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Research examines interventions in treating African-Americans with substance abuse

New research out of the University of Cincinnati reveals a relatively rare look into the success of substance abuse treatment programs for African-Americans. Researchers report that self-motivation could be an important consideration ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Feb 19, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Research takes a new approach to identifying 'food deserts'

(Medical Xpress)—University of Cincinnati-led research takes a new direction in examining the availability of healthy foods for urban populations by examining the commuting patterns of its residents.

Health created Feb 15, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Panic attacks troubling, but treatable

Actress Amanda Seyfried says she undergoes therapy for them. They were a staple of the cable TV show "The Sopranos." And in probably the most high-profile occurrence of the past year, pro golfer Charlie Beljan ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Jan 28, 2013 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Chronic migraine headache relief possible with outpatient surgery

When medications fail to eradicate debilitating migraine headaches, surgery could provide relief for certain patients.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Jan 04, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Researcher moves closer to 'cell' control

UC College of Engineering and Applied Science chemical and materials engineering associate professor, Chia-Chi Ho, announces ability to sort and steer cells, opening doors to a potential future of steering ...

Medical research created Dec 11, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Researchers outline effective strategies to prevent teen depression and suicide

(Medical Xpress)—Untreated depression is one of the leading causes of teen suicide, and signs of depression can also be a warning that a teen is contemplating suicide. In an article published this week in the quarterly ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Nov 15, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

New study examines why some people are afraid to relax

(Medical Xpress)—Are you one of those people who can't sit still? A UC researcher develops a questionnaire to explore the physical, cognitive and social issues surrounding the anxiety related to kicking back a little.

Psychology & Psychiatry created Nov 14, 2012 | popularity 4 / 5 (2) | comments 1

Kicking the habit—New research examines the barriers to quitting smoking for smokers with asthma

(Medical Xpress)—A new University of Cincinnati study examines how anxiety sensitivity can thwart the efforts of smokers with asthma to quit smoking. This new direction of research from Alison McLeish, ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Nov 14, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Research explores relationship-building program for male same-sex couples

(Medical Xpress)—University of Cincinnati research is examining the effectiveness of a relationship education program that was created to specifically address the needs of male same-sex couples. Details on the program and ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Nov 14, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 3

Research suggests boys are more likely than girls to abuse over-the-counter drugs

As crackdowns get tougher on alcohol, tobacco sales, and illicit drugs, there's a growing trend among youth to turn to another source to get high: their parent's medicine cabinet. A new University of Cincinnati study suggests ...

Other created Oct 30, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

New study finds a common bond between school bullies and their targets: alcohol abuse

A new study out of the University of Cincinnati finds that both school bullies and their victims are likely to abuse alcohol after a bullying episode. Keith King, a University of Cincinnati professor of health promotion, ...

Addiction created Oct 30, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

New options for ease and accuracy in extraction of rare cells or separating blood

(Medical Xpress)—Using something called "inertial microfluidics," University of Cincinnati researchers are able to continuously and selectively collect rare cells, such as circulating tumor cells, based ...

Cancer created Oct 26, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Suicide attempts by poisoning found to be less likely around major holidays

A joint study by University of Cincinnati (UC) Department of Emergency Medicine and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center researchers has found that, in contrast to popular opinion, major holidays are associated ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Oct 12, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Advanced imaging pinpoints prostate cancer faster, more accurately

It took Wayne Wentzel 14 years, multiple tissue biopsies and travel to four hospitals across multiple states to identify the underlying source of his rising prostate specific antigen (PSA) level. He finally ...

Cancer created Oct 05, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 1

Judge weight and time worn to minimize backpack pain

(Medical Xpress)—As students of all ages load up their backpacks for the school year, they may be on their way to creating bad posture habits and increasing their risk for pain.

Health created Aug 31, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0