Birds exposed to the persistent noise of natural gas compressors show symptoms remarkably similar to those in humans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, new research shows.
Ecology
Jan 8, 2018
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A Penn State Abington professor is proposing public policy solutions to help reduce the mental health impact of incarceration among African-American men.
Social Sciences
Nov 23, 2017
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In the United States, therapeutic horseback riding offers equine-assisted therapy to diverse populations, including children and adults who have anxiety disorders. Veterans diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder often ...
Plants & Animals
Sep 18, 2017
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Virtual reality is much more than just a new form of entertainment, it is increasingly being used in a wide range of medical applications, from treatments to training. Here are a few of them.
Hi Tech & Innovation
Jun 21, 2017
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An animal's reaction to an odor or food or other stimuli depends largely on past experiences and how they have been entered into memory.
Cell & Microbiology
Feb 7, 2017
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A Dora the Explorer-themed banner, paper plates full of fruit and a bevy of troll dolls make up the decorations at a special birthday party in Washington state.
Plants & Animals
Sep 22, 2016
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After losing sight in his right eye from a 2013 rocket attack in Afghanistan, retired U.S. Army Maj. Dan Thomas recovered with help from an equine therapy program at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
Plants & Animals
Jun 19, 2016
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Nitrous oxide administered after a traumatic event may help to prevent distressing memories from 'sticking' in the brain, suggests new UCL research.
Environment
Mar 4, 2016
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Fear. You've been there: Your heart races, even jumps to your throat. Your hands grow clammy and your stomach churns. Your mind goes blank.
Plants & Animals
Jan 28, 2016
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During the war in Iraq, journalists from around the world flocked to the country, covering violent events from the battlefield to the halls of political power. But they eventually got to go home. Thousands of journalists ...
Social Sciences
Aug 31, 2015
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