September 27, 2018
by Elizabeth Pratt
A certain amount of fear and anxious thoughts around pregnancy and childbirth is normal. But for some women, such fear can be more serious, and impact everyday life. These women have tokophobia.
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September 18, 2018
by Elizabeth Pratt
Three out of four college students are experiencing high levels of stress, and one-fifth have experienced suicidal thoughts.
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September 10, 2018
by Elizabeth Pratt
Researchers at the University of California Berkeley have found why people hold on to their beliefs despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary.
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September 1, 2018
by Elizabeth Pratt
Having a former smoker in their social circle may help those with serious mental illness quit smoking
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August 21, 2018
by Elizabeth Pratt
Researchers have found a poor sleep can contribute to feelings of loneliness and make a person less socially desirable.
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August 11, 2018
by Elizabeth Pratt
Back to school time can bring mixed emotions for students and parents. But for some kids, nerves about back to school can be due to something much more serious.
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August 5, 2018
by Elizabeth Pratt
A world first study has found men can suffer from postcoital dysphoria, a condition characterised by feelings of anxiety, irritability and agitation following sex.
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July 31, 2018
by Elizabeth Pratt
Climate change may have more than an environmental impact. Researchers have found rising temperatures could increase suicide rates as well.
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July 24, 2018
by Elizabeth Pratt
It's said to be taking place at college campuses across the country. But do "study drugs" really help you focus? Recent research suggests it may be the opposite.
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July 19, 2018
by Elizabeth Pratt
Hanger, a combination of anger and hunger, may actually be a complex emotional response according to researchers, opening up a pathway to treatment.
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