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Health - November 20, 2009
Online and text messages might be more helpful than therapy for some, researchers suggest
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Parental Monitoring Can Curb Teen Marijuana Use
Health - November 19, 2009
Those who keep an eye on their kids help stave off unwanted behavior, study says
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Empathy and Stress Levels May be Coded Into Our Genes
Science - November 18, 2009
A genetic variation seems to be behind our capacity for empathy, and how we react to stress.
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Obesity Rolling Back Gains in Heart Health
Health - November 17, 2009
Studies show risk factors rising among children and adults, with many denying they have a problem
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Could Plastics Chemicals 'Feminize' Boys' Play?
Health - November 17, 2009
Small study suggests a link, but others question a connection
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'Fearless' 3-Year-Olds Might Be Tomorrow's Criminals
Health - November 17, 2009
20-year study finds adults with records were more likely as tots to not be afraid
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Study Touts Success With 'Female Viagra' Drug
Health - November 16, 2009
Sexual desire improves in women taking flibanserin, expert says
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'Love Hormone' May Trigger Jealousy, Too
Health - November 15, 2009
Oxytocin could be inappropriate for use with autism, expert cautions
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Many Kids Feel Threatened in the Classroom
Health - November 13, 2009
Intimidation often takes place during the school day, survey finds
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What's for Dinner? Brain Chemical Helps People Decide
Health - November 12, 2009
Study deciphers the role dopamine plays in day-to-day actions
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Progress in Stamping Out Smoking Has Stalled
Health - November 12, 2009
1 in 5 Americans still smoke, CDC says, and numbers haven't moved in last 5 years
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Boys' Team Sports May Encourage Bad Behavior
Health - November 11, 2009
Male high school athletes more likely to drink and fight than females, study finds
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Modern Wars, Modern Ills
Health - November 11, 2009
The conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq are placing unprecedented pressures on today's soldiers, experts say
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Acceptance of Chronic Illness Helps People Move On
Health - November 10, 2009
Hoping for recovery may actually prevent happiness, researchers say
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Good Posture May Inspire Confidence
Health - November 8, 2009
Straight-back, chest-out position promotes self-assurance, research finds
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Bad-Behaving Teens May Be Living Up to Expectations
Health - November 7, 2009
Parents should not assume that all youth will rebel, expert says
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Chronically Depressed? What to Do When Antidepressants Don't Work
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Sarah Baldauf
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Health - November 6, 2009
The range of options includes cognitive behavioral therapy and brain stimulation techniques like ECT.
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First Impressions Count When Making Personality Judgments
Science - November 6, 2009
In a controlled study, observers accurately judged personality traits based on appearance.
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School Violence Drops With Federal Program
Health - November 5, 2009
Participating districts report safer campuses and communities
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Folate Levels in Pregnancy Tied to ADHD in Offspring
Health - November 3, 2009
Prenatal nutrition seems to affect child's nervous system, brain growth, researchers say
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Depression May Blur Memory of Aches and Pains
Health - November 3, 2009
Expert suggests having people write down symptoms as they occur
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Switch to 'Light' Cigarettes Makes Quitting Tougher
Health - November 3, 2009
Smokers may mistakenly believe they're 'healthier,' researchers say
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Health Tip: Managing Your Emotions
Health - October 30, 2009
Suggestions to help understand and express your feelings
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When Clocks Change, Body May Need Time to Adjust
Health - October 30, 2009
Sleep expert offers tips for those thrown off schedule by Daylight Saving Time
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