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Persistent Negative Attitude Can Undo Effectiveness of Exposure Therapy for Phobias
February 26, 2013 Because confronting fear won’t always make it go away, researchers suggest that people with phobias must alter memory-driven negative attitudes about feared objects or events to achieve a more ... > full story -
Texting Becoming a Pain in the Neck
February 26, 2013 Orthopedic surgeon, spine specialist says excessive leaning head forward and down, while looking at a phone or other mobile device could result in what some people call “text ... > full story -
PTSD Symptoms Common Among ICU Survivors
February 26, 2013 One in three people who survived stays in an intensive care unit and required use of a mechanical ventilator showed substantial post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms that lasted for up to two ... > full story -
New Clot Removal Devices Show Promise for Treating Stroke Patients
February 25, 2013 Specialists are treating patients with a new generation of blood clot removal devices that show promise in successfully revascularizing stroke patients, including those with large vessel blockages. ... > full story -
Higher Levels of Several Toxic Metals Found in Children With Autism
February 25, 2013 Researchers have found significantly higher levels of toxic metals in children with autism, compared to typical children. They hypothesize that reducing early exposure to toxic metals may help lessen ... > full story -
Doing Good Is Good for You: Volunteer Adolescents Enjoy Healthier Hearts
February 25, 2013 Giving back through volunteering is good for your heart, even at a young age, according to ... > full story -
BPA May Affect the Developing Brain by Disrupting Gene Regulation
February 25, 2013 Environmental exposure to bisphenol A (BPA), a widespread chemical found in plastics and resins, may suppress a gene vital to nerve cell function and to the development of the central nervous system, ... > full story -
Ultrasound Reveals Autism Risk at Birth, Study Finds
February 25, 2013 Low-birth-weight babies with a particular brain abnormality are at greater risk for autism, according to a new study that could provide doctors a signpost for early detection of the still poorly ... > full story -
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Pain from the Brain: Diseases Formerly Known as 'Hysterical' Illnesses
February 25, 2013 Psychogenic diseases, formerly known as "hysterical" illnesses, can have many severe symptoms such as painful cramps or paralysis, but without any physical explanation. However, new research suggests ... > full story -
Preventing Chronic Pain With Stress Management
February 25, 2013 For chronic pain sufferers, such as people who develop back pain after a car accident, avoiding the harmful effects of stress may be key to managing their condition. This is particularly important ... > full story
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