Mind

07/15/2018 On overcoming feelings and thoughts of inadequacy. https://www.goodtherapy.org/learn-about-therapy/issues/inadequacy
07/15/2018 Quitting marijuana and benefits of doing so. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_M2W8sZiXI
07/04/2018 On lifestyle and treating ADHD. https://www.drfuhrman.com/library/eat-to-live-blog/94/proper-nutrition-and-supplementation-essential-for-treating-adhd
06/25/2018 A moral journey with David Brooks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64VQlatUgIg
06/24/2018 Teen helps man who is blind and deaf https://www.yahoo.com/news/m/5d2e7544-54c8-3ff6-b96d-3b65d15c48cb/ss_teen-on-alaska-airlines.html
06/10/2018 Teen with Autism gives inspiring graduation speech. http://fox5sandiego.com/2018/06/13/autistic-senior-who-is-usually-non-verbal-delivers-inspirational-graduation-speech/
06/03/2018 The life and work of Jon Kabat-Zinn https://www.mindfulnesscds.com/pages/about-the-author
05/28/2018 89 year old women graduates college decides that is not enough and will pursue another degree http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/good-news/89-year-old-woman-graduates-college-%e2%80%94-and-is-now-pursuing-another-degree/ar-AAxNyBt?ocid=ientp
05/20/2018 Meta Analysis of over 500 studies finds more contact and time spent together reduces prejudice and stereotyping. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/281453353_Does_Intergroup_Contact_Reduce_Prejudice_Recent_Meta-Analytic_Findings
05/11/2018 Meditation found to improve attention and other cognitive abilities in seniors. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/03/180328103708.htm
05/07/2018 First human trails on dark chocolate and brain functioning promising. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/04/180424133628.htm
04/25/2018 Study genetics and intelligence holds potential to improve education to all. https://www.newstatesman.com/2018/04/iq-trap-how-study-genetics-could-transform-education
04/11/2018 Dwayne "the Rock" Johnson on quitting football and over coming depression https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_T9Jg0U2DA
04/08/2018 Another study brings us bit closer to better understanding Autism https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/04/180405120316.htm
04/03/2018 While far from harmless cannabis found to be much safer legal alternative to opiates in states which offer it https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/04/180402202236.htm
02/24/2018 Life Authoring program is proven to help build a more purposeful and fulfilled life. https://selfauthoring.com/self-authoring-suite.html
02/23/2018 Inspite TPOTUS latest utterance video games, while not universially good) do not make kids more violent http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/trump-blames-video-games-for-mass-killings-researchers-do-not/ar-BBJvdF0?li=AA4ZnC&ocid=ientp
02/16/2018 On getting sober and your shit together http://www.msn.com/en-us/health/wellness/how-this-man-got-sober-lost-190-pounds-and-turned-his-life-around/ar-BBIZBAT?li=AA51YJ&ocid=ientp
02/04/2018 The power of meditation groups https://www.tcu360.com/2018/02/tcu-works-to-alleviate-stress-through-meditation-groups/
01/27/2018 Fascinating research on the brain evolution https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/01/180125105444.htm
01/23/2018 A fascinating study on spirituality and the placebo effect. http://www.psypost.org/2018/01/fake-god-helmet-can-elicit-extraordinary-experiences-especially-among-spiritual-people-50619
01/21/2018 Clean Sleeping is a powerful set of tools which will improve your life http://www.msn.com/en-us/health/voices/i-tried-clean-sleeping-for-two-weeks-and-it-changed-my-life/ss-BBGjg5d?ocid=ientp
01/15/2018 A step forward in understanding Parkinson's and Huntington's by finding common path between them. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/01/180112132936.htm
01/07/2018 Great guided meditation site from Tara Brach https://www.tarabrach.com/guided-meditations/
12/31/2017 A fascinating talk on the robust and growing science of meditation. https://www.samharris.org/podcast/item/111-the-science-of-meditation
12/23/2017 John Ratey is an outstanding researcher on exercise and the brain. http://www.johnratey.com/
12/22/2017 On our common humanity and rethinking the culture on campuses https://www.jamesgmartin.center/2017/04/colleges-rejecting-common-humanity-science-reveals/
12/15/2017 A new and hopeful study on the mind set of people in very advanced age. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/12/171212091045.htm
12/11/2017 A promising new therapy for people with schizophrenia https://medicalxpress.com/news/2017-12-therapy-schizophrenia-re-engage-socially.html
12/04/2017 If you drink alcohol please consider taking this survey. https://lsbupsychology.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8rkWafSmIJEQrRj
12/01/2017 Mental health experts weigh in on TPOTUS https://www.nytimes.com/2017/11/30/opinion/psychiatrists-trump.html?mabReward=ART_TS2&recid=0x95F3uIGz8JcPIfL7fKg6jMjSq&recp=0&moduleDetail=recommendations-0&action=click&contentCollection=Opinion&region=Footer&module=WhatsNext&version=WhatsNext&contentID=WhatsNext&src=recg&pgtype=article
11/29/2017 Self Authoring is a powerful tool you can use. https://selfauthoring.com/future-authoring.html
11/25/2017 Great resource for understanding distorted thinking https://access.ewu.edu/caps/selfhelp/stressmanage/distortthink
11/20/2017 On exercise and ADHD. https://healthination.cnn.com/cnn/health/adhd-exercise?pl=adult-adhd&utm_source=cnn&utm_campaign=adult_adhd
11/18/2017 Wonderful guided meditation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MIr3RsUWrdo
11/11/2017 Traditional Amazonian drug being studied as potential cure for depression and addiction. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/11/171109093134.htm
11/10/2017 Brain benefits of sauna http://www.foxnews.com/health/2017/01/20/sweating-in-sauna-might-help-keep-brain-healthy-finnish-study.html
11/03/2017 Scientists discover key to unwanted memories. http://www.bbc.com/news/health-41847030
11/01/2017 A success in preventing Alzheimer's. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/a-rare-success-against-alzheimer-rsquo-s/
10/28/2017 Fascinating study on Neanderthal altruism. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/10/171023181552.htm
10/25/2017 On brains versus brawn. https://www.nytimes.com/2017/10/25/well/move/the-battle-of-brains-vs-brawn.html?hpw&rref=health&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&module=well-region&region=bottom-well&WT.nav=bottom-well
10/15/2017 Tony Robbin's morning routine is short and effective http://www.businessinsider.com/tony-robbins-morning-routine-meditation-and-workout-2017-10?utm_source=yahoo&utm_medium=referral
10/12/2017 New study finds decreasing rate of narcissistic behaviors. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/10/171010105724.htma
10/06/2017 Mindfulness is key element of healthy eating. https://furthermore.equinox.com/articles/2017/09/elements-of-extraordinary-nutrition?prtcid=CNN-october&utm_source=ColeHaan-october-CNN&utm_medium=partnership&utm_campaign=ColeHaan-october-CNN#sec_home
09/28/2017 New study finds teen's online friends as meaningful as in person. Jury is out but an intriguing study. https://phys.org/news/2017-09-teens-online-friendships-meaningful-face-to-face.html
09/22/2017 Treatments for migraine headaches keep improving https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/09/170922091536.htm
09/16/2017 A challenging and enriching conversation on the nature of consciousness. See Podcast with Thomas Mitzinger https://www.samharris.org/podcast
09/04/2017 Vets combat trauma via surfing http://www.cnn.com/2017/08/31/health/cnn-hero-andrew-manzi-warrior-surf/index.html
08/26/2017 More on the healing power of Yoga and meditation. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/08/170822104855.htm
08/23/2017 Playing Hurt. A remarkable athlete's work on living with depression. https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=22518729660
08/18/2017 How solo travel can help mend a broken heart. http://www.cnn.com/travel/article/breakup-travel-feat/index.html
08/11/2017 Growing body of evidence mental health programs in schools effective at improving health and well being https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/08/170810173331.htm
08/05/2017 Psychological and health benefits of chess. https://www.brainscape.com/blog/2012/09/brain-benefits-of-playing-chess/
07/31/2017 On purpose and happiness a remarkable study. https://www.haujournal.org/index.php/hau/article/view/hau5.3.002/2096
07/27/2017 From addict to Ironman competitor and cutting edge AODA counselor. The remarkable life of Todd Crandall. http://www.cnn.com/2017/07/28/health/turning-points-todd-crandell/index.html
07/23/2017 Jon Kabat-Zinn's Twitter feed is worth following https://twitter.com/jonkabatzinn?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
07/21/2017 The promise of mindfulness https://www.mindandlife.org/
07/19/2017 Sam Harris and Joe Rogan talk religion, security and other good shit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGHMv73_j04
07/12/2017 New research on olive oil and preventing dementia. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/06/170621103123.htm
07/07/2017 Some upsides to kids living longer with their parents. https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/kids-are-living-with-their-parents-longer-its-a-good-thing/2017/07/07/e171d346-625b-11e7-a4f7-af34fc1d9d39_story.html?hpid=hp_hp-cards_hp-posteverything%3Ahomepage%2Fcard&utm_term=.f1b3efa8cedf
07/06/2017 Another step forward in raising awareness of mental illness. http://www.westhartfordnews.com/opinion/conversation-surrounding-mental-illness-draws-to-forum/article_36727e0f-9944-5ad9-8307-ee962afd42f6.html
07/05/2017 Terminally ill young women shares wisdom well beyond her years. http://www.cnn.com/2017/07/05/health/claire-wineland-cystic-fibrosis-eprise/?iid=ob_homepage_deskrecommended_pool
06/30/2017 What cookies and meth have in common and a psychiatrist's perspective . https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/30/opinion/sunday/what-cookies-and-meth-have-in-common.html?action=click&contentCollection=Opinion&module=Trending&version=Full&region=Marginalia&pgtype=article
06/29/2017 Sam Harris on death and the present moment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITTxTCz4Ums
06/27/2017 The Goldilocks challenge of empathy. https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg23431311-100-can-heightened-empathy-be-a-bad-thing/
06/25/2017 Four drinks to fight dementia. https://www.yahoo.com/news/4-best-drinks-fight-dementia-170001776.html
06/17/2017 Multi-dimensional networks are no just "out there " they are with in use they are us. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/06/170612094100.htm
