-
Optimism helps teens tackle anxiety
Times of India: Training teens to develop a positive outlook might help them tackle anxiety effectively as adults, according to a new research. “For example, I might wave at someone I recently met on the
-
In Defense of Antidepressants
The New York Times: In terms of perception, these are hard times for antidepressants. A number of articles have suggested that the drugs are no more effective than placebos. Last month brought an especially high-profile
-
Anti-racism campaigns increase bias: Message of tolerance proves more effective
Montreal Gazette: Touting the benefits of tolerance, as opposed to trying to shame people for their prejudices, can be more effective in reducing racism, suggests a new study from researchers at the University of Toronto.
-
Heartbreak Puts Brakes on Heart
HealthDay: Waiting for another person’s opinion of you will slow your heart, and its rate will dip even further if you get rejected, a new Dutch study has found. “Unexpected social rejection could literally feel
-
Meditation helped Jane Anderson fight seasonal affective disorder
Zee News India: Landscape artist Jane Anderson struggled with seasonal affective disorder in the winter months. She tried meditation and noticed a change within a month. “My experience was a sense of calmness, of better
-
Meditation changes brain activity
Times of India: Landscape artist Jane Anderson struggled with seasonal affective disorder in the winter months. She tried meditation and noticed a change within a month. “My experience was a sense of calmness, of better
