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Mental HealthMeditation is for the Heart and Soul
High blood pressure reduced in black adolescents with transcendental meditation
Mental HealthSharing a Hookah Not Smart
Waterpipe tobacco usage has significant following among college students
Mental HealthCommanding R2D2 - With Your Mind
Stroke victims could use brain computer interface to control robotic assistive devices
Mental HealthDepression, Obesity May Worsen Sleep
Insomnia and daytime sleepiness may be worsened by obesity and depression
Mental HealthLiving in the Present with Cancer
Mindfulness therapy helps cancer patients ward off anxiety and depression
Mental HealthCognitive Benefits of Omega-3 Questioned
Omega 3 fatty acids have been reported to help keep memory sharp but a new review questions this idea
Mental HealthEarly Musical Training Helps Infants
Infants who participate in active music classes show improved communication skills
Mental HealthThe Role of Guilt in Depression
Major depressive disorder may be diagnosable with a brain scan
Mental HealthDoes Folic Acid Lower the Risk of Autism?
Autism risk is weakly linked to folic acid intake during pregnancy
Mental HealthFather's Love Shapes Personality
Anxiety and insecurity result from parental rejection
Mental HealthRun Smarter Not Harder
Interval training for runners can increase speed and improve overall body health
Mental HealthImmune System DNA Linked to Memory
Alzheimer's disease and memory declines with age were linked to immune system function
Mental HealthSleepless Nights From Munchies
Sleep deprivation may make it harder for people to choose the best foods to eat
Mental HealthLess Depression When Sleep Apnea Treated
Sleep apnea sufferers depression symptoms subside more with PAP treatment
Mental HealthSleep Apnea Treatment for Teens Matters
Sleep apnea in teens associated with social and emotional problems
Mental Health12 Steps to Freedom
Substance abuse can be costly over a lifetime but going to 12 step program can help keep people healthy
Mental HealthA Vicious Cycle of Sleepless Nights
Sleep deprivation may increase anxiety as seen in brain scans
Mental HealthAn Apple a Day to Keep Smoking Away?
Quitting smoking more likely among eaters of fruits and vegetables
Mental HealthAfraid of the Dark? You're Not Alone
Insomnia may be partly caused in some people by a fear of the dark
Mental HealthPredicting Another Bipolar Mood Event?
Bipolar disorder symptoms may relapse more often for people with more previous episodes
Mental HealthJunk Food Yummier After Poor Sleep
Sleep deprivation increases peoples brain activity response to unhealthy food
Mental HealthCoffee May Slow Progression to Dementia
Dementia was delayed for people with mild cognitive impairment who drank coffee
Mental HealthTherapy via Internet Connection
Depressive disorder can be treated by the appropriate therapy channel
Mental HealthA Bump On The Head: The Risk of PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder severity may be linked to mild concussions