06/11/2017 Interesting and useful research on what makes a happy couple. https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/key-lasting-relationship-isnt-necessarily-132707563.html
06/03/2017 A fascinating study on brain benefits and changes in adults learning to read for the first time. It is never to late to learn or helps some else to do so. http://advances.sciencemag.org/content/3/5/e1602612
05/28/2017 Great talk between Robert Sapolskyand Joe Rogan on science, human nature and progress. http://podcasts.joerogan.net/podcasts/robert-sapolsky
05/25/2017 Veterans using Greek tragedies to cope and heal. https://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/26/opinion/us-veterans-use-greek-tragedy-to-tell-us-about-war.html?action=click&pgtype=Homepage&clickSource=story-heading&module=opinion-c-col-right-region&region=opinion-c-col-right-region&WT.nav=opinion-c-col-right-region
05/21/2017 How meditation changes your brain https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/inspired-life/wp/2015/05/26/harvard-neuroscientist-meditation-not-only-reduces-stress-it-literally-changes-your-brain/?utm_term=.010d3c244bcc
05/20/2017 Great talk on Steven Pinker's life work, language, the enlightenment and human progress. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVaWR8ISEd4&t=329s
05/17/2017 Don't spend your life trying to make up your mind https://hbr.org/2017/05/dont-spend-your-life-making-up-your-mind
05/13/2017 What personality theory can tell us about our TPOTUS. https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2016/06/the-mind-of-donald-trump/480771/
05/03/2017 A wonderful free ten minute meditation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6p_yaNFSYao
04/26/2017 A fascinating and controversial study suggests humans may have arrived in America 130,000 years ago. https://www.nytimes.com/2017/04/26/science/prehistoric-humans-north-america-california-nature-study.html?ribbon-ad-idx=4&src=trending&module=Ribbon&version=origin&region=Header&action=click&contentCollection=Trending&pgtype=article
04/23/2017 How better technology could protect us from (versus lead us to) distractions https://www.ted.com/talks/tristan_harris_how_better_tech_could_protect_us_from_distraction
04/18/2017 Great article on turning yourself into a more positive person and helping the world around you in the process. https://www.nytimes.com/2017/04/03/well/live/turning-negative-thinkers-into-positive-ones.html?mabReward=A1&recp=6&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&region=CColumn&module=Recommendation&src=rechp&WT.nav=RecEngine
04/17/2017 Prince Harry opens up and reduces the stigma with seeking counselling http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/04/16/prince-harry-sought-counselling-death-mother-led-two-years-total/
04/12/2017 An interesting and useful study about the time of day young adults learn best. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/04/170412105913.htm
04/07/2017 The evidence showing improving the quality of the foods we eat improves our mood and overall brain health is compelling and continues to grow. https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/eat-may-more-impact-mood-132000788.html
03/29/2017 Death atheism and the present moment a tremendous lecture by Sam Harris https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITTxTCz4Ums
03/28/2017 Every day people coping with mental illness in our nation's most challenged neighborhoods contribute and care for others far more than most people know. No link here just the reflections on countless observations of the EBO editor who is a mental health provider in 53206.
03/26/2017 What can we learn from man who speaks 32 languages? http://www.greatbigstory.com/stories/the-ultimate-polyglot-this-man-speaks-32-languages?iid=ob_lockedrail_bottomlarge
03/21/2017 A remarkable program providing healthy foods and so much more . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1_RZ3Wy3Dc&feature=youtu.be
03/18/2017 Floating may be a novel and effective treatment for anxiety disorders. http://time.com/floating/
03/14/2017 Nice birthday surprise for young man with Autism. https://www.yahoo.com/gma/video/firefighters-deliver-birthday-surprise-11-212549828.html
03/11/2017 Nine Volt Nirvana a fascinating Radio Lab work on the frontiers of brain science and human potential http://www.radiolab.org/story/9-volt-nirvana/
03/10/2017 Interesting study on volunteering and health https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/03/170309090852.htm
03/08/2017 Good nutrition shown to maintain intelligence into later life https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/12/161213113142.htm
03/08/2017 A fascinating article on how alcohol and coffee helped create civilization. http://humanprogress.org/blog/how-alcohol-and-caffeine-helped-create-civilization
03/03/2017 Apparently having three live networks broadcasting the opposite doesn't rule out making false slanders (with a pinch of plausible deniability ) out of bounds for current administration. http://www.cnn.com/2017/03/01/politics/erin-burnett-debbie-wasserman-schultz-trump-speech-cnntv/?iid=ob_article_organicsidebar_expansion
02/26/2017 Marijuana is probably not good for you but most likely doesn't lower IQ especially if take a month or two break from it https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/pot-smokers-might-not-turn-into-dopes-after-all/
02/25/2017 Two people on Autism spectrum find love. http://www.cnn.com/2017/02/24/health/heart-of-the-matter-couple-aspergers-syndrome/index.html
02/22/2017 Coming to our political senses Tr-mp's approval rating continues to decline. https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/sinking-rock-trumps-approval-rating-195842240.html
02/18/2017 Science is the antidote to dogmatism https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jeWSlrluMA
02/05/2017 Moe evidence supporting diet as a way to prevent and treat ADHD https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/02/170201093246.htm
01/31/2017 Many mental activities can reduce your risk for dementia. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/01/170130133315.htm
01/25/2017 Tr-mp blurs the line between delusional and lying https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/right-turn/wp/2017/01/25/maybe-trump-isnt-lying/?tid=hybrid_experimentrandom_2_na&utm_term=.234dc19c433e
01/21/2017 What you can learn about life from a Green Beret. An intretsing TED talk from Scott Mann https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M78sDuehUnk&t=921s
01/20/2017 Be good to yourself and others learn how to speak and breath well. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Acl6owhFMHQ
01/17/2017 You most certainly can and should learn to be optimistic https://positivepsychologyprogram.com/learned-optimism/
01/16/2017 An interesting summary on ADHD and diet from Harvard Medical school. http://www.health.harvard.edu/newsletter_article/Diet-and-attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder
01/10/2017 Playful people are at an advantage https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/01/170111102859.htm
01/07/0217 Volunteering as a teen reduces criminality in adulthood. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/01/170103151130.htm
12/31/2016 Want to transform youself for the better. Resolve to mediate at least 10 minutes a day. http://www.freemindfulness.org/download
12/30/2016 Surgeon General " we can and should learn to deal with stress" http://www.nytimes.com/2016/12/28/magazine/vivek-murthy-thinks-we-need-to-learn-how-to-deal-with-stress.html?&moduleDetail=section-news-4&action=click&contentCollection=Magazine&region=Footer&module=MoreInSection&version=WhatsNext&contentID=WhatsNext&pgtype=article
12/28/2016 Carrie Fisher was true mental health advocate you can help support her vision. http://www.slate.com/articles/health_and_science/medical_examiner/2016/12/carrie_fisher_was_a_pioneer_in_mental_health_advocacy.html?wpsrc=sh_all_dt_tw_top
12/23/2016 A fascinating conversation with Alan Alda and Robert Sapolsky on free will, the brain and our criminal justice system https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cx8xEUYrb74
12/20/2016 Tai Chi found to effective treatment for vets with PTSD. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/11/161130131311.htm
12/17/2016 Kill the quitter instinct https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CScjQUw9bk
12/12/2016 Nobel prize winner Daniel Kahnerman on memory versus experience. https://www.ted.com/talks/daniel_kahneman_the_riddle_of_experience_vs_memory
12/10/2016 Another study finds psychedelic mushrooms help people coping with cancer. http://www.alternet.org/drugs/magic-mushroom-drug-eases-cancer-patient-anxiety
12/09/2016 How walking in nature changes the brain for the better. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/07/22/how-nature-changes-the-brain/
12/06/2016 Walmart advances LGBT rights https://www.yahoo.com/news/m/9389e35c-ce95-35c1-8e54-0b10ebdb6bba/walmart-just-helped-the-gay.html
12/04/2016 Taurine a simple amino acid may help people coping with schizophrenia. http://theconversation.com/what-is-taurine-and-how-can-it-improve-psychosis-68747
11/26/2016 Yogic breathing again shown to be an effective treatment fro depression. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/11/161122182357.htm
11/23/2016 Dementia rates drop 24% in US by any measure this is great news. http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/21/health/dementia-rates-decline/index.html
11/21/2016 Fascinating new research on the origins of consciousness https://hms.harvard.edu/news/how-do-you-know-you-know#.WC3NGlVS-1E.twitter
11/19/2016 An interesting take from psychologists on how families do and do not adopt healthy habits. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/11/161116120151.htm
11/15/2016 Teaching confidence to girls. http://www.cnn.com/2015/07/09/living/feat-teach-girls-confidence-likeagirl/
11/13/2016 On anger and it's subtypes. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/11/13/opinion/sunday/the-varieties-of-anger.html?ribbon-ad-idx=19&rref=opinion&module=Ribbon&version=context&region=Header&action=click&contentCollection=Opinion&pgtype=article
11/10/2016 Four great habits to start your day off right. http://www.cheatsheet.com/money-career/4-morning-habits-that-will-help-you-stay-productive-all-day.html/
10/30/2016 EBO for quitting weed in order to succeed http://quitweedandsucceed.com/benefits-of-quitting-marijuana/
10/25/2016 Putting compassion into action. http://www.lionsroar.com/put-your-compassion-into-action/
10/16/2016 Framing tasks differently eliminates gender differences in spatial reasoning https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/10/161012133933.htm
