Saturday, November 7, 2009

psychology

New Smells 'Etched' in Brain: Study

Findings might play a role in boosting memories -- or forgetting them, researchers say more >>

Chronically Depressed? What to Do When Antidepressants Don't Work

The range of options includes cognitive behavioral therapy and brain stimulation techniques like ECT. more >>

Can a Bad Boss Make You Sick?

Study ties poor supervisors to higher odds for heart attack more >>

Depression May Blur Memory of Aches and Pains

Expert suggests having people write down symptoms as they occur more >>

Switch to 'Light' Cigarettes Makes Quitting Tougher

Smokers may mistakenly believe they're 'healthier,' researchers say more >>

Nicotine Patch Plus Lozenge Best for Quitting Smoking

This combo wins out in first head-to-head study of various smoking-cessation aids more >>

Health Tip: Possible Triggers for Pica

Causes cravings to eat things that aren't food more >>

Surgery, Illness Not Linked to Mental Decline in Seniors

New findings contradict previous reports of increased risks of dementia more >>

Scientist Throws Curve Into Breaking-Ball Debate

Contends curveballs are an illusion; ridiculous, says former star major league pitcher more >>

Health Tip: Managing Your Emotions

Suggestions to help understand and express your feelings more >>

Parental Alienation: A Mental Diagnosis?

Some experts say the extreme hatred some kids feel toward a parent in a divorce is a mental illness. more >>

Psychotherapy Beats Light Treatment for SAD

Study finds it easier, more effective therapy for seasonal affective disorder more >>

After Age 55, Workplace Stress Seems to Decline

Changing priorities may play a role, but expert urges employers to take heed more >>

Meditation May Reduce Stress in Breast Cancer Patients

Women report improved emotional and mental health in study more >>

Phone Counseling for Depression Rings With Promise

Talk sessions plus psychotherapy offer most benefit, study finds more >>

Depression Often Goes Untreated in Working Moms

Health insurance, employee assistance could help mothers get treatment, researchers say more >>

Exposure to Holocaust May Have Raised Cancer Risks

Survivors offer clues to the impact of severe physical, psychosocial suffering, researchers say more >>

Bladder Problems May Often Be Related to Mental Health

Sexual trauma also associated with women's urinary tract symptoms, survey finds more >>

Are 10 Popular Beliefs True or False? You Voted, We Answer

You weighed in on 10 cherished notions. Here's the truth, along with the facts behind it. more >>

Post-Traumatic Stress May Raise Death Risks

Veterans with disorder more likely to die within a year of major surgery, study finds more >>

For a Healthier Retirement, Work a Little

Part-time or temporary work can stave off disease and decline, study finds more >>

Suicidal Thoughts May Vary by Antidepressant

Men face higher risk when taking nortriptyline than escitalopram, study finds more >>

Brain Yields Up Clues to Language

Scientists track neural activity as participants utter words more >>

Green Spaces Boost the Body and the Mind

Study finds measurable health benefits for those with easy access to nature more >>

If You Want Help From a Chimp, You'll Have to Ask

Animal research sheds light on the evolution of altruism more >>

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