Your mental dictionary is part of what makes you unique − here's how your brain stores and retrieves words

Most people can draw from tens of thousands of words in their memory within milliseconds. Studying this process can improve language disorder treatment and appreciation of the gift of communication.

Nichol Castro, Assistant Professor of Communicative Disorders and Sciences, University at Buffalo • conversation
Nov. 7, 2023 ~8 min

New treatment for postpartum depression offers hope, but the stigma attached to the condition still lingers

Half a million new mothers in the US suffer from postpartum depression every year, yet a lack of awareness and stigma toward the condition keep many from getting the help they need.

Shannon Pickett, Professor of Psychology and Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Purdue University • conversation
Oct. 19, 2023 ~11 min


When fighting anxiety is worse than pointless

An emotion many avoid and view as an illness may actually help us thrive, psychologist David Rosmarin says.

Alvin Powell • harvard
Oct. 6, 2023 ~5 min

How social isolation, loneliness can shorten your life

A new study shows the two are not same thing but can be connected, sometimes in surprising ways.

Alvin Powell • harvard
Oct. 3, 2023 ~11 min

Friends with benefits – what a sex and relationship therapist wants you to know

While a friends with benefits arrangement has its risks, research has shown it can empower young people to express their sexuality.

Chantal Gautier, Lecturer, Sex and Relationship Therapist, University of Westminster • conversation
Sept. 5, 2023 ~8 min

Overly flexible connective tissue causes problems in joints and throughout the body − and is often missed by doctors

Hypermobility can be painful and lead to frequent injuries and systemic health problems. Unfortunately, many doctors aren’t familiar with these conditions, and patients can go years undiagnosed.

Leslie Russek, Professor Emeritus of Physical Therapy, Clarkson University • conversation
Sept. 1, 2023 ~10 min

Medication can help you make the most of therapy − a psychologist and neuroscientist explains how

Combining psychotherapy with medication can lead to more immediate and enduring results by boosting the brain’s neuroplasticity.

Rebecca Price, Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Psychology, University of Pittsburgh • conversation
Aug. 28, 2023 ~9 min

Women get far more migraines than men – a neurologist explains why, and what brings relief

For women ages 18 to 49, migraines are the leading cause of disability throughout the world.

Danielle Wilhour, Assistant Professor of Neurology, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus • conversation
Aug. 9, 2023 ~9 min


Trans youth are significantly more likely to attempt suicide when gender dysphoria is met with conversion therapy than with hormone treatment

Because of ethical considerations, there are no clinical trials comparing the effects of hormone therapy to conversion therapy on trans youths. But a set of recent studies tease out cause and effect.

Samuel Mann, Associate Economist, RAND • conversation
July 31, 2023 ~10 min

Millions across the world live with low back pain, but addressing major risk factors like smoking, obesity and workplace ergonomics could curb the trend, research shows

The prevalence of low back pain continues to surge worldwide, but many treatments currently available offer little to no relief.

Manuela Ferreira, Professor of Musculoskeletal Health, University of Sydney • conversation
July 28, 2023 ~6 min

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