10/11/2016 On being a rational atheist https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/rational-atheism/
10/08/2016 Sam Harris on being good and doing good. https://www.samharris.org/podcast/item/being-good-and-doing-good
10/07/2016 Green beret general leads charge to reduce stigma associated with PTSD http://www.nytimes.com/2016/10/08/world/africa/donald-bolduc-ptsd.html?rref=world&module=Ribbon&version=origin&region=Header&action=click&contentCollection=World&pgtype=article
10/05/2016 Group therapy found very helpful in treating young patients coping with schizophrenia. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/09/160926221254.htm
10/01/2016 On the art of condolence http://www.nytimes.com/2016/10/02/style/how-to-express-sympathy.html?action=click&contentCollection=Americas&module=Trending&version=Full&region=Marginalia&pgtype=article
09/20/2016 Michael Shermer and Joe Rogan shoot the shit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-hYHqnyhvI
09/18/2016 The difference between rationality and intelligence. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/09/18/opinion/sunday/the-difference-between-rationality-and-intelligence.html?src=trending&module=Ribbon&version=context&region=Header&action=click&contentCollection=Trending&pgtype=article
09/17/2016 Christopher Hitchens last appearance. We miss you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ud973COUVYs
09/13/2016 Some very helpful things to say to people coping with anxiety http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/23-messages-for-anyone-who-just-received-an-anxiety_us_57d8422fe4b047401d0467ae
09/11/2016 Physical activity in middle life again linked to better cognition in later years. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/09/160909095045.htm
09/09/2016 A nice work on the trade off between time and money. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/09/11/opinion/sunday/what-should-you-choose-time-or-money.html?action=click&contentCollection=Opinion&module=Trending&version=Full&region=Marginalia&pgtype=article
09/05/2016 Your senses are talking behind you back http://www.wired.com/2016/07/senses-talking-behind-back
09/03/2016 The Road To Character a great talk with David Brooks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=enTl9-hvnwU
08/31/2016 Promising clinical trail for Alzheimer's. Remember exercise, education, eating well staying socially and physically active (along with avoiding head trauma) are all well demonstrated to reduce your risk. Prevention is best. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/08/160831133555.htm
08/23/2016 On rethinking happiness. https://www.yahoo.com/beauty/harvard-psychologist-says-too-many-140716563.html
08/22/2016 Nine Attitudes with Jon Kabat Zinn https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2n7FOBFMvXg
08/20/2016 Could small drop in alcohol content of beer improve our health. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/08/160810223752.htm
08/09/2016 Only two countries in the world allow direct drug marketing and America is one of them. A powerful article calling for an end to sketchy drug marketers. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/08/09/opinion/cancer-drug-ads-vs-cancer-drug-reality.html?ribbon-ad-idx=4&rref=opinion&module=Ribbon&version=context&region=Header&action=click&contentCollection=Opinion&pgtype=article
08/07/2016 The right morning habits can empower you. http://www.cheatsheet.com/money-career/4-morning-habits-that-will-help-you-stay-productive-all-day.html/?ref=YF&yptr=yahoo
07/22/2016 Fidgeting may help people with ADHD https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/02/160222111106.htm
07/19/2016 EO Wilson's call for the unification of knowledge https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIAS8HRixhQ
07/17/2016 Six great habits to build mental toughness. http://www.inc.com/tom-popomaronis/6-powerful-hacks-to-increase-mental-toughness-3-is-my-favorite.html
07/17/2016 New research demonstrating people with autism can and do read others emotions and feel empathy. http://www.scientificamerican.com/article/people-with-autism-can-read-emotions-feel-empathy1/
07/16/2016 More from Dan Amen on healing anxiety and depression. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yw7wKOCzgLQ&spfreload=5
07/08/2016 People line up to hug Dallas police officers. http://www.cnn.com/videos/us/2016/07/08/dallas-police-shooting-elam-dnt-lead.cnn/video/playlists/dallas-police-officer-shot/
07/05/0216 Is God a silverback? https://aeon.co/essays/how-monotheists-modelled-god-on-a-harem-keeping-alpha-male
07/04/2016 A new generation of video games can help build mindfulness and pro-social behaviors https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/neuronarrative/201403/how-video-games-can-help-us-achieve-mindfulness
06/29/2016 Working out and napping both shown to improve memory. http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/29/health/improve-memory-exercise-sleep/?iid=ob_lockedrail_bottomlist
06/28/2016 Interesting and growing body of research on Rhodiola's capacity to improve mood and improve mental performance. https://examine.com/supplements/rhodiola-rosea/
06/26/2016 Great talk on brain health by Dan Amen https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMzi0kvcKR0
06/22/2016 Fascinating talk on the causes of schizophrenia. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxVY2Vptfwg
06/21/2016 Smart talk on setting limits with kids. http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/21/health/parent-acts-spoiled-children-how-to-say-no/index.html
06/20/2016 How to improve your mood via healthy eating https://www.sciencedaily.com/videos/615408.htm
06/18/2016 Interesting talk on using laughter to dissolve the ego. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyUG5KnutTo
06/13/2016 Sounds fishy but Omega 3 fats offer hope for treating and preventing schizophrenia. http://www.inimh.org/libdocuments/Omega-3_Schizophrenia_Review.pdf
06/11/2016 The power of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to treat insomnia. We all need healthy realistic thinking don't let the absence of it keep you up at night. http://www.drweilblog.com/home/2016/5/30/new-treatment-for-insomnia.html
06/03/2016 Smoking warning labels that work. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/06/03/opinion/let-smokers-see-the-warning-they-need.html?ribbon-ad-idx=5&rref=opinion&module=Ribbon&version=context&region=Header&action=click&contentCollection=Opinion&pgtype=article
06/02/2016 Elon Musk's craziest idea . http://mashable.com/2016/06/02/musk-neural-lace/#zA2fkPG5laqk
06/01/2016 Great podcasts on mindfulness from UCLA. http://marc.ucla.edu/body.cfm?id=107
05/27/2016 Welcome to your brain's waste management system. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/05/160526151742.htm
05/18/2016 Play Based Preparation may help kids coping with cancer https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/05/160518120556.htm
05/17/2016 Educating for Ecophilia http://www.academia.edu/2187116/Educating_for_Ecophilia_through_Nature
05/15/2016 Fascinating interview with Robert McNamara and the lessons he has learned. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ze8P-KAt3bc
05/10/2016 Keeping the flame of reason alive. http://www.centerforinquiry.net/news/cause_effect_55/
05/07/2016 Ringling circus elephants retire in Florida. Another advance in animal rights. https://www.yahoo.com/news/ringlings-last-11-touring-elephants-retire-florida-150906657.html?nhp=1
05/07/2016 Teachers turn students desks into letters of inspiration. https://www.yahoo.com/news/teacher-turns-students-desks-letters-inspiration-175144922.html
5/07/2016 Another case of over estimating the threat of terror. http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/professors-airplane-math-equal-airplane-threat-38954097
05/04/2016 A video game to help diagnose dementia. http://www.cnn.com/2016/05/04/health/dementia-game-sea-hero-quest/index.html
04/27/2016 The science explaining why we are always hungry and what we should do about it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12dCj9UFo6k
04/26/2016 Getting To Zero a new work by David Brooks on mindset and work. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/26/opinion/getting-to-zero.html?action=click&pgtype=Homepage&clickSource=story-heading&module=opinion-c-col-left-region&region=opinion-c-col-left-region&WT.nav=opinion-c-col-left-region
04/23/2016 New research on the biological basis for ability to recognize emotions. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/04/160419183920.htm
04/19/2016 The best way to fight with your teenager. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2016/03/16/the-best-way-to-fight-with-a-teenager/
04/13/2016 The value of meditation and yoga for people with asthma. http://inhealth.cnn.com/taking-control-of-your-asthma/when-asthma-gets-scary-meditation-and-relaxation-practices?did=t1_rss5
04/09/2016 Walk, jog or dance it is all good for your brain. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2016/04/07/sweat-smart/?rref=health&module=Ribbon&version=context&region=Header&action=click&contentCollection=Health&pgtype=Blogs
04/05/2016 Designer drug predicted to be the next big scourge quietly fades away. Props to the Washington Post for great article highlighting this. http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/the-surprising-disappearance-of-flakka-the-synthetic-drug-that-pushed-south-florida-to-the-brink/ar-BBrlNhZ?li=BBnbcA1&ocid=UE03DHP
04/03/2016 Is it OK to talk to yourself? http://health.usnews.com/wellness/slideshows/is-it-ok-to-talk-to-yourself
04/02/2016 The study of human language and it's history advances with new and fascinating find. http://www.cnn.com/videos/world/2016/04/01/italy-etruscan-slab-find-orig-vstan.cnn
03/26/2016 A fascinating study on what makes for a good life and why smart people may be better off with fewer friends. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2016/03/18/why-smart-people-are-better-off-with-fewer-friends/?tid=pm_business_pop_b
03/23/2016 Meditation and cognitive therapy effective and safe treatments for back pain. Both have lot of positive side effects. http://startpage.lenovo.com/news/read/category/News/hashtag/News/article/afp-meditation_cognitive_therapy_help_back_pain_study-afp
03/22/2016 Harvard Medical School on depression and anxiety. http://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/yoga-for-anxiety-and-depression
03/16/2016 Meditation plus running found to be very beneficial for people coping with depression. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2016/03/16/meditation-plus-running-as-a-treatment-for-depression/?hpw&rref=health&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&module=well-region&region=bottom-well&WT.nav=bottom-well
03/04/2016 Larry Summers on political correctness on campus. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N81HGMQriPk
