Conventional medicine can do amazing things, but despite recent changes in health care, medical treatments can still be expensive, and the side effects of many invasive treatments can be detrimental. It is small wonder then that many people are turni…
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The brain contains complex biochemical machinery. The proper operation of this machinery is at the heart of proper brain function. The breakdown of this machinery — and there are numerous ways in which this breakdown may occur — is among the majo…
- 1 day ago, 21 Oct 18, 2:00pm -

It has been a century since a Polish-American biochemist named Casimir Funk coined the word vitamine, and now, 100 years later, the 13 essential vitamins play an important role in the health of our bodies, including our brain health, at all stages of…
- 2 days ago, 21 Oct 18, 10:45am -

As he told it, Ron lived epic. As a youth, he befriended Calvin Coolidge Jr., the son of the president, became a full blood brother of the Pikuni tribe, and won a string of navy battles in the Atlantic and Pacific theaters respectively during World W…
- 2 days ago, 20 Oct 18, 6:00pm -

The reward mechanisms that control cravings are very similar to the ones in addiction. “We think that cravings for drugs and food (particularly so-called ‘hedonic foods’ that are high-fat, high-sugar) are very similar,” says Natalia Lawrence,…
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Psychologists have always understood the link between the brain and writing. Sigmund Freud was a prolific writer and believed that writing had the capacity to heal: “The creative writer does the same as the child at play. He creates a world of fant…
- 3 days ago, 19 Oct 18, 2:00pm -

Dr. Adele Diamond is currently a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair Professor of Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of British Columbia (a distinction she has held since 2004), is a fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, and has been na…
- 4 days ago, 18 Oct 18, 7:00pm -

If you’re like most people, you probably take pride in multitasking. You can simultaneously watch TV, check social media channels, text a friend, and listen to music. It may feel as if you’re getting a lot done, but research shows your brain has…
- 4 days ago, 18 Oct 18, 1:15pm -

Neuroscientist Tali Sharot has found through her research that when it comes to optimism, the way our mind approaches — and even tricks — us is a function of survival. In her book, "The Optimism Bias: A Tour of the Irrationally Positive Brain" […
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Novelty, by definition, is anything that is new to us, and the experience of novelty can take many forms: meeting a new friend, learning a new skill, buying a new outfit, listening to new music, or traveling to a new environment. Most mammals, especi…
- 5 days ago, 17 Oct 18, 1:00pm -

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.
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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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Using machine-learning technology, scientists may soon be able to accurately predict a diagnosis of depression by examining Facebook posts.
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Diabetes can severely impact a person's mental health. This may be why people with this condition are more at risk of death by suicide or due to alcohol.
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Stress is a biological response to demanding situations and a regular part of daily life. Stress becomes chronic when the body’s response goes on for a prolonged period. Chronic stress can have a range of health effects. Learn more about these effe…
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Can diet impact the effectiveness of treatment for bipolar disorder, particularly in the case of depressive episodes? A new study addresses this question.
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At the bottom of all negative personality traits, there is the same driving factor, some researchers argue. A new study explains what this 'dark core' is.
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Depression with psychosis, or psychotic depression, happens when someone with major depression also experiences psychosis. This is a serious mental health condition that needs medical attention and has a high risk of suicide. Find out the symptoms, t…
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Meclizine oral tablet is a prescription medication used to treat vertigo (a condition that causes you to feel like you or the room is spinning). Meclizine oral tablet is only available as a generic drug. It doesn’t have a brand-name version. Learn…
- 26 days ago, 27 Sep 18, 7:00am -

New research has found that the busier a person is, the more likely they are to make better, more healthful choices, including diet, exercise, and money.
- 26 days ago, 27 Sep 18, 6:00am -

Hugs, kisses, and other forms of affective touch have an important impact on our physical and psychological health. Read this Spotlight to find out more.
- 31 days ago, 21 Sep 18, 11:00am -

Researchers find that one treatment for atrial fibrillation effectively improves the symptoms of anxiety and depression linked with this condition.
- 33 days ago, 20 Sep 18, 3:00am -

(HealthDay)—For some college students in the United States, the 2016 presidential election triggered significant distress symptoms, a new survey suggests.
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Why do people stay in unsatisfying romantic relationships? A new study suggests it may be because they view leaving as bad for their partner.
- 11 hours ago, 22 Oct 18, 11:27am -

If you thought that proactively offering help to your co-workers was a good thing, think again. New workplace research from Michigan State University found that when it comes to offering your expertise, it's better to keep to yourself or wait until y…
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TU Wien and the Lower Austria Chamber of Labour have conducted a study into smartphone use. The lines between work time and free time are often blurred.
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Human beings make similar judgements of the trustworthiness and dominance of an unfamiliar speaker after hearing just a single word, new research shows, suggesting the old saying that 'first impressions count' might well be correct.
- 13 hours ago, 22 Oct 18, 9:27am -

