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Psychology & Psychiatry

Socializing found to boost mood more than screen time

It turns out people might prefer social interactions over their smartphones, but that doesn't mean they're going to stop scrolling.

Sep 12, 2023

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Biomedical technology

Wearable, 3D printed tech could become physiotherapy tool

Stretchy and with built-in sensing capability, interactive surfaces that act like fabric are being developed by Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) Computer Science and Software Engineering Lecturer ...

Sep 12, 2023

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Psychology & Psychiatry

Researchers to probe brain mechanisms behind free will

Picture this scenario: You and a friend are walking around your neighborhood when you stop at a crosswalk. As you wait, the noises of the world and your internal thoughts all vie for your attention. Suddenly, you see a motorist ...

Aug 24, 2023

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Health

Largest US study of e-cigarettes shows their value as smoking cessation aid

E-cigarettes do have value as a smoking cessation aid, according to a new study just released by a team of MUSC Hollings Cancer Center researchers.

Aug 18, 2023

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Neuroscience

AI tool 'reads' brain tumors during surgery to help guide decisions

Scientists have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) tool capable of deciphering a brain tumor's genetic code in real time, during surgery—an advance they say could speed diagnosis and personalize patients' treatment.

Jul 15, 2023

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Medications

Study results prompt call for medicinal cannabis policy evaluation

A New Zealand study into the therapeutic benefits of cannabis has added to the growing body of evidence that it has positive effects on pain, sleeplessness and anxiety, researchers say.

May 29, 2023

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Health

Time-restricted eating can lower blood sugar levels, but may impact sleep and alertness

Time-restricted eating—a form of intermittent fasting and popular diet strategy—can lower glucose and hunger levels but may also leave people feeling less alert, according to a Colorado State University researcher.

May 4, 2023

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Medical research

Emulation of randomized clinical trials with nonrandomized database analyses

The complete findings of the RCT-DUPLICATE demonstration project are published today in JAMA.

Apr 26, 2023

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Psychology & Psychiatry

People with faceblindness aren't believed by their doctors—here's what needs to change

Imagine what life would be like if you couldn't recognize your own family and friends unless they told you who they were. Now imagine no one will believe you and that even your doctor dismisses you, saying everyone forgets ...

Mar 24, 2023

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