03/01/2016 Five rituals neuroscience shows strengthen your brain. http://qz.com/626482/neuroscience-says-these-five-rituals-will-help-your-brain-stay-young/?utm_source=YPL
02/21/2016 Virtual reality may be a effective tool to treat depression http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/virtual-reality-depression-study_us_56c4a717e4b08ffac1273132?utm_hp_ref=whats-working
02/20/2016 Interesting new brain study finds graphic smoking warnings may work. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/02/160216143232.htm
02/17/2016 Why exercise makes us feel good. http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/13/health/endorphins-exercise-cause-happiness/index.html
02/13/2016 A new and effective approach to reduce anxiety. https://www.yahoo.com/news/crazy-way-found-relief-anxiety-204000218.html
02/13/2016 Science is making huge advances in understanding memory. A great one hour NOVA. http://www.pbs.org/video/2365663085/
02/06/2016 A simple illusion an interesting insight in perception. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2016/02/06/this-simple-illusion-shows-that-you-can-literally-hear-with-your-eyes/?hpid=hp_hp-more-top-stories_wb-illusion-923am%3Ahomepage%2Fstory
01/30/2016 3 year old with Autism comes out of silence. https://www.yahoo.com/parenting/after-3-years-of-silence-autistic-girl-breaks-200248374.html
01/30/2016 The worlds happiest man ? https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/69-old-monk-scientists-call-162349441.html
01/27/2016 Bees and ants may offer us insights into better understanding suicide. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/01/160127121604.htm
01/20/2016 Advancing our understanding of and effective supports for people with developmental disabilities. https://aaidd.org/
01/16/2016 Noble Prize winners weigh in on simple cost effective vitamins and child development in the developing world. http://www.rainbowlight.com/blog/global-good/?utm_source=outbrain&utm_medium=cpc&utm_content=Can+Vitamins+Change+the+World%3F+Nobel+Laureates+S&utm_term=5396235
01/15/2016 Steering teens away from distracted driving. http://www.cnn.com/2014/01/23/living/teens-driving-texting-drinking-parents/index.html
01/11/2016 China getting more progressive in treating people coping with mental illness. http://foreignpolicy.com/2015/12/21/bring-patients-back-to-society-china-mental-illness-law-health/
01/08/2016 Michael Shermer on or past and our nature. http://blogs.scientificamerican.com/guest-blog/homo-naledi-and-human-nature/
01/06/2016 Great article from Steven Pinker on Nature and Nurture debate and the Three Laws of Behavioral Biology. http://graphics.wsj.com/image-grid/what-to-expect-in-2016/1666/steven-pinker-on-new-advances-in-behavioral-genetics
01/01/2016 Exposure Therapy appears to work well for more than PTSD and phobia's. https://www.yahoo.com/health/exposure-therapy-a-surprisingly-effective-1322733913653302.html
12/19/2015 Happiness and Longevity a two minute brief from Yale physician. http://www.medpagetoday.com/PrimaryCare/GeneralPrimaryCare/55286?xid=nl_mpt_DHE_2015-12-18&eun=g734577d0r
12/16/2015 Our Drug Czar's talking non-sense helps shed light on the limits of blaming the brain for addiction. http://www.forbes.com/sites/sallysatel/2015/12/14/what-drug-czar-botticelli-got-wrong-on-60-minutes/2/
12/09/2015 Another study demonstrates physical activity improves memory and reduces your risk for dementia. Please get moving. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/11/151124155437.htm
12/07/2015 Setting boundaries with narcissists. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ge0bPiahtmU
12/3/2015 How the Mind Works a great talk from Steven Pinker. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gen2p-9DvFE
11/28/2015 Ending The Food Fight Harvard doctor on helping kids and parents eat healthier. http://www.endingthefoodfight.com/QandA.html
11/27/2015 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps reduce fear of dentists. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/11/151127102335.htm
11/26/2015 The science behind the many benefits of giving thanks. http://www.cnn.com/2015/11/26/health/giving-thanks-good-health/index.html
11/21/2015 Some great advice on avoiding Alzheimer's http://blog.aarp.org/2015/09/17/amy-goyer-world-alzheimers-day/?cmp=SL-DSO-OUTBRAIN-DESKTAB-HOMEBLOG-CAMP-MIXED-DIVERS-RSS_Will+I+Get+Alzheimer%E2%80%99s%3F+6+Ways+to+Reduce_1107194886_1295191
11/17/2015 Dan Amen on stopping negative thinking. Nice short video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksB0IXhM-Vc
11/14/2015 Great article on exercise and improving our cognitive capacities. http://www.runnersworld.com/print/sweat-science/how-much-exercise-gives-your-brain-the-biggest-boost
11/13/2015 How mindfulness can transform health care. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/charles-a-francis/how-mindfulness-meditation-can-transform-health-care_b_8494900.html?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000592
11/11/2015 Psychiatry's Mind-Brain problem. An intriguing article. http://www.nytimes.com/2015/11/11/opinion/psychiatrys-mind-brain-problem.html?action=click&pgtype=Homepage&clickSource=story-heading&module=opinion-c-col-right-region&region=opinion-c-col-right-region&WT.nav=opinion-c-col-right-region&_r=0
11/07/2015 The case for melancholy http://www.nytimes.com/2015/11/08/style/the-case-for-melancholy.html?&moduleDetail=section-news-1&action=click&contentCollection=Fashion%20%26%20Style&region=Footer&module=MoreInSection&version=WhatsNext&contentID=WhatsNext&pgtype=article
11/06/2015 Omega 3 fats may protect the brains of those who drink. Everything in moderation. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/07/140717180252.htm
11/03/2015 Interesting study on vegans and safe and cheap supplement and improving memory. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21118604
11/01/2015 The work and vision of the Prison Mindfulness Institute. http://www.prisonmindfulness.org/
10/31/2015 Evidence based ways to get back to sleep at night. http://www.prevention.com/health/9-highly-effective-ways-get-back-sleep-middle-night
10/27/2015 The Mediterranean diet and brain health. http://www.cnn.com/2015/10/21/health/mediterranean-diet-healthier-brain/index.html
10/25/2015 Can talk therapy using eye movement cure PTSD? http://www.emdria.org/?2
10/21/2015 A little sensible strength training benefits the brain and body. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/10/21/lifting-weights-twice-a-week-may-aid-the-brain/?hpw&rref=health&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&module=well-region&region=bottom-well&WT.nav=bottom-well&_r=0
10/20/2015 Many ways we can grow new brain cells. Some sound like fun. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/neurogenesis-how-to-grow-new-brain-cells_56253c16e4b0bce347019a2c?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000592
10/18/2015 The case for old fashion lectures. http://www.nytimes.com/2015/10/18/opinion/sunday/lecture-me-really.html?action=click&pgtype=Homepage&module=opinion-c-col-left-region&region=opinion-c-col-left-region&WT.nav=opinion-c-col-left-region&_r=0
10/17/2015 An intriguing study on sleep. http://www.pbs.org/newshour/rundown/paleo-ancestors-sleep-better-us/
10/13/2015 Can we unlearn subconscious biases in our sleep. An intriguing new study. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/05/150528142903.htm
10/07/2015 Marriage performance reviews may prove helpful. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/performance-review-may-good-marriage-180300598.html
10/04/2015 Paul Allen's dream to build an artificial brain. http://www.washingtonpost.com/sf/national/2015/09/30/brain/
10/03/2015 Cannabis doesn't lower IQ http://www.medicaldaily.com/smoking-marijuana-does-not-lower-iq-scores-alcohol-use-may-307808
09/30/30215 Fascinating new study on connectivity in the brain. http://news.yahoo.com/first-results-massive-brain-study-192600221.html
09/29/2015 New study suggests learning from our success may be better than learning from our mistakes. https://www.yahoo.com/health/trying-to-learn-from-your-mistakes-is-a-big-154337687.html
09/23/2015 Another step forward in improving police mental health training. http://news.yahoo.com/agency-agrees-train-cleveland-cops-crisis-intervention-172112494.html
09/19/2015 Measuring happiness http://sonjalyubomirsky.com/subjective-happiness-scale-shs/
09/13/2015 Many ways to live a longer and fuller life. http://www.cnn.com/2015/09/13/europe/germany-refugees-shubert/index.html
09/12/2015 Stanford Conversations on Compassion joined by Dean Ornish great talk. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K61YJpKBXvw
09/11/2015 Meta Analysis of 26 studies finds fish consumption helps prevent depression. https://www.yahoo.com/health/why-eating-fish-might-lower-1254611916693558.html
09/05/2015 NIH researcher Joe Hibbeln on Omega 3 fats and brain/mental health. If someone calls you a fat head they may just be a well informed scientist. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2dQWWlkf1o
09/04/2015 Can making stress our friend save lives? http://www.ted.com/talks/kelly_mcgonigal_how_to_make_stress_your_friend?language=en
08/29/2015 The trick to acting heroically. http://www.nytimes.com/2015/08/30/opinion/the-trick-to-acting-heroically.html?ribbon-ad-idx=4&rref=opinion&module=Ribbon&version=context&region=Header&action=click&contentCollection=Opinion&pgtype=article
08/25/2015 David Brooks great work on forks in life's road. http://www.nytimes.com/2015/08/25/opinion/david-brooks-the-big-decisions.html?hpw&rref=opinion&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&module=well-region&region=bottom-well&WT.nav=bottom-well&_r=0
08/22/0215 New study finds kids more resilient than previously though. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/08/150820144910.htm
08/20/2015 Inspiring blind chess players http://www.firstpost.com/bollywood/algorithms-three-blind-chess-players-and-their-coach-leave-you-inspired-smiling-and-teary-eyed-2399256.html
08/15/2015 Zen and the Art of dying well. http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/08/14/zen-and-the-art-of-dying-well/?action=click&contentCollection=Pro%20Football&module=MostPopularFB&version=Full&region=Marginalia&src=me&pgtype=article
08/12/2015 Exercise and young minds. http://cjonline.com/news/2014-01-30/study-physically-fit-kids-likely-be-more-mentally-fit
08/11/2015 The power of positive daily routines. A nice work from Phillip Chard. http://www.jsonline.com/features/advice/when-habits-turn-thoughtless-and-draining-start-getting-intentional-b99551398z1-321038161.html
08/07/2015 Sleeping on it can help solve problems. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/sleep-on-it_55bb8b44e4b0b23e3ce26069?utm_hp_ref=healthy-living&kvcommref=mostpopular
