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How to harness your anxiety
October 16, 2018, The New York Times
Research shows that anxiety can be used as a resource.
RSS FeedAbuse of women in European parliaments widespread
October 16, 2018, CNNSexism, harassment and violence against women are widespread in European parliaments, according to a study published Tuesday.
The link between chronic pain and mental health
October 15, 2018, BustleProfessionals agree that pain and mental health are deeply intertwined and need to be treated together.
Facebook posts may point to depression
October 15, 2018, NBC NewsA new study shows the words people use in their Facebook posts may indicate whether they have depression.
As U.S. suicide rates rise, Hispanics show relative immunity
October 15, 2018, NBC NewsSupport from family and community appear to shield Latinos from rising suicide rates, researchers say.
Social media may reduce depression risk for older people with pain
October 10, 2018, ReutersOnline socializing may weaken the tie between pain and depression for older people.
Teens are being bullied ‘constantly’ on Instagram
October 10, 2018, The AtlanticHarassment on the platform can be uniquely cruel, and for many it feels like there’s no escape.
Noise: The other pollution hurting our health
October 9, 2018, CNNChildren's cognition can be affected by plane noise.
What does childhood anxiety look like?
October 9, 2018, The Washington PostAnxiety in children often presents as a constellation of negative behaviors.
Lingering illnesses can trouble women for years after assault
October 6, 2018, The Washington PostWomen can experience lingering health problems years after workplace sexual harassment or sexual assault, a new study finds.
Young Americans say online bullying a serious problem
October 4, 2018, The Washington PostTeens and young adults say cyberbullying is a serious problem, but most don’t think they’ll be the ones targeted.
Iceland's answer to gender equality
October 4, 2018, NBC NewsBoys put on nail polish and play with gender-neutral dolls, while girls are taught to be more courageous and self-confident.
Sexual assault and harassment may have lasting health repercussions for women
October 3, 2018, NPRStudy shows that an experience of sexual assault is associated with anxiety, depression and poor sleep.
Cannabis 'more harmful than alcohol' for teen brains
October 3, 2018, BBC NewsCanadian study suggests teenagers using cannabis are causing long-lasting damage to their developing brains.
Why parents and doctors are so worried about 'Juuling'
October 3, 2018, TodayThe FDA is calling teen vaping an 'epidemic' and is considering a ban on all flavored e-cigarettes.
Hugs really do make you feel better
October 3, 2018, CNNStudy shows hugging helps people feel better after some kind of negative event during their day.
Alzheimer's studies focus on prevention in healthy elderly
October 2, 2018, Fox NewsThe goal is to block the earliest steps of plaque formation in healthy people who show no dementia symptoms but are at risk.
The confidence gap for girls
October 1, 2018, The New York TimesBetween the ages of 8 and 14, girls’ confidence levels fall by 30 percent.