Psychology & Psychiatry
A new view of the world
New research out of Queen's University has shed light on how exercise and relaxation activities like yoga can positively impact people with social anxiety disorders.
Jul 17, 2014
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News tagged with relaxation
Medical research
Men's hot flashes: Hypnotic relaxation may ease the discomfort men don't talk about
Men who experience hot flashes are unlikely to talk much about it, but they may find relief from their silent suffering if they are willing to try an unusual treatment, according to findings from a Baylor University case ...
Jul 10, 2014
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Health
Prescription drugs play an increased role in traffic deaths
As states across the country explore the relaxation of marijuana laws, the changes have sparked widespread debate about the actions' impact on public safety. According to a West Virginia University School of Public Health ...
May 22, 2014
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Oncology & Cancer
Cognitive behavioral or relaxation training helps women reduce distress during breast cancer treatment
Can psychological intervention help women adapt to the stresses of breast cancer? It appears that a brief, five-week psychological intervention can have beneficial effects for women who are dealing with the stresses of breast ...
May 16, 2014
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Medical students find mind-body regulation training helpful
(HealthDay)—A practical approach may be used to offer mind-body regulation training to medical students, according to research published in the Fall issue of the Annals of Behavioral Science and Medical Education.
Dec 8, 2013
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Neuroscience
Online time can hobble brain's important work
While you are browsing online, you could be squandering memories – or losing important information.
Sep 23, 2013
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Psychology & Psychiatry
No lotus position needed: Neuroscience pushes meditation into the mainstream
When the Rev. Ron Moor began meditating 30 years ago, he did so in secret. "When I started, meditation was a dirty word," said Moor, pastor of Spirit United Church in Minneapolis. "(Evangelist) Jimmy Swaggart called it 'the ...
Sep 5, 2013
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Health
Sexual health for postmenopausal women improved by hypnotic relaxation therapy, study shows
Hypnotic relaxation therapy improves sexual health in postmenopausal women who have moderate to severe hot flashes, according to Baylor University researchers who presented their findings at the American Psychological Association's ...
Aug 15, 2013
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Pediatrics
Surge in children accidentally eating marijuana-laced foods
A new study shows the relaxation of marijuana laws in Colorado has caused a significant spike in the number of young children treated for accidentally eating marijuana-laced cookies, candies, brownies and beverages.
May 27, 2013
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Attention deficit disorders
New parenting program benefits ADHD children
A new program for treating the emotional health of mothers of children with ADHD has shown significant benefits for the children themselves, finds a new study by University of Maryland researchers. The program combines treatment ...
May 24, 2013
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