08/05/2015 Teen marijuana use not good but unlikely to cause lasting harm http://news.yahoo.com/teen-marijuana-use-likely-not-linked-to-later-health-issues--study-181553062.html
08/04/2015 Living life wisely http://www.nytimes.com/2015/08/02/education/edlife/how-to-live-wisely.html?action=click&contentCollection=Opinion&module=MostEmailed&version=Full&region=Marginalia&src=me&pgtype=article
07/28/2015 Gratitude and society a great work from David Brooks. http://www.nytimes.com/2015/07/28/opinion/david-brooks-the-structure-of-gratitude.html?src=me
07/18/2015 People's Pharmacy ( a great NPR show) on exercise and depression. http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/2013/10/31/regular-exercise-helps-prevent-the-onset-of-psychological-depression/
07/15/2015 Great advice for parents on cutting children's screen time http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/07/13/how-to-cut-childrens-screen-time-say-no-to-yourself-first/?src=me&module=Ribbon&version=origin&region=Header&action=click&contentCollection=Most%20Emailed&pgtype=article
07/12/2015 Great new site has lots of free guided meditations from leaders in the mindfulness. http://www.freemindfulness.org/download
07/11/2015 Empathy is a choice. Fascinating article. http://www.nytimes.com/2015/07/12/opinion/sunday/empathy-is-actually-a-choice.html?src=recg&mabReward=A3&module=Ribbon&version=origin&region=Header&action=click&contentCollection=Recommended&pgtype=article
07/06/2015 Simple Class room accommodations found to help kids coping with ADHD http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/07/150701214531.htm
07/05/2015 People at risk for dementia taking an evidence based approach to delaying or preventing it onset. http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/social-issues/fear-of-alzheimers-is-everywhere-but-its-spurring-some-people-to-change-their-lives-for-the-better/2015/07/04/c0600046-192a-11e5-93b7-5eddc056ad8a_story.html
07/04/201Tips for those new to meditation http://www.huffingtonpost.com/tom-casano/meditation-tips-beginners_b_7691498.html?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000592
07/01/2015 A new innovative program helping people who are incarcerated fight addiction. http://www.washingtonpost.com/posttv/sports/a-different-kind-of-prisoner-through-blood-sweat-and-tears/2015/06/30/4d9e390a-1ec6-11e5-a135-935065bc30d0_video.html
06/30/2015 A walk in nature lifts mood http://finance.yahoo.com/news/90-minute-nature-walk-could-195900689.html
06/25/2015 Yet another study (with a twist) finds exercise is highly effective in treating depression. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/06/150612091327.htm
06/20/2015 Happiness matters http://www.cnn.com/2013/07/30/health/happy-genes/
06/18/2015 On yoga and happiness. http://www.cnn.com/2015/06/12/health/yoga-happiness/index.html
06/16/2015 Great talk by Russell Simmons on Success Through Stillness the power of meditation. Google did a great job hosting this. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4NHuXUXBZDo
06/14/2015 Turmeric is a great addition to your diet for taste and brain health. http://kellybroganmd.com/article/move-over-prozac-how-turmeric-helps-with-depression/
06/13/2015 A better model of out patient care for people coping with severe and persistent mental illness? http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4230954/
06/11/2015 The fastest high school 2-miler in the country also happens to be autistic https://www.yahoo.com/parenting/high-school-runner-is-making-history-and-not-121290053922.html
06/09/2015 An evidence based drug free treatment for insomnia. http://www.nytimes.com/2015/06/09/upshot/the-evidence-points-to-a-better-way-to-fight-insomnia.html?hpw&rref=upshot&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&module=well-region&region=bottom-well&WT.nav=bottom-well&_r=0&abt=0002&abg=1
06/08/2015 The resilience and spirit of crisis workers. http://www.cnn.com/2015/05/29/living/crisis-workers-well-being-feat/index.html
06/08/2015 Mindful eating http://www.cnn.com/videos/health/2015/04/09/cnn-orig-living-to-100-stop-mindless-eating.cnn
06/03/2015 Fascinating research on how the brain builds predictions. Skinner's model has limits. https://gma.yahoo.com/derrick-coleman-life-deaf-nfl-player-making-no-123836657.html#
05/30/2015 The best psychology writer you have never heard of. Milwaukee's Phillip Chard http://www.jsonline.com/features/advice/be-the-master-of-the-internet-not-its-servant-b99507716z1-305463791.html
05/25/2015 Yoga reduces impulsivity and aggression in inmates. http://www.scientificamerican.com/article/yoga-lowers-inmates-aggression-and-anxiety/
05/23/2015 How pets help kids with Autism. http://nymag.com/scienceofus/2015/01/how-pets-help-kids-with-autism.html?mid=yahooparenting
05/21/2015 Doctor who is deaf, makes patients feel heard. http://www.cnn.com/2015/05/20/health/human-factor-philip-zazove/index.html
05/19/2015 Training/tricking the brain to eat healthy portions http://www.cnn.com/2015/05/04/health/avoid-portion-distortion/index.html
05/18/2015 Interesting research on the effects of being in a long term relationship. http://finance.yahoo.com/news/science-says-5-things-happen-172300387.html
05/17/2015 A nice article on mindfulness http://www.huffingtonpost.com/deborah-schoeberlein/practice-mindfulness-for_b_7301336.html?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000592
05/13/2015 Another study demonstrates the Mediterranean Diet to benefit brain health. http://news.yahoo.com/brain-health-benefits-mediterranean-diet-confirmed-study-202818449.html
05/08/2015 A large and growing body of science, from our best schools show Transcendental Meditation has a wide variety of real benefits. http://www.tm.org/research-on-meditation
05/05/2015 UCLA begins large study on sports related concussions and brain health. http://abcnews.go.com/Health/video/ucla-unveils-concussion-study-of-football-players-30812668
05/02/2015 Yoga for better sleep. http://www.yogajournal.com/slideshow/15-poses-help-sleep-better/
04/25/2015 A number of studies have found people tend to become happier as they age. Why? http://www.cnn.com/2015/04/24/health/old-people-happy/index.html
04/21/2015 Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy versus drug treatment an interesting study. http://newsdaily.com/2015/04/mindfulness-therapy-as-good-as-medication-for-chronic-depression-study/
04/19/2015 The Mayo clinic on exercise's capacity to help people coping with anxiety and depression http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/depression/in-depth/depression-and-exercise/art-20046495
04/17/2015 Microsoft seeking to recruit people with Autism ( or more accurately probably recruit more on the spectrum) http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-32204999
04/15/2015 An intriguing study on the immune system and Alzheimer's http://www.sciencedaily.com/videos/158d4d70f8ec23fb337e14bee2c113be.htm
04/12/2015 Healthy use of Facebook improves mental health http://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2015/04/ways-to-use-facebook-without-feeling-depressed/389916/
04/07/2015 Catching Autism early can improve outcomes. http://medicalxpress.com/news/2015-04-young-children-autism.html
04/02/2015 New research on mood lifting affects of being outdoors http://finance.yahoo.com/news/psychologists-discover-simplest-way-boost-153100610.html
03/25/2015 Can memories survive outside of the brain? http://www.theverge.com/2015/3/18/8225321/memory-research-flatworm-cannibalism-james-mcconnell-michael-levin
03/25/2015 Another step forward in understanding Autism. http://www.theverge.com/2015/3/25/8288671/autism-causes-genetic-research-study-women
03/24/2015 A great school for kids with Autism. http://www.rebeccaschool.org/
03/21/2015 A more realistic approach in conceptualizing psychotic disorders http://www.behaviorismandmentalhealth.com/2014/12/15/understanding-psychosis-another-milestone/
03/17/2015 Another step forward in understanding Schizophrenia and Autism. http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2015/03/16/393351760/clues-to-autism-schizophrenia-emerge-from-cerebellum-research
03/15/2015 Five habits of emotionally healthy people. https://www.yahoo.com/health/5-habits-of-emotionally-intelligent-people-113512674638.html
03/13/2015 Reaching math students one at a time http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/03/13/reaching-math-students-one-by-one/?action=click&contentCollection=Opinion&module=MostEmailed&version=Full&region=Marginalia&src=me&pgtype=article
03/08/2015 The Charlie Rose Brain Series kicks off season three. Hands down best series on brain science. http://www.charlierose.com/
03/07/2015 Girls and Autism an intriguing article. http://www.newscientist.com/article/mg22530110.300-how-many-girls-mask-autism-spectrum-disorder-like-me.html?cmpid=RSS%7CNSNS%7C2012-GLOBAL%7Chealth#.VPrm35U5BMs
03/01/2015 Simple dress leads to surge in interest of how color, light and visual processing, great lesson from Steven Pinker https://www.dropbox.com/s/hmc3zq4czkzpmt6/Devil%20with%20the%20Blue%20Dress%20On%20explanation.pdf?dl=0
02/27/2015 An interesting study on extroversion subtypes and the brain. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/02/150225210113.htm
02/26/2015 More evidence micronutrients can benefit people coping with a wide range of mental illnesses http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/02/150225094109.htm
02/25/2015 Progress in limiting heroin use, opiates have been around for along time http://www.nytimes.com/2015/02/26/us/as-vermont-tackles-heroin-addiction-progress-is-measured-in-baby-steps.html?hp&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&module=second-column-region&region=top-news&WT.nav=top-news
02/20/2015 New types of brain cells identified http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/02/150219141333.htm
02/16/2015 The Computational Theory of Mind http://plato.stanford.edu/entries/computational-mind/
02/15/2015 Russell Simmons on happiness and meditation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPgMljKnOKE
02/12/2015 How we might better communicate about vaccines. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/02/150211082941.htm
02/10/2015 New more controlled and study finds marijuana doesn't cause structural changes to the brain. Don't smoke but if you have don't worry. http://www.jneurosci.org/content/35/4/1505.abstract
02/09/2015 Free yoga and meditation resource http://anmolmehta.com/blog/classes-online/
02/08/2015 With just a click you can tell Yahoo News Person First Language should be a journalistic standard. Full disclosure, the editorial is mine. https://yahoo.uservoice.com/forums/206380-us-homepage/suggestions/7062976-person-first-language
02/04/2015 Sam Harris and Michael Schermer discuss human progress and potential outlined in great new book The Moral Arc.
