Health
Uncovering the mind-body connection of touch
Humans are born with the language of touch, and physical connection is essential to our development, growth and survival throughout life.
Dec 9, 2020
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Neuroscience
Stereotypes prejudice our musical tastes
Music prompts strong emotional responses. But it turns out it's not just the sound, or even the lyrics, that control the emotions we experience.
Nov 19, 2020
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Researchers find evidence of pandemic fatigue
A new study from the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology shows that the behavioral responses to COVID-19 differed by age. The research, led by Jung Ki Kim, research associate professor at the USC Leonard Davis School, ...
Nov 11, 2020
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
US hoping for two COVID-19 vaccines by end of November
Two American companies expect to apply for emergency approval for their COVID-19 vaccines by late November, welcome news as the US crossed eight million confirmed cases amid a third surge of its coronavirus epidemic.
Oct 16, 2020
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Why is Spain once again on the frontline of the pandemic?
Despite having imposed draconian coronavirus lockdown and making the use of face masks in public mandatory, Spain is once again a world hotspot for the COVID-19 pandemic.
Aug 21, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
The loneliness of social isolation can affect your brain and raise dementia risk in older adults
Physical pain is unpleasant, yet it's vital for survival because it's a warning that your body is in danger. It tells you to take your hand off a hot burner or to see a doctor about discomfort in your chest. Pain reminds ...
Aug 4, 2020
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Here's what we know so far about the long-term symptoms of COVID-19
We're now all too familiar with the common symptoms of COVID-19: a fever, dry cough, and fatigue. Some people also experience aches and pains, a sore throat, and loss of taste or smell.
Jul 27, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Emphasizing severity of COVID-19 important for teen behaviors
(HealthDay)—For adolescents, understanding the severity of COVID-19 and valuing social responsibility are associated with acting in socially responsible ways, including more social distancing and disinfecting, according ...
Jul 13, 2020
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Q&A: Should we worry about airborne coronavirus?
This week, more than 200 scientists from more than 30 countries signed an open letter published in the journal Clinical Infectious Diseases calling for the World Health Organization to provide guidance on aerosol transmission ...
Jul 13, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
You could use a hug. Here are some safe options
Lying in a fetal position next to my laptop on a lazy Saturday afternoon, a soothing voice wafts over Zoom and asks me if my body parts are "saying anything."
Jun 30, 2020
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