Psychology & Psychiatry
Protecting seniors from scammers
(HealthDay)—It seems as though every day brings warnings about phone and internet scammers, with older Americans being particularly vulnerable.
Jan 18, 2019
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Addressing vaccination myths during prenatal visits
During pregnancy, expectant parents spend countless hours sifting through online resources to make the "right" medical choices for their baby. In addition to decorating a nursery and playing baby shower games, pregnant women ...
Aug 15, 2018
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Oncology & Cancer
How doctors can bridge the cultural divide to reach Latina breast cancer patients
A new study shows language barriers and cultural differences disadvantage some patients, but it records no significant inequities in how doctors provide information.
Apr 11, 2017
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Autism spectrum disorders
Understanding social impairments in autism
Scientists at the Max Planck Institute of Psychiatry in Munich together with colleagues in Cologne and Zürich have used mathematical models to explain differences in social behaviour associated with autistic personality ...
Dec 21, 2015
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Health
India's abortion law puts women at risk and should be changed
Proposed amendments to India's abortion law are "contradictory" and need "urgent redrafting" to prevent women from making ill informed decisions and risking their lives with illegal terminations, writes a senior doctor in ...
Jun 25, 2015
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Burnt-out workers more likely to make irrational decisions
Employees who are suffering from burnout are more likely to make spontaneous and irrational decisions.
Jan 8, 2015
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Overweight & Obesity
Obesity drug failing patients due to lack of education about side-effects
A new study, published today in the Journal of Health Psychology, found that patients who gained weight 18 months after taking Orlistat attributed their weight-loss failure either to the side effects which have prevented ...
May 8, 2014
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Health
Low-calorie restaurant menus: Are they making us fat?
Depending on our food cravings, the number of items served, and even the time of day, ordering a meal at a restaurant often requires a "narrowing down" decision making process. According to a new study in the Journal of Consumer ...
Apr 15, 2014
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Oncology & Cancer
Reliable pretreatment information assists prostate cancer patients in decision-making
Men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer need to assimilate information rapidly in order to weigh the treatment options and make informed decisions. Although patients consult a variety of information sources, outcome ...
Mar 4, 2014
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Oncology & Cancer
Enhanced luminal breast tumor response to antiestrogen therapy
Breast cancer can be divided into 4 major subtypes using molecular and genetic information from the tumors. Each subtype is associated with different prognosis and should be taken into consideration when making treatment ...
Sep 3, 2013
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