federal lawmakers questioned state policies that require disclosure of mental health treatment on medical licensing applications over concerns about creating barriers to psychiatric care for clinicians. Medscape Medical News
- 3 days ago, 2 Jul 20, 2:22pm -

Two new studies suggest that marijuana products improve physical and cognitive symptoms, boost quality of life, and rarely produce signs of problematic use. Medscape Medical News
- 3 days ago, 2 Jul 20, 2:02pm -