Long sleep duration is associated with an elevated prevalence of metabolic syndrome in older adults, according to a research abstract that will be… » »
Study links long sleep duration to an increased risk of metabolic syndrome in older adults
08 Jun 2010, 23:12 +04:00
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Traditionally, the most successful methods used to combat stage fright have been prescribed medications (beta blockers) and aerobic exercise. In the most recent issue… » »
PTSD may boost dementia risk in older vets
08 Jun 2010, 20:23 +04:00
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Older veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are nearly twice as likely to develop dementia as their peers without PTSD, according to research… » »
Antisocial and Borderline Personality Disorders
05 Jun 2010, 01:08 +04:00
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Antisocial Personality Disorder is characterized by a gross disregard for the rights of others, as well as probably frequent violations of others’ rights. These… » »
Key nutrient in maternal diet promises ‘dramatic’ improvements for people with Down syndrome
03 Jun 2010, 22:08 +04:00
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A nutrient found in egg yolks, liver and cauliflower taken by mothers during pregnancy and nursing may offer lifelong “dramatic” health benefits to people… » »
Adolescent brains biologically wired to engage in risky behavior, study finds
03 Jun 2010, 22:06 +04:00
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There are biological motivations behind the stereotypically poor decisions and risky behavior associated with adolescence, new research from a University of Texas at Austin… » »
New research indicates that if you have a mood disorder and you are also allergic to tree or ragweed pollen, your depression will likely… » »
Survey highlights major Canada-US differences in people in middle age
02 Jun 2010, 23:32 +04:00
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Middle-aged Canadians are much less worried about the future than their American counterparts, some of whom are close to panic, says an Alberta researcher… » »
Relationships Can Lower Substance Use in Young People
01 Jun 2010, 23:34 +04:00
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A new study of young people in the two years after high school finds that those in romantic relationships are less likely than their… » »
Americans prefer drugs for depression, survey finds
01 Jun 2010, 23:22 +04:00
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Americans prefer drugs to talk therapy for depression, with nearly 80 percent taking a pill for the condition, Consumer Reports said on Tuesday.
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