02/01/2015 Knowing Your Personal Creed, nice article. https://www.integrativepro.com/Resources/Integrative-Blog/2015/Knowing-Your-Personal-Creed-Set-Up-For-Success
01/29/2015 Intriguing study on underlying genetic mechanisms in mental illness. Caution in interrupting is warranted prevalence rates vary widely by culture. Genes are not destiny. http://medicalxpress.com/news/2015-01-biological-mechanisms-schizophrenia-bipolar-disorder.html
01/27/2015 The strengths people with mental illness have and find. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jonathan-friesen/the-six-blessings-of-ment_b_6507178.html
01/26/2015 Many apples a day keep the blues away. http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/bjhp.12021/abstract?deniedAccessCustomisedMessage=&userIsAuthenticated=false
01/19/2015 Conversations on compassion https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39C_93OkzVQ
01/16/2015 Progress in understanding Fragile X Syndrome. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/01/150116134731.htm
01/15/2015 Habits of successful people are open to all. https://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/post/107909981712/7-daily-habits-of-hugely-successful-people
01/11/2015 Want to distress? check your email less. http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/the-intersect/wp/2014/12/08/stressed-try-checking-your-e-mail-less/
01/10/2015 Can simple medical test detect burnout before it happens? that would be useful http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/02/110222082734.htm
01/08/2015 Schizophrenia treatment about to improve? http://finance.yahoo.com/video/schizophrenia-breakthrough-194700604.html
01/04/2015 Can psychology improve our resolve? ...yes http://abcnews.go.com/Health/science-nailing-years-resolution/story?id=27716303
01/03/2015 Magnesium and the mind(brain) http://www.cnn.com/2014/12/31/health/magnesium-deficiency-health/index.html
12/29/2014 Meditation and DNA http://ecosalon.com/benefits-of-meditation-study-shows-it-changes-your-dna/
12/28/2014 Cop pulls girl over....gives coolest ticket ever. http://www.cosmopolitan.com/lifestyle/news/a34671/this-17-year-old-was-pulled-over-by-a-cop/
12/25/2014 Fox News on breath work and anxiety. http://www.foxnews.com/health/2014/12/25/breathing-exercise-that-may-reduce-anxiety/
12/20/2014 On the science of humility. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/12/141218210104.htm
12/18/2014 Better understanding and preventing anxiety in teens. http://www.latimes.com/science/sciencenow/la-sci-sn-teen-anxiety-20141217-story.html
12/16/2014 Improving lives and protecting brains, aerobic exercise for people who have suffered a stroke https://www.acsm.org/docs/current-comments/enduranceexerciseandstroke.pdf
12/15/2014 60 minutes explores the benefits of mindfulness http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/12/14/60-minutes-mindfulness_n_6324184.html?ir=Healthy+Living
12/13/2014 How successful people deal with stress. http://finance.yahoo.com/news/successful-people-handle-stress-100000553.html
12/12/2014 Better understanding how people develop psychosis. http://medicalxpress.com/news/2014-12-scientists-zeroing-psychosis-factors.html
12/10/2014 Cautious optimism and concern on ketamine and treating severe depression. This is a (scientific) debate worth having. http://www.nytimes.com/2014/12/10/business/special-k-a-hallucinogen-raises-hopes-and-concerns-as-a-treatment-for-depression.html?_r=1
12/08/2014 An interesting and hopeful study on mindfulness's power to help persons coping with opioid addiction. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/12/141205142434.htm
12/07/2014 Playing to the strengths of people with ADHD. http://finance.yahoo.com/news/having-adhd-could-surprising-benefits-143500543.html
12/04/2014 Measuring children's brain response to hugging may yield better understanding and capacity to diagnosis to treat Autism. http://www.mcall.com/news/nationworld/pennsylvania/mc-pa-brain-activity-and-autism-20141202-story.html
12/01/2014 In the long run science trumps social norms and that is a good thing. Waking up to head trauma and sports. https://www.yahoo.com/health/the-hangover-workout-103657667663.html
11/30/2014 The CDC on Person First Language. http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/disabilityandhealth/pdf/disabilityposter_photos.pdf
11/24/2014 Landmark study on psychotherapy's capacity to reduce suicide ( full disclosure I am a psychotherapist). https://www.yahoo.com/health/talk-therapy-substantially-reduces-suicide-risk-study-103464899092.html
11/23/2014 Atheists 10 commandments http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/11/22/atheist-ten-commandments_n_6198734.html?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000592
11/19/2014 Study finds Turmeric may protect memory in people with diabetes. http://medicalxpress.com/news/2014-11-turmeric-memory-people-cognitive-impairment.html
11/16/2014 New font helping people coping with dyslexia read. http://abcnews.go.com/Health/innovative-font-dyslexics-read/story?id=26860105
11/15/2014 Great talk on free will, bit more from Dan Dennett http://www.ted.com/talks/dan_dennett_on_our_consciousness
11/13/2014 The NIH on Vitamin D and depression where is all the sunshine? http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2908269/
11/12/2014 Bringing reason to religion, the wisdom of Daniel Dennett http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUeQXmYVamA
11/09/2014 What traits support lasting and healthy relationships? http://www.businessinsider.com/lasting-relationships-rely-on-2-traits-2014-11
11/08/2014 The mindful life of Shinzen Young. http://www.shinzen.org/
11/07/2014 On success and inclusion. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/george-alexander/unintelligent-blacks-why-_b_6094520.html?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000592
11/05/2014 Managing fear and anxiety http://medicalxpress.com/news/2014-11-brain-science-anxiety.html
11/04/2014 An evening with Jon Kabat Zinn. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gViiux9ANMk
11/02/2014 Fresh and useful thinking on ADHD. http://www.nytimes.com/2014/11/02/opinion/sunday/a-natural-fix-for-adhd.html?_r=0
10/31/2014 Another study adds to the overwhelming evidence showing exercise is good for your brain. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/10/141029095205.htm
10/28/2014 Where science and compassion meet.. the work of Dr. Kelly Mcgonigal http://kellymcgonigal.com/
10/26/2014 Largest study of it's kin finds music therapy reduces depression in teens. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/10/141023091841.htm
10/25/2014 The power of positive parenting. https://www.yahoo.com/parenting/how-we-get-discipline-all-wrong-99060461352.html
10/23/2014 Could OTC anti-inflammatory drug be an effective treatment for depression? http://medicalxpress.com/news/2014-10-analgesics-anti-inflammatory-drugs-impact-depression.html
10/19/2014 New front in the war on Alzheimer's http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/10/141016143658.htm
10/18/2014 Great ways to boost happiness. https://screen.yahoo.com/inspiration/science-happiness-life-noggin-ar-160000742.html
10/14/2014 More encouraging evidence on early intervention and Autism. http://hereandnow.wbur.org/2014/10/14/early-intervention-autism
10/13/2014 An intriguing article on The Illusion of The Self. http://us2.campaign-archive2.com/?u=13eb080d8a315477042e0d5b1&id=9c2cc60d9b
10/12/2014 Richard Branson's rules for making tough decisions. http://finance.yahoo.com/news/richard-bransons-4-rules-making-130000360.html
10/11/2014 MIT center for Brains, Minds and Machines is a remarkable institute. http://cbmm.mit.edu/
10/10/2014 Getting the ANTs out a scientific approach to defeating negative/ self-injurious thinking http://www.hr.niu.edu/ServiceAreas/EmployeeAssistance/Downloads/Understanding%20Negative%20Thinking.pdf
10/05/2014 Smarter use of anti depressants possible? http://inhealth.cnn.com/finding-the-best-depression-treatment/if-depression-meds-dont-work-switching-sooner-may-be-better?did=t1_rss1&hpt=hp_bn18
10/03/2014 An intriguing study from UCLA on holistic approach to wellness and reversing Alzheimer's. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/09/140930143446.htm
09/27/2014 Transcendental Meditation improves women's heart health. http://www.tmforwomenshearthealth.org/smoking.php
09/24/2014 Can a simple Iron supplement reduce the likelihood of children developing Autism, an intriguing study. https://www.yahoo.com/health/taking-prenatal-iron-may-lower-your-childs-risk-of-98163648242.html
09/22/2014 The case for delayed adulthood. http://www.nytimes.com/2014/09/21/opinion/sunday/the-case-for-delayed-adulthood.html?action=click&contentCollection=Opinion&module=MostEmailed&version=Full&region=Marginalia&src=me&pgtype=article&_r=0
09/21/2014 Meditation helps kids with ADHD (or without) http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/1047605/this-could-be-the-missing-link-for-adhd-in-kids
09/20/2014 Meditation an effective tool for insomnia http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/06/090609072719.htm
09/16/2014 Better understanding schizophrenia http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2014/09/15/schizophrenia-isn-t-one-disorder-but-eight.html
09/14/2014 Unleashing The Power of Introverts. http://www.npr.org/2012/01/30/145930229/quiet-please-unleashing-the-power-of-introverts
09/12/2014 Exercise before school clearly helps kids coping with ADHD, if exercise were a pill everyone would take it. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/09/140909093701.htm
09/09/2014 The science of building willpower. http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/good-thinking/201306/how-boost-your-willpower
09/06/2014 Can empathy reduce racism? http://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/empathy_reduces_racism
09/02/2014 The surprising and useful science of happiness. http://www.ted.com/talks/dan_gilbert_asks_why_are_we_happy
09/01/2014 Free mediations for play and download from UCLA. http://marc.ucla.edu/body.cfm?id=22
08/31/2014 Natural ways to boost dopamine, mood and health. http://www.naturalhealthadvisory.com/daily/depression-and-anxiety/8-natural-dopamine-boosters-to-overcome-depression/
08/30/2014 Ten commandments for happiness. http://www.chopra.com/ccl/the-10-commandments-of-true-happiness
08/25/2014 A little (not a lot) of video game playing may be good for you. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/08/140804100350.htm
08/24/2014 World class panel has great conversation on mindfulness and science. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5TeWvf-nfpA
08/21/2014 Hatha yoga sharpens older adults minds a remarkable study. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/08/140818113215.htm
08/17/2014 Intriguing new study on early reading raising IQ later in life (genes being equal). http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/07/140724094209.htm
08/16/2014 PBS site offers great resources for teaching kids math. http://www.pbs.org/parents/education/math/
08/12/2014 Athletes who meditate. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/30/athletes-who-meditate-kobe-bryant_n_3347089.html
08/10/2014 Reducing stress good for your skin's health. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/08/140807103642.htm
08/10/2014 A great over view of the brain from Steven Pinker. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdHZl0KMP6o
08/10/2014 Researchers learning ever more on lipids and the brain... eat healthy fats. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/08/140808110838.htm
08/09/2014 Russell Simmons on meditation. http://slumz.boxden.com/f87/russel-simmons-says-that-meditation-can-cure-millions-from-substance-abuse-1672730/
08/07/2014 Narcissists are transparent. http://www.latimes.com/science/sciencenow/la-sci-sn-how-to-identify-a-narcissist-with-one-simple-question-20140805-story.html
08/05/2014 An excellent talk on will power. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5BXuZL1HAg
08/03/2014 Study suggests children whom are pre-term may do well in learning math. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/08/140801091122.htm
07/31/2014 Second order benefits to k4 education. http://www.vox.com/2014/7/30/5952739/the-research-on-how-pre-k-could-reduce-crime
07/30/2014 10 yoga moves to reduce stress. http://www.cnn.com/2014/07/29/health/yoga-reduce-stress/index.html?hpt=hp_t4
07/28/2014 A new study illuminates biological basis for food addiction in women coping with obesity may offer potential new avenues in treating. http://www.jsonline.com/blogs/news/267525381.html
