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Religious, Spiritual Support Benefits Men and Women Facing Chronic Illness, Study Finds
October 26, 2011 Individuals who practice religion and spirituality report better physical and mental health than those who do not. To better understand this relationship and how spirituality/religion can be used for ... > full story -
Why Does Explaining Why a Cupcake Is Delicious Make Us Love It Less?
October 21, 2011 When consumers share their thoughts about products or experiences, their opinions can intensify, according to a new study. But it depends on whether they're talking about something sensory or ... > full story -
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Single Dose of 'Magic Mushrooms' Hallucinogen May Create Lasting Personality Change, Study Suggests
September 29, 2011 A single high dose of the hallucinogen psilocybin, the active ingredient in so-called "magic mushrooms," was enough to bring about a measurable personality change lasting at least a year in nearly 60 ... > full story -
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New Online Learning Module Gives Children of Domestic Violence a Voice
September 27, 2011 Over half of the residents of battered women's shelters in the United States are children, according to statistics. Now, a new, innovative online training program aims to elevate children's voices, ... > full story -
Science and Religion Do Mix? Only 15 Percent of Scientists at Major Research Universities See Religion and Science Always in Conflict
September 21, 2011 Throughout history, science and religion have appeared as being in perpetual conflict, but a new study suggests that only a minority of scientists at major research universities see religion and ... > full story -
Intuitive Thinking May Influence Belief in God
September 20, 2011 Intuition may lead people toward a belief in the divine and help explain why some people have more faith in God than others, according to new ... > full story -
Social Contacts, Self-Confidence Crucial to Successful Recovery Through Alcoholics Anonymous, Study Finds
September 12, 2011 Among the many ways that participation in Alcoholics Anonymous helps its members stay sober, two appear to be most important -- spending more time with individuals who support efforts towards ... > full story -
Withdrawing Life Support for Traumatic Brain Injuries Needs Cautious Approach, Study Finds
August 29, 2011 Death following severe traumatic brain injury is associated with a highly variable incidence of withdrawal of life support at the end of life, finds a new study. Rates of withdrawal of life support ... > full story -
Patients in a Minimally Conscious State Remain Capable of Dreaming During Their Sleep
August 15, 2011 Researchers compared the sleep of "vegetative" patients and minimally conscious state patients. The results of their study demonstrate once again the necessity of an adapted and specific medical care ... > full story -
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Religious Beliefs Shape Health Care Attitudes Among US Muslims, Report Suggests
August 12, 2011 The perceived role of God in illness and recovery is a primary influence upon the health care beliefs and behaviors of American Muslims, a first-of-its-kind study has ... > full story
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