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Extra virgin olive oil staves off memory issues
June 21, 2017, USA TODAY
Extra-virgin olive oil may protect against memory loss and reduce conditions associated with Alzheimer's.
RSS FeedRefugees struggle with mental illness, suicide attempts increase
June 20, 2017, NPRAid groups say that as hope of resettlement dims for many refugees, mental illness is on the rise.
Handling workplace biases
June 20, 2017, Huffington PostPositive psychology can help companies promote positive workplace cultures.
Childhood brain injury tied to adult anxiety, depression
June 17, 2017, The Washington PostA study says psychological disorders may show up years after a blow to the head.
For some, the best therapy can be stroking a velvety nose
June 16, 2017, The Washington PostVeterans struggling with post-traumatic stress find that a horse can relate.
Understanding why loneliness exists can help ease it
June 15, 2017, The Christian Science MonitorNew research that examines the vicious circle of social isolation also points to the evolutionary origins of loneliness, and a way for people to escape it.
Social interaction is critical for mental and physical health
June 12, 2017, The New York TimesPeople who have close social ties have fewer health problems and live longer.
Why we should say someone is a 'person with an addiction,' not an addict
June 11, 2017, NPRIt matters how addiction and dependence are described.
Childhood brain injury tied to adult anxiety, depression
June 9, 2017, Huffington PostIn a small study, kids with traumatic brain injuries were more likely to have an anxiety disorder than those without brain injuries.
Brain scans may help predict autism in high-risk infants
June 8, 2017, NBC NewsA new kind of brain scan may be able to predict when a baby as young as 6 months old will develop autism.
Even moderate drinking might be bad for aging brains
June 7, 2017, USA TODAYModerate drinkers were more likely to develop worrisome brain changes that might signal eventual memory loss.
Doctor depression, suicide slowly coming out of shadows
June 6, 2017, Chicago TribuneThe medical profession has a higher-than-average suicide rate but is one in which admitting to mental health struggles can carry a stigma.
Implicit bias: Is everyone racist?
June 5, 2017, BBC NewsFew people openly admit to holding racist beliefs but many psychologists claim most of us are nonetheless unintentionally racist.
Going to church might be good for your health
June 3, 2017, TodayA recent study shows that people who attend worship services may reduce their mortality risk by 55 percent.