āTylenol in Pregnancy Tied to Behavior Problems in Childrenā
For the New York Timesā Well blog, Nicholas Bakalar reports on a new study, in JAMA Pediatrics, that found that using acetaminophen (Tylenol) during...
āThe Impact of Shift Work on Healthā
Medical News Today provides an overview of the research on the effects of shift work on the physical and mental well-being of employees. "Although...
Mediterranean Diet Improves Mental Health, Study Finds
A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and fish has repeatedly been found to improve mental health.
Staggering Levels of Health Spending in U.S.
From theĀ Center for Health Journalism: In 2015, the U.S. spent a staggering $3.2 trillion on health care.Ā This budget is often spent ineffectively; our spending...
Risks of Preterm Births for Developing Brains
-Nature explores our growing understanding about the risks of preterm births for the development of children's brains.
āSometimes It’s OK To Feel The Feels, Sweetheartā
āTell her how you really feel: Dr. Julie Holland is asking women to embrace their inner āmoody bitches."ā Ā Ā Dana Farrington at NPR discusses Hollandās...
Mental Illness Isn’t the Only Reason for Suicide
FromĀ The Age:Ā Most public discussion and media portrayals of suicide assume that suicide is solely the result of mental illness such as depression and anxiety....
How Your Germs Control Your Politics
In this podcast forĀ Cracked, Alex Schmidt and David Wong discuss how our fear of germs has shaped our politics, preferences, and personalities throughout history.
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āMisdiagnosed Bipolar: One Girl’s Struggleā
The San Jose Mercury News tells the story of Tessa Gallo, who was wrongly diagnosed with bipolar disorder in sixth-grade when she actually had...
Psychosis Diagnosis Linked With Lower Rates of Exercise
A new study finds that for those experiencing symptoms associated with psychosis, a low-level of physical activity is associated with receiving a diagnosis of a psychotic disorder.
The Wellness Epidemic
In this piece forĀ The Cut, Amy Larocca investigates various aspects of the wellness industry, including homeopathy, natural medicine, spiritual exercise classes, and meditation, exploring...
Researchers Develop New Model for Understanding Depression
Acknowledging that current depression treatments are failing many people, researchers from Michigan State and MIT have developed a new model for understanding how multiple psychological, biological, social and environmental factors contribute to depression.
Green Space in Childhood May Protect Against Adult Mental Health Issues
A new study suggests proximity to green space as a child is linked to lower rates of mental health issues in adulthood.
Exactly How Do Gut Microbes Shape Human Behavior?
-University College London researchers review the primary physiological mechanisms by which gut microbes can influence the human brain.
Are Drug Side Effects Driving Depression Rates?
A new study finds that more than a third of Americans are taking prescription drugs that can cause depressive symptoms as a side-effect.
Antidepressant Use May Increase Risk of Hip Fractures in Older Adults
Study finds antidepressant use is linked to increase in hip fractures in community-dwelling older adults with and without Alzheimerās disease.
Why the U.S. Spends More Than Other Nations on Health Care
FromĀ The New York Times: StudiesĀ point to a simple reason for the nation'sĀ rising expenditure on health care: the high cost of medical services and procedures.
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Living With Depression Under Capitalism
In this piece forĀ rs21, Kate Bradley writes about the depression she has experienced as a result of capitalism and societal oppression, and the way...
Psychologists Open a Window on Brutal C.I.A. Interrogations
FromĀ The New York Times: Two psychologists, Drs. John Bruce Jessen and James Mitchell, whoĀ played a role in developing C.I.A. interrogation techniques widely viewed as...
Disturbed Sleep Patterns May be Key to ADHD
FromĀ The Guardian: New research has linked symptoms of ADHD, such as struggling to concentrate, having too much energy, and being unable to control behavior,...
Antidepressants Increase Brain Bleed Risk
A study published in this monthās issue of Stroke found that antidepressants may increase the risk of microbleeds in the brain. Both SSRI and SNRI antidepressants can disrupt natural clotting mechanisms and lead to increased adverse bleeding incidents and prolonged bleeding times.
Study Explores Pain Assessment for Medically Complex, Nonverbal Children
To what extent are healthcare providers equipped to assess nuance in the experiences of pain among nonverbal children?
Why Stable Relationships Fight Trauma and Stress in Kids
FromĀ The Conversation: Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can cause toxic stress, impacting children's brain development and physical and mental health well into the future. Having...
Increasing Physical Activity in Schools May Improve Mental Health
A new article suggests integrating physical activity throughout the day may help to address the mental health of students.
Strep Infection and Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders
-CTV's W5 news program investigates the possible links some researchers are drawing between relatively common strep throat infections and the causing of neurological or psychiatric problems in children.
