Quit smoking for new year, and feel less anxious, not more
(Medical Xpress)—Researchers have found that smokers who successfully quit feel less anxious afterwards - despite a widely held belief that smoking relieves stress and giving up makes you feel more on edge.
Psychology & Psychiatry
Jan 03, 2013 |
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College women who act impulsively when distressed are at risk for alcohol problems
An increasing number of women entering young adulthood engage in heavy drinking behavior, placing them at risk of developing alcohol use disorders (AUDs) as well as other negative consequences such as sexual assault and physical ...
Addiction
Nov 08, 2012 |
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The latest exercise trend: "Get Fit in 60 Seconds" researchers publish user-friendly how-to guide
The team behind the recent "Get Fit in 60 Seconds" headlines have taken their research out of the lab and put it into a user-friendly, how-to guide.
Health
Oct 17, 2012 |
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South Asian people like to exercise in social groups, study finds
(Medical Xpress)—A study by Stirling's Dr Ruth Jepson has determined that South Asian people in the UK will be more likely to exercise if it can be done as part of a group and has a social element.
Health
Oct 11, 2012 |
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Eye-tracking test could facilitate earlier Alzheimer's diagnoses
With the steady increase in the life expectancy of Europe's population, researchers estimate that the number of people affected by age-related diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease, will increase dramatically in the next ...
Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Sep 18, 2012 |
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Exercise may affect food motivation: study
It is commonly assumed that you can "work up an appetite" with a vigorous workout. Turns out that theory may not be completely accurate – at least immediately following exercise.
Health
Sep 12, 2012 |
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Review: Altruism's influence on parental decision to vaccinate children is unclear
As outbreaks of preventable diseases such as whooping cough and measles increase in the United States, researchers from the Regenstrief Institute and Indiana University School of Medicine are investigating whether altruism, ...
Pediatrics
Sep 11, 2012 |
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Study: Self-motivation superior to pleasing others in battle to maintain healthy weight
(Medical Xpress)—Middle-aged women who are self-motivated to eat healthily have a lower body mass index (BMI) than those who do so in order to keep others happy, new University of Otago research suggests.
Overweight and Obesity
Sep 10, 2012 |
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Fear and driving opportunity motivated changes in driving behavior after 9/11
such as a terrorist attack, a natural disaster, or market collapse – often strikes twice. There is the damage caused by the event itself, as lives are lost or left in ruin. But there is also the second act, catalyzed by ...
Psychology & Psychiatry
Aug 31, 2012 |
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Thinking about giving, not receiving, motivates people to help others
(Medical Xpress) -- We’re often told to ‘count our blessings’ and be grateful for what we have. And research shows that doing so makes us happier. But will it actually change our behavior towards others?
Psychology & Psychiatry
Aug 10, 2012 |
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Telephone therapy technique brings more Iraq and Afghanistan veterans into mental health treatment
A brief therapeutic intervention called motivational interviewing, administered over the telephone, was significantly more effective than a simple "check-in" call in getting Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans with mental health ...
Psychology & Psychiatry
Jul 26, 2012 |
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Kohler motivation effect: 'Weakest links' show greatest gains in relay races
The inferior members of swimming or running relay teams – those athletes who fared poorest in individual races – showed the greatest gains when performing as part of a team, and those gains were even greater during ...
Psychology & Psychiatry
Jul 24, 2012 |
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Buying life experiences to impress others removes happiness boost
Spending money on activities and events, such as concert tickets or exotic vacations, won't make you happier if you're doing it to impress others, according to findings published in the Journal of Happiness Studies.
Psychology & Psychiatry
Jun 18, 2012 |
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Investigation questions motives behind post-marketing studies
An investigation published by the BMJ today raises concern about the motives behind post-marketing studies of new treatments for diabetes and calls for better regulation to ensure "a proper balance" between the commercial and cl ...
Medications
Jun 12, 2012 |
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Australia defiant on WTO cigarette challenge
Australia said Friday it would "vigorously defend" itself against complaints about its plan for plain cigarette packaging made by Honduras and Ukraine to the World Trade Organisation.
Health
May 25, 2012 |
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