Category: Mental Health
The Science of Racism: Does IQ Have Anything to Do With Bigotry?
⚠️ Editor’s Note: This article explores sociological and psychological theories around racism and prejudice. It references research and academic opinion, but it is not intended as a clinical or …Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: A Large Genetic Study to Identify the Mechanisms of the Disease Is Underway in the UK
British researchers recently announced the start of a genetic study to try to identify the mechanisms of chronic fatigue syndrome. The DecodeME research program will spend 4.7 million Dollars …
African American Women Exposed to Racism Are More Likely to Experience Cognitive Decline
Key Takeaways: African American women facing institutional racism are 2.66x more likely to experience cognitive decline, per a study of 17,323 women. Chronic stress from racism correlates with type …Narcissistic Behavior Prevents People From Acknowledging and Learning From Their Mistakes
Narcissism is defined as an egotistic admiration of one’s self-image and the belief that one is more entitled and deserving than others. Narcissistic behavior is rooted in an unwavering …
Cannabis Can Relieve the Pain Associated With Sickle Cell Anemia Study Shows
Cannabis is evolving into an effective treatment to relieve chronic pain in people with sickle cell anemia. Sickle cell disease affects 400,000 births per year worldwide and affects approximately …
Study Finds Antidepressants, Beta-Blockers, and Insulin Linked to Weight Gain in Postmenopausal Women
Key Takeaways Postmenopausal women taking antidepressants, beta-blockers, insulin, or glucocorticosteroids had a higher BMI and waist circumference over three years. Some drug combinations, like glucocorticoids and beta-blockers, were linked …Height Significantly Impacts Quality Of Life, According to Study
A large-scale study published in Clinical Endocrinology has revealed that height has a significant impact on a person’s quality of life. People with short stature report poor physical as …Emotional Deprivation Can Masquerade as Growth Hormone Deficiency in Children
What Causes Growth Hormone Deficiency in Children? Growth hormone deficiency in children can result in short stature and stunted growth. Deficiency can result from an inherited isolated Growth hormone …