07/25/2014 Yoga for people with (or without) schizophrenia is well demonstrated to improve mental health. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3410202/
07/22/2014 Meditation helps kids coping with ADHD. http://psychcentral.com/news/2011/07/27/transcendental-meditation-lessens-kids-adhd-symptoms/28078.html
07/21/2014 Evidence based ways to have a happier life. http://theweek.com/article/index/264533/7-things-the-worlds-happiest-people-do-every-day
07/20/2014 The NIH's BRAIN initiative. http://www.nih.gov/science/brain/index.htm
07/19/2014 Losing weight helps women reduce depression , healthy eating and exercise matter when it comes to brain health. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/07/140718095735.htm
07/16/2014 A very intriguing and hopeful study on omega 3 fats and avoiding dementia. https://www.yahoo.com/health/fish-oil-boosts-brain-power-says-science-91965585587.html
07/14/2014 Evidence based approach to reducing the risk of Alzheimer disease. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/07/140714104058.htm
07/13/2014 Setting healthy routines will improve anyone's life, including persons with Bi-Polar disorder. http://inhealth.cnn.com/the-bipolar-disorder-diaries/5-routine-elements-for-managing-bipolar-disorder?redirect=beme
07/09/2014 A number of psychological treatments have been demonstrated to be effective treatments for PTSD. http://ptsd.about.com/od/treatment/a/PTSDtreatments.htm
07/08/2014 Exercise clearly helps learning and cognition. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/06/140619095922.htm
07/06/2014 Can meditation improve sin health and make us look younger? https://www.yahoo.com/beauty/can-meditation-really-make-you-look-younger-90067664553.html
07/05/2014 An intriguing new study in JAMA on cognitive exercise and delaying or preventing dementia, use your head. http://www.medpagetoday.com/Neurology/Dementia/46486
07/03/2014 Mindfulness is an effective treatment for reducing pain. http://psychcentral.com/lib/using-mindfulness-to-approach-chronic-pain/00016290
06/29/2014 A great case made for evidence-based optimism. http://www.psypost.org/2014/06/implacable-optimism-steven-pinker-on-human-nature-violence-feminism-and-religion-26068
06/28/2014 People with severe mental illness respond well to anti-smoking efforts. http://inhealth.healthgrades.com/getting-schizophrenia-under-control/why-do-so-many-schizophrenics-smoke?did=t1_rss1&hpt=he_bn9
06/26/2014 Can you make yourself more likeable. http://www.inc.com/john-brandon/how-to-be-more-likable-in-10-easy-steps_1.html?cid=readmore
06/24/2014 A new study illuminates our brains on writing, found this on Steve Pinker's blog. http://www.nytimes.com/2014/06/19/science/researching-the-brain-of-writers.html?smid=tw-share&_r=0
06/22/2014 Like anyone else, people with schizophrenia can improve their physical and mental health with good nutrition and exercise. http://inhealth.cnn.com/getting-schizophrenia-under-control/exercise-and-nutrition-needs-for-people-with-schizophrenia?p=2
06/19/2014 No evidence ADHD drugs increase risk of suicide. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/06/140618111728.htm
06/18/2014 How and why to meditate. http://www.how-to-meditate.org/
06/16/2014 Reducing racial bias in schools. http://racialmicroaggressions.weebly.com/blog/reducing-microaggressions-two-intervention-strategies
06/15/2014 Temple Grandin on the value of diversity in thinking styles. http://www.ted.com/talks/temple_grandin_the_world_needs_all_kinds_of_minds
06/08/2014 Do Omega 3 fats offer promise in treating or preventing childhood mood disorders? http://medicalcenter.osu.edu/mediaroom/releases/Pages/Omega-3,-Psychotherapy-May-Help-Kids-With-Bipolar,-Depression.aspx
06/07/2014 Metacognitive therapy's promise in treating anxiety. http://www.mct-institute.com/news/new-independent-study-finds-metacognitive-therapy-be-more-effective-treating-worry-and
06/05/2014 A very thoughtful conversation between Alan Alda and Robert Sapolsky on brain science an building a better criminal justice system. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cx8xEUYrb74
06/01/2014 Ten minutes on mindfulness. https://www.ted.com/talks/andy_puddicombe_all_it_takes_is_10_mindful_minutes#t-124316
05/26/2014 The Healing Power of Mindfulness a great talk from Jon Kabat Zinn. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_If4a-gHg_I
05/25/2014 Surprising ways music effects the brain. http://blog.bufferapp.com/music-and-the-brain
05/24/2014 Living history a great way to learn it. http://www.euronews.com/2014/05/23/living-history-to-learn-and-retain-it/
05/19/2014 Arron Beck founder of Cognitive Therapies. http://www.beckinstitute.org/aaron-beck/
05/18/2014 One of America's best writers and therapists, Phillip Chard. The link to local column leads to trove of great articles. http://www.philipchard.com/#!bio/c1ktj
05/17/2014 Your brain on meditation. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/05/140515095545.htm
05/11/2014 A nice short talk on positive thinking. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWFObD9XsmE
05/10/2014 Great web site for info and free resources on mental health. http://www.haveigotaproblem.com/
05/08/2014 Mass General Mind Body Institute reducing stress related illness. http://www.massgeneral.org/bhi/
05/07/2014 Is there a geniuses in all of us? http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-12140064
05/05/2014 The 30 most influential psychologists today. http://www.bestmastersinpsychology.com/30-most-influential-psychologists-working-today/
05/04/2014 Better understanding the role of genetics and environment in autism. http://uk.reuters.com/article/2014/05/03/us-health-autism-idUKKBN0DJ0H020140503
05/03/2014 Cognitive Behavioral therapy is a very effective treatment for children experiencing depression or anxiety. http://www.psychiatrictimes.com/articles/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-childhood-anxiety-and-depression
04/26/2014 An intriguing pilot study on omega 3 fats and children with autism. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19702497
04/20/2014 Better understanding the confidence gap between men and women. http://www.theatlantic.com/features/archive/2014/04/the-confidence-gap/359815/
04/19/2014 Can vitamin D supplements reduce cognitive decline associated with aging? http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/04/140415111314.htm
04/14/2014 There is a remarkable (and growing) amount of evidence on exercise's capacity to improve brian/mental health. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1470658/
04/13/2014 The remarkable life of Thich Nhat Hanh http://plumvillage.org/about/thich-nhat-hanh/
04/11/2014 Dan Amen on beating anxiety and depression. http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/sane-way-beat-anxiety-and-depression?page=2
04/08/2014 What is mindfulness. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoLQ3qkh0w0
04/05/2014 Spike in autism numbers may be due to increased awareness. http://www.scientificamerican.com/article/spike-in-autism-numbers-might-reflect-rise-in-awareness/
04/01/2014 Meditation and fertility. http://cnyfertility.com/meditation-for-fertility/
03/30/2014 Good advice for new parents. http://news.yahoo.com/guidelines-visits-fun-stressed-parents-050007911.html
03/27/2014 Better understanding neurological underpinnings of autism. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/03/140325190714.htm
03/24/2014 Meditation may be best high http://www.huffingtonpost.com/ora-nadrich/meditation-is-the-best-hi_b_5014539.html
03/23/2014 On sleep and well being. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHxvARky-zY
03/22/2014 Creativity versus the Quants an intriguing article. http://www.nytimes.com/2014/03/22/opinion/egan-creativity-vs-quants.html?src=me&module=Ribbon&version=context&region=Header&action=click&contentCollection=Most%20Emailed&pgtype=article
03/17/2014 22 great gratitude exercises. http://daringtolivefully.com/gratitude-exercises
03/16/2014 A night with Jon Kabat-Zinn. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gViiux9ANMk
03/15/2014 If free will is an illusion does effort and choice matter? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRIcbsRXQ0o
03/12/2014 ON mindfulness and compassion. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJ9UtuWfs3U
03/11/2014 You can use the tools of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to reduce stress. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEsYiCDoJks
03/10/2014 How mindfulness can improve your life. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJjyrzqkXrE#
03/09/2014 An intriguing new study on vitamin D and Autism. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/02/140226110836.htm
03/08/2014 Why we don't throw virgins in volcanos any more. http://www.cnn.com/2014/03/05/world/steven-pinker-interview/
03/02/2014 The Mind Institute. http://www.mind.org.uk/
03/01/2014 SPECT scans may help fine tune and better treat ADHD. http://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/childhood-adhd/types-of-adhd?page=2
02/23/2014 Remarkable case study in personal transformation. http://www.cnn.com/2014/02/10/health/weight-loss-mario-colao-irpt/index.html?hpt=he_bn1
02/19/2014 What IQ tests do and don't tell us. http://www.cnn.com/2014/02/19/health/iq-score-meaning/index.html?hpt=hp_t3
02/17/2014 An interesting talk on nutrition and ADHD. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2utqmVGPCt0
02/16/2014 Healing those coping with obsessive thoughts. http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/two-minute-shrink/201006/taming-obsessive-thoughts
02/16/2014 Dr. Andrew Weil on ADHD. http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/ART00645/Attention-Deficit-Hyperactivity-Disorder.html
02/15/2014 More evidence on quitting smoking benefiting mental health. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/02/140211211129.htm
02/08/2014 Healthy foods for a healthy brain. http://www.dailyrx.com/slideshow/foods-boost-brain-power?utm_source=Synacor-Network&utm_medium=Syndication&sig=2650de730ba57c8771881051ce250b1ae0180475
02/06/2014 Better understanding the neurology of higher intelligence. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/02/140205212015.htm
02/03/2014 Understanding cognitive distortions very helpful in treating and preventing depression. http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/sideways-view/201311/distorted-thinking
02/02/2014 Yoga helps reduce irregular heartbeats. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/tag/yoga-irregular-heartbeat
02/01/2014 The older adult brain may get more fuller than slower. http://newoldage.blogs.nytimes.com/2014/01/27/the-older-mind-may-just-be-a-fuller-mind/?action=click&contentCollection=Opinion&module=MostEmailed&version=Full&region=Marginalia&src=me&pgtype=article
01/26/2014 An intriguing study on fish oils and brain volume. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/01/140122170541.htm
01/25/2014 More info on meditation and infertility. http://dailyheal.com/meditation-news/can-meditation-help-with-infertility/
01/21/2014 The APA position on omega 3 fats. http://www.currentpsychiatry.com/home/article/omega-3-fatty-acids-for-psychiatric-illness/21b3766b86f37caa92fb4aec3f6cc4e9.html
01/19/2014 Remarkable study suggests lowering stress may improve fertility and prenatal care. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/05/10/lowering-stress-improves-fertility-treatment/?partner=rss&emc=rss
01/18/2014 Can Omega 3 fats improve outcomes in traumatic brain injury? NIH paper http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22867826... Sanjay Gupta piece http://ac360.blogs.cnn.com/2014/01/17/can-omega-3-help-the-brain-recover-from-serious-injury/
01/16/2014 Understanding the cognitive distortions invariably involved with Social Anxiety Disorder. http://www.succeedsocially.com/cognitivedistortions
01/142014 Cautious optimism about better understanding teen brain trauma and football, leading to reduction in damaging young brains, no excuses. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/football-high/attention-players-parents-coaches/
01/13/2014 Ultrasounds may be able to improve brain function. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/01/140112190729.htm
01/12/2014 Mindfulness for adults with autism. http://www.autismandmindfulness.org/Mindfulness%20in%20ASD%20autism%20advocate.pdf
01/05/2013 Interesting new research on why we make mistakes when trying to follow logical rules. http://www.news.wisc.edu/22416
01/02/2014 New study on vitamin E and Alzheimer's http://thechart.blogs.cnn.com/2013/12/31/study-vitamin-e-may-help-alzheimers-patients/?hpt=he_c2.
