Month: October 2015

Physical closeness to a loved one can reduce stress levels.  Article written by Dr. Jeremy Dean.

http://www.spring.org.uk/2015/09/emotional-stress-can-be-shared-with-this-loving-behaviour.php

What psychotherapy is like in Khamzargar, Afghanistan.  Article written by Mujib Mashal.

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/07/15/world/asia/for-a-therapist-in-afghanistan-empathy-is-good-medicine.html?_r=1

Psychotherapy works well with pharmacotherapy in treating teenagers with ADHD, among other conditions.  Article written by Gabriel Kaplan, MD.

http://www.psychiatrictimes.com/adhd/nonpharmacological-adhd-treatments-youths-how-implement-evidence-based-practice-recommendations

People in creative professions were found to be 25% more likely to carry genes for schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.  Article written by Ian Sample.

http://www.theguardian.com/science/2015/jun/08/new-study-claims-to-find-genetic-link-between-creativity-and-mental-illness

Eating fish — along with nuts, whole grains, and vegetables — can lower one’s risk of depression.  Article written by Dr. Jeremy Dean.

http://www.spring.org.uk/2015/09/depression-risk-reduced-17-by-this-dietary-component.php