Parkinson's Drugs Can Be A Gateway To Sin
Researchers call for stronger safety warnings on drugs called dopamine agonists because they can trigger self-destructive, obsessional behavior in some people.
Mental Health
Breaking The Chains That Bind The Mentally Ill
In low-income countries, a person with schizophrenia might be chained to a tree or to a hospital bed. On World Mental Health Day, WHO is urging an end such practices.
Mental Health Advocates Call On McCrory To Better Staff Prisons
Advocates for the mentally ill are calling on North Carolina Gov.
A Mini-Stroke Called A TIA Can Spark Post-Traumatic Stress
Having a full-blown stroke can cause post-traumatic stress disorder, and that's also true for tiny strokes called TIAs, a study finds. Worry over future stroke risk may be a factor.
I Thought It Was Just Stress, Until It Broke My Heart
Sure, she felt sick, but it was probably just stress. She had to make it to the crucial meeting at her son's school and solve the day care problem. But all along her heart was whispering, "enough."
Preventing Worker Burnout Can Boost The Bottom Line
Weary employees could need more than just time off to re-energize. Some employers have ditched the time cards, let workers set their own schedules or allow them to rotate jobs to prevent burnout.
A Doctor Unlocks Mysteries Of The Brain By Talking And Watching
If you have a problem with your heart or liver, the diagnosis is likely to be made by a lab test or medical image. But neurologist Allan Ropper says those tests often fail when it comes to the brain.
More Active Play Equals Better Thinking Skills For Kids
How long can you sit still in a desk? How about your 7-year-old? Maybe you could both use a break. A study shows that kids who get to run around and play after school are better at paying attention.
2 Ways To Think About Nothing, One Mo' Time
Let's compare two kinds of nothing: an empty patch of deep space and an empty piece of paper that was once beautiful. There's nothing to see in either. Or is there?
Hearing That Things Can Change Helps Teens Dodge Depression
High schoolers are vulnerable to depression. Telling teenagers that people and circumstances can change and things will get better helps reduce the risk of depressive symptoms, a study finds.