Why is talk therapy so effective?
“Why Talk Therapy Works: Unveiling its Effectiveness” In the memoir, Group, a young law student ranked at the top of her class, but in her personal life struggled with…
What happens when people are extremely isolated?
Consequences of Extreme Isolation , Humans have evolved to survive and thrive as social creatures. Meaning, dynamic cooperation, and connection with others are fundamental to our existence as a…
People with chronic pain are more likely to have suicidal thoughts
The content of this article may trigger some. Reader discretion is advised. In the mid-1990s, model and actress Karen Duffy had a contract with Revlonplace of people magazine’s ranking of…
How to diagnose dementia
Diagnosing Dementia when family or friends suspect that a loved one has memory loss, an examination with a doctor can determine whether the patient has mild cognitive impairment due to…
Possible blood test for anxiety
A new blood test promises early detection of anxiety disorders, a blow against the old regime of simply interviewing patients, observing their behavior and making a diagnosis. The research team…
What is smartphone addiction and does it fuel mental health problems?
Smartphones are in pockets, bags, and for some people, under their pillows at night. Most Americans have a smartphone. About 95 percent of teenagers and the people below 50 they…
Psychedelic effects on the brain
Psychedelic drugs are all the rage among scientists. But not for the reasons you might think. From the early, rudimentary research on psychedelics in the 1950s and 1960s to today’s…
How parasocial relationships can benefit us
The Power of Parasocial Relationships: How They Can Benefit Us Our favorite TV characters may be fictional, but our feelings for them are real. So when a character dies or…
5 of the worst bad habits for your brain
5 Worst Bad Habits That Harm Your Brain Health , All those weeks of remote work caused by a pandemic, telehealthgrocery delivery and online shopping have changed many of…