Category Archives: Health

Scientific American Misses on the Cause of Depression

A depressive collapse can leave you feeling powerless, self-critical and discouraged. What popped your inner self-confidence balloon however can feel like a mystery.

Our COVID-19 Pandemic Strategy-Makers May Need a CBT Upgrade

Faulty thinking by decision-makers may be preventing better results in fighting the pandemic.

Marijuana Use By Kids and Teens: Parents, Pay Attention!

Beware....Whether you call it pot, weed or marijuana, the long-term impacts of this mind-altering drug, especially for kids and teenagers, spells danger.

Is Natural Better?

A new book sheds light on the question of whether natural approaches to diet, childbirth, healing and the environment really keep us healthier and happier.

Ketamine Treatment for Depression: Worth a Try?

An interview with former CNN medical correspondent Jeff Levine helps answer if ketamine really conquers depression.

Lessons From Thumbsucking, the Earliest Addiction

What helps kids to cease sucking their thumbs? The same principles can prove useful for grownups with problematic habits.

Intrusive Memories: A Research Roundup

A just-released psychological journal article can help you understand why bad memories and images may not leave your mind ... and what can help you to send them away.

Is an Elder You Care About at Risk for Depression? Do This!

Research has confirmed the potency of this remarkable antidepressant.

How Does Your Child Sleep?

Having difficulty getting your child to bed down in the evenings? Check out this new book for frazzled families.

Heartbroken: What Does Neuroimaging Show About Your Pain?

If someone you love leaves you, you are likely to suffer potent urges to bring them back. Neuro-imaging studies are beginning to clarify why.