Intermittent fasting seems an effective way to improve long term memory retention and generate new nerve cells in adult mice, according to a study from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience at King's College London.
“The repetition itself becomes the important thing; it’s a form of mesmerism,” Haruki Murakami reflected on the power of a daily routine. “Rhythm is one of the most powerful of pl…
Research shows that changing the name could help reduce the stigma of mental illness
Even many people eligible for a health savings account who have extra cash to contribute to one don't do it. Therapists say that's partly because nobody wants to admit they will get old or sick.
Learning about the nutritional value of food is not enough to achieve weight loss.
People who have had head injuries may experience depression and anxiety, poor impulse control, verbal or physical outbursts, lack of empathy, general apathy or a tendency toward risky behavior.
People with diabetes often face a less talked-about side effect of their disease: stigma.
New research with military members who suffered blast injuries indicates the possibility.
Parenting expert, Michele Borba, offers proven tips based on positive psychology to enhance children's optimism, self-esteem and positive attitude.
The Mowasah Reconstructive Hospital offers free facial reconstruction services to those injured by the conflict.
Where are the discussions about applying proven behavior change models or the principles of adult learning and health literacy?Patient engagement continu
Researchers are starting to explain the anxiety many victims feel.
The study, conducted on 74 patients by a cosmetic dermatologist and a college psychiatry professor, will appear in a forthcoming issue of the Journal of Psychiatric Research.
Fitness has a mental component, in addition to physical challenges. Even if you're in great shape, you can encounter intellectual obstacles that can decrease your motivation and stifle your performance.
Everything physical therapists need to know about motivating employees.
With the latest developments, psychiatry can no longer be viewed strictly as a social science or the handmaiden of medicine.
If you’ve ever had a week-long vacation that felt like it only lasted a couple days, it’s probably because you did a little too much planning and not enough living in the moment.
Anxious for that big meeting or family gathering? You may want to prep with a cup of yogurt: A promising new study in Psychiatry Research has found that people who eat more fermented foods, including yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kombucha, miso, and kimchi, have fewer social anxiety symptoms.