Severely unsettled babies with sleeping, crying and feeding problems at the age of one are ten times more likely to have mental health problems during childhood, a new Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI) study has found.
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Grief can seem desolate for those in the thick of it who often feel unable to imagine a way out of their suffering. But, as time passes, the pain usually dampens or becomes more fleeting.
- 14 hours ago, 22 Oct 18, 9:00am -

A QUT journalism academic says the current freelancer-heavy market for media professionals could be preventing photographers and video journalists who report on traumatic news events from accessing the support they need.
- 14 hours ago, 22 Oct 18, 8:40am -

A multiyear clinical trial comparing medication and mental health counseling in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder shows that patients who chose their form of treatment—whether drugs or therapy—improved more than those who were simpl…
- 3 days ago, 19 Oct 18, 1:10pm -

Several herbal remedies have been studied as a treatment for anxiety, but more research is needed to understand the risks and benefits. Here's what we know—and don't know:
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Title: Xanax, Valium Tied to Higher Suicide Risk in COPD Patients With PTSDCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/16/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/17/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: It Just Doesn't Pay to Be Nice, Study FindsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/11/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/11/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Mental Health Problems Increase With Global Warming: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/9/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/10/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Tips for Enhancing the Spa ExperienceCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/8/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/8/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Sexual Assault Has Long-Term Mental, Physical ImpactCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/3/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/4/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Science Says 'Hug It Out'Category: Health NewsCreated: 10/3/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/4/2018 12:00:00 AM
- 19 days ago, 4 Oct 18, 3:00am -

Title: Health Tip: Spend Time Outside to Reduce Stress and AnxietyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/3/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/3/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Panic AttacksCategory: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 12/31/1997 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/2/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: 'Hangry' May Be More Than Just a State of MindCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/28/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Title: Genes May Control How Tough It Is to Stop DrinkingCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/25/2018 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/26/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Shame might be different from what you think it is. While you might define shame in the obvious ways — abuse, ostracism, rejection — it appears in much smaller, seemingly...
- 8 hours ago, 22 Oct 18, 2:53pm -

Trauma, especially for a child, can often be so overwhelming that it encourages the therapist to focus solely on the individual. Yet often, the individual lives within a family system...
- 1 day ago, 21 Oct 18, 2:52pm -

Imagine yourself driving in bumper-to-bumper traffic. You see someone driving up the shoulder of the road to try to get to the head of the line. What is your reaction...
- 2 days ago, 20 Oct 18, 2:51pm -

If the goal of child rearing is to help children develop into independent adults, it’s hard to imagine how that is possible if worry prevents them from doing the very...
- 3 days ago, 19 Oct 18, 2:50pm -

People today are lonely. Even though people are wired to connect with others, many do not have the friendships they need. In The Friendship Cure: Reconnecting in the Modern World,...
- 4 days ago, 18 Oct 18, 2:49pm -

It’s hard to imagine having someone’s life in your hands. It’s also hard to imagine what could possibly prepare a person for the emotional cost of such as endeavor as...
- 5 days ago, 17 Oct 18, 2:47pm -

Emotions, while ubiquitous across species and one of the most common topics of conversation, are still, it seems, misunderstood. Do emotions have biological roots and, if so, where? And how...
- 6 days ago, 16 Oct 18, 2:46pm -

Most of the important transitions in our lives are marked by rituals that affirm our new identities, including weddings, graduations, baby showers, and funerals. For insights and guidance on how...
- 7 days ago, 15 Oct 18, 2:45pm -

People catch colds because they were exposed to a virus or infection.   Some people get cancer because cells have begun endlessly dividing in their body. We get itchy because an...
- 8 days ago, 15 Oct 18, 10:00am -

In her new book, The Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation, Deb Dana offers a window into the inner life of a traumatized person and a way...
- 8 days ago, 14 Oct 18, 3:43pm -

Amphetamine abuse is a public health crisis but has been overshadowed by the focus on opioids. This study shows disturbing and dramatic trends in increased amphetamine-related hospitalizations. Medscape Medical News
- 6 hours ago, 22 Oct 18, 5:20pm -

Previous research has shown that people with mental illness utilize the emergency department more than those without mental illness. This study suggests nonclinical factors such as poverty also play a role. Medscape Medical News
- 12 hours ago, 22 Oct 18, 11:20am -

Does computerized CBT work when it is used alone? Dr Peter Yellowlees discusses promising results from a randomized clinical trial. Medscape Psychiatry
- 13 hours ago, 22 Oct 18, 9:30am -

Complementary use of yoga may help smokers improve cessation rates, although the benefits appear to last only as long as the treatment does, new research suggests. Medscape Medical News
- 14 hours ago, 22 Oct 18, 9:11am -

New epidemiologic studies suggest a causal relationship between the herpes virus and Alzheimer's, as the involvement of the immunology system in the disease becomes a 'hot' research topic. Medscape Medical News
- 3 days ago, 19 Oct 18, 5:22pm -