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New study reveals high rates of missed GP appointments among patients with ADHD

New study reveals high rates of missed GP appointments among patients with ADHD

byUniversity of AberdeenCredit: Tima Miroshnichenko from PexelsPatients with ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder) are 60% to 90% more likely to miss appointments with their doctors, c

New study reveals high rates of missed GP appointments among patients with ADHD

byUniversity of AberdeenCredit: Tima Miroshnichenko from PexelsPatients with ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder) are 60% to 90% more likely to miss appointments with their doctors, c
Beyond algorithms: The role of human empathy in AI-enhanced therapy

Beyond algorithms: The role of human empathy in AI-enhanced therapy

byHebrew University of JerusalemAn illustration of different patients’ possible needs and their possible benefit from AI intervention or a human connection in therapy. AI: artificial intelligenc

Beyond algorithms: The role of human empathy in AI-enhanced therapy

byHebrew University of JerusalemAn illustration of different patients’ possible needs and their possible benefit from AI intervention or a human connection in therapy. AI: artificial intelligenc
Nearly half of mothers report birth trauma and barriers to mental health aid, especially for diverse populations

Nearly half of mothers report birth trauma and barriers to mental health aid, especially for diverse populations

by Ryan Huff,University of Colorado DenverCredit: SHVETS production from PexelsWith 23 Grand Slam singles titles to her name, Serena Williams is among the greatest tennis players of all-time. It

Nearly half of mothers report birth trauma and barriers to mental health aid, especially for diverse populations

by Ryan Huff,University of Colorado DenverCredit: SHVETS production from PexelsWith 23 Grand Slam singles titles to her name, Serena Williams is among the greatest tennis players of all-time. It
Electronic nudge for flu vaccination does not improve clinical outcomes

Electronic nudge for flu vaccination does not improve clinical outcomes

by Elana GotkineElectronic letters incorporating cardiovascular (CV) gain framing and repeated messaging, which increase influenza vaccination, do not translate into improvement in clinical outcomes,

Electronic nudge for flu vaccination does not improve clinical outcomes

by Elana GotkineElectronic letters incorporating cardiovascular (CV) gain framing and repeated messaging, which increase influenza vaccination, do not translate into improvement in clinical outcomes,
Bright light exposure tied to sleep regularity and reduced depression symptoms

Bright light exposure tied to sleep regularity and reduced depression symptoms

by Harvard GazetteCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhy might more time in the sun boost a person's mood? A new study led by investigators at Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women's Hospital su

Bright light exposure tied to sleep regularity and reduced depression symptoms

by Harvard GazetteCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhy might more time in the sun boost a person's mood? A new study led by investigators at Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women's Hospital su
Survey finds loneliness epidemic runs deep among parents

Survey finds loneliness epidemic runs deep among parents

byOhio State University Medical CenterIt can be difficult to understand how busy parents often feel lonely. But a new survey by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center finds it is a wide

Survey finds loneliness epidemic runs deep among parents

byOhio State University Medical CenterIt can be difficult to understand how busy parents often feel lonely. But a new survey by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center finds it is a wide
Self-compassion could help endometriosis sufferers

Self-compassion could help endometriosis sufferers

by University of CanterburyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research shows endometriosis sufferers in New Zealand are likely to show some improvement in quality of life if they practice self

Self-compassion could help endometriosis sufferers

by University of CanterburyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research shows endometriosis sufferers in New Zealand are likely to show some improvement in quality of life if they practice self
Cultivating spirituality can lower blood pressure

Cultivating spirituality can lower blood pressure

byAmerican College of CardiologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainPeople with high blood pressure saw their systolic blood pressure drop by 7 mmHg, on average, and experienced improvements in other marke

Cultivating spirituality can lower blood pressure

byAmerican College of CardiologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainPeople with high blood pressure saw their systolic blood pressure drop by 7 mmHg, on average, and experienced improvements in other marke
Large study finds children with skin diseases suffer stigma, bullying and depression

Large study finds children with skin diseases suffer stigma, bullying and depression

byNorthwestern UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe majority of children and teens with chronic skin diseases such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, alopecia areata (hair loss) and vitiligo

Large study finds children with skin diseases suffer stigma, bullying and depression

byNorthwestern UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe majority of children and teens with chronic skin diseases such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, alopecia areata (hair loss) and vitiligo
Trauma-adapted yoga in forensic psychiatric care is feasible and yields positive effects, finds study

Trauma-adapted yoga in forensic psychiatric care is feasible and yields positive effects, finds study

by University WestScores for the Brief Symptom Inventory domains of anxiety, hostility, interpersonal sensitivity, paranoid thoughts, and phobic anxiety, and Global Severity Index scores for the yoga

Trauma-adapted yoga in forensic psychiatric care is feasible and yields positive effects, finds study

by University WestScores for the Brief Symptom Inventory domains of anxiety, hostility, interpersonal sensitivity, paranoid thoughts, and phobic anxiety, and Global Severity Index scores for the yoga
How music choices can affect productivity

How music choices can affect productivity

by NYU Tandon School of EngineeringCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHuman brain states are unobserved states that can constantly change due to internal and external factors, including cognitive a

How music choices can affect productivity

by NYU Tandon School of EngineeringCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHuman brain states are unobserved states that can constantly change due to internal and external factors, including cognitive a
Low intensity exercise linked to reduced depression

Low intensity exercise linked to reduced depression

byAnglia Ruskin UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research has found a significant association between participating in low to moderate intensity exercise and reduced rates of depr

Low intensity exercise linked to reduced depression

byAnglia Ruskin UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research has found a significant association between participating in low to moderate intensity exercise and reduced rates of depr