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09/06/2018 / By Russel Davis

Most bullying teaches resilience: New research finds most kids “get over it” in a few years

A study published in JAMA Psychiatry has revealed that while children bullied during their pre-teen years may suffer from adverse mental conditions such as anxiety and depression, some children may well outgrow bullying and not endure the lasting negative effects of the abusive behavior. As part of the study, a team of researchers at the University College […]

08/05/2018 / By Russel Davis

Stress slows your reaction to danger, new study finds, increasing vulnerability

Suffering stressful events may compromise the body’s perception of new threats or danger, a study in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences has revealed. The study carried out by a team of researchers at the New York University challenges a long-held notion that stress keeps the body on high alert. The researchers have noted that while predicting potential […]

08/02/2018 / By Russel Davis

The science of socializing: We are made for face-to-face communication; research shows our brains synchronize during a conversation

Recent research published in the Scientific Reports journal reveals that the brain waves of two people may readily match each other once they take part in a conversation. According to researchers at the Basque Centre on Cognition, Brain, and Language (BCBL), even normal everyday conversations may spur the brain waves of each speaker to work in unison. […]

08/01/2018 / By Russel Davis

Longevity study: Keep moving and keep learning if you want to live longer

A recent study published in Nature Communications has revealed that staying in shape and continuously learning new things may well extend a person’s lifespan. A team of researchers at the University of Edinburgh pooled data from more than 600,000 people, such as records of their parents’ lifespan, as part of the study. The research team was able to identify certain […]

07/27/2018 / By Russel Davis

New research finds a link between stress hormones and epilepsy

A study published online in the journal Stress has unveiled a connection between stress and the onset of psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES), a condition characterized by spasms similar to epileptic seizures. According to scientists, PNES resemble epileptic seizures with symptoms including tossing of the head that can last for about a few minutes. Health experts note that […]

07/11/2018 / By Russel Davis

Improving blood flow to fight disease: Whole-body vibration therapy found to increase blood and oxygen delivery

A meta-analysis published in the African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines revealed that whole-body vibration exercise (WBVE) may significantly improve blood flow kinetics and boost oxygen delivery across the body, making it a viable treatment for a variety of degenerative diseases. The researchers pooled data from up to seven clinical trials and studies as part of the meta-analysis. […]

06/23/2018 / By Russel Davis

The health consequences of divorce: Research finds children are at elevated risk of multiple disorders

Divorce not only affects couples, but also wreaks havoc on their children’s health. A team of Spanish researchers have designed and developed a cross-sectional study of families in order to determine the effects of divorce on pediatric patients. The study had a total cohort population of 467 boys, girls and teenagers aged between two and 18 years. The […]

05/30/2018 / By Russel Davis

Alternatives for opioids: Does Integrative Medicine hold the answers for non-addictive pain treatment?

A meta-analysis published online in the Anesthesia & Analgesia journal shows that integrative medicine treatments — such as yoga, acupuncture and mindfulness meditation as well as relaxation techniques and massage therapy — show preliminary efficacy in pain management. A team of researchers at the Harvard Medical School reviewed up to 32 studies as part of the review. The experts observed that […]

05/29/2018 / By Russel Davis

Clean your kitchen to avoid overeating: Cluttered kitchens found to encourage snacking

A study carried out by researchers at Cornell University revealed that being in a cluttered kitchen and feeling out of control might be detrimental to body weight. According to experts, people who stay in a messy and chaotic environment tend to consume extra calories and pile on more pounds. The research team enrolled 98 female participants as part of […]

02/05/2018 / By Russel Davis

Understanding what causes brain fog and how to treat it

The scientific community defined cognitive dysfunction, more commonly known as brain fog, as a mental condition characterized by bouts of confusion or reduced levels of clarity. The disorder was known to affect both men and women across all age groups. In fact, data from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) showed that between three percent and 42 percent of U.S. adults age 65 years and […]

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