12/29/2013 Coping with and over coming food addiction. http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-12-26/utilities-feeling-rooftop-solar-heat-start-fighting-back.html?cmpid=yhoo
12/28/2013 Eight habits of happy people. http://www.mnn.com/health/fitness-well-being/stories/8-unexpected-habits-of-happy-people?hpt=hp_bn18
12/25/2013 Impressive young man with Autism finds his voice. https://www.facebook.com/autismspeaks/posts/156515047744010
12/22/2013 Way to succeed at work and school with schizophrenia. http://inhealth.cnn.com/getting-schizophrenia-under-control/ways-to-succeed-at-work-or-school-with-schizophrenia?did=t1_rss1
12/16/2013 Healthy habits which reduce dementia risk. http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/news/articles/healthy-habits-reduce-dementia-risk-12191.html
12/15/2013 Can increasing physical fitness reduce PTSD risk. http://abcnews.go.com/Health/Healthday/story?id=7362001&page=1
12/14/2013 A vaccine for PTSD? http://news.discovery.com/human/health/could-a-vaccine-for-ptsd-protect-soldiers-131016.htm
12/10/2013 Another fascinating study on genes and meditation. http://www.news.wisc.edu/22370
12/08/2013 The upside of hardship. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/12/06/divorce-study_n_4400900.html
12/07/2013 Meditation's effect on genetic expression. http://hms.harvard.edu/news/genetics/mind-body-genomics-5-1-13
12/02/2013 A promising early detection system for Autism. http://www.wsbtv.com/news/news/local/new-breakthrough-autism-diagnosing/nbj4Z/
12/01/2013 An interesting and hopeful pilot program, in business start ups, for people with disabilities. http://www.jsonline.com/news/opinion/beyond-job-placement-for-people-with-disabilities-b99150218z1-233386751.html
11/30/2013 Mother's exercise may boost babies brains. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/11/20/mothers-exercise-may-boost-babys-brain/?src=me&_r=1
11/25/2013 You are not Your Brain an excellent talk by UCLA researcher Jeffery Swartz. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qcrGlUHlu4M
11/23/2013 Combination of Motrin and cannabis to prevent Alzheimer's (without getting high/impaired)? http://health.yahoo.net/articles/alzheimers/can-one-pill-reduce-haze-medical-marijuana-use
11/20/2013 There all sorts of down sides with illicit drugs, however some may hold benefits in treating psychological illnesses, EBO's take stay off them, and stay tuned.. http://news.yahoo.com/6-party-drugs-may-health-benefits-141052552.html
11/19/2013 Does trying to be happier help? Yes according to two well designed studies. http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/pdf/10.1080/17439760.2012.747000
11/18/2013 Dr. Amen on optimizing brain function, he is on PBS regularly, worth watching. http://www.creativityatwork.com/7-ways-to-optimize-your-brain-your-life/
11/17/2013 The Mayo clinic on stress. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/stress-management/MY00435
11/14/2013 A new study on aerobic exercise and brain health in seniors, keep moving. http://t.healthyliving.msn.com/health-wellness/aging/aerobics-might-boost-brain-health-for-older-adults
11/11/2013 Married people are healthier and safer. http://health.yahoo.net/experts/dayinhealth/are-married-people-healthier-singles
11/09/2013 12 year old intern takes two days to deliver remarkable achievement, kids now days. http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/this-could-be-big-abc-news/robotics-ceo-12-old-wiz-smart-ph-ds-194012375.html?vp=1
11/05/2013 More on meditation and depression. http://www.nhs.uk/news/2008/12December/Pages/Meditationanddepression.aspx
11/04/2013 A better narrative for dying. http://www.ted.com/talks/amanda_bennett_a_heroic_narrative_for_letting_go.html
11/03/2013 The Reach of The Imagination, timeless piece from Jacob Brownowski. http://www.public.iastate.edu/~bccorey/105%20Folder/The%20Reach%20of%20Imagine.pdf
10/30/2013 Can schools improve boy's education? http://ideas.time.com/2013/10/28/what-schools-can-do-to-help-boys-succeed/
10/28/2013 Duke experts ponder brains on trial. http://sites.duke.edu/dukeresearch/2013/09/13/3640/
10/27/2013 Confronting doctor's bias with patients whom are obese may improve care and outcomes. http://www.amednews.com/article/20130902/profession/130909988/4/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=&utm_campaign=20131021
10/26/2013 The mismatch between fear and actual danger is often large. http://www.nytimes.com/2013/10/22/opinion/fear-vs-radiation-the-mismatch.html?smid=tw-share&_r=0
10/21/2013 Dean Ornish on making mindful choices. http://www.latimes.com/health/la-he-five-questions-ornish-20130223,0,7241280.story
10/20/2013 Try this, Humming Breath. http://www.latimes.com/health/la-he-try-this-humming-breath-20130223,0,3403301.story
10/19/2013 The Lovaas Institute an excellent site for behavioral therapies benefiting children with Autism. http://www.lovaas.com/
10/15/2013 The morning rituals of successful people. http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/5-things-super-successful-people-8-am-190800886.html
10/14/2013 Great talk from Martin Seilgman on flourishing. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0LbwEVnfJA
10/13/2013 Mouse study offers more hope in understanding and treating Alzheimer's. http://news.yahoo.com/lab-mice-breakthrough-offers-alzheimers-hope-092440373.html
10/07/2013 Are Franklin's virtues useful for all Americans? http://vimeo.com/36453876
10/06/2013 Healthier behaviors reducing obesity rates in teenagers. http://www.latimes.com/science/sciencenow/la-sci-teen-obesity-habits-improve-20130916,0,6875549.story
10/5/2013 Reading (good) fiction may improve social skills. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/10/03/i-know-how-youre-feeling-i-read-chekhov/?src=me&ref=general
10/01/2013 Aerobic exercise and major depression. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1724301/
09/30/2013 James Flynn on the rise of IQ and abstract reasoning. Great talk. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vpqilhW9uI
09/28/2013 The Linus Pauling Institute research on memory and aging. http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/hap/nmda-receptor.html
09/23/2013 Great talk with Howard Gardner and Steven Pinker at Harvard. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UdMcWcGPiPg
09/17/2013 Mindfullness in Schools a new and welcome project. http://mindfulnessinschools.org/
09/16/2013 Losing weight helps reduce depressive feelings/symptoms. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/07/090727102028.htm
09/15/2013 Letting go of the inner critic, a nice piece from Phillip Chard. http://www.jsonline.com/features/health/philip-chard-getting-the-inner-critic-to-back-off-1p9ahqd-200797901.html
09/11/2013 Teaching kids mindfulness reduces ADHD symptoms. http://psychcentral.com/news/2013/09/09/teaching-kids-mindfulness-improves-their-attention/59355.html
09/08/2013 Depression rates declining in older adults. http://psychcentral.com/news/2013/07/12/depression-rates-drop-in-many-adult-age-groups/57103.html
09/06/2013 Omega 3 fats and Borderline Personality Disorder. http://ajp.psychiatryonline.org/article.aspx?articleID=175972
09/05/2013 The power of cognitive stimulation in slowing the progress of dementia. http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/758817
09/02/2013 Brain Facts a new and promising website. http://www.brainfacts.org/
08/31/2013 Better understanding the role of autoimmune disease and autism. http://sfari.org/news-and-opinion/news/2013/large-study-links-autism-to-autoimmune-disease-in-mothers
08/29/2013 The three Laws of Behavioral Genetics. http://people.virginia.edu/~ent3c/papers2/three_laws.pdf
08/25/2013 Can coffee help prevent depression? http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2378708/Could-coffee-help-prevent-depression-Two-cups-day-reduces-risk-suicide-50.html
08/24/2013 Better time management may make for a happier retirement. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/08/130822112140.htm
08/19/2013 Smoking-Cessation classes reduce psychiatric patients rehospitalization rates. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/08/130815172337.htm
08/18/2013 Eye function measures may improve early detection of Alzheimers disease. http://www.cnn.com/2013/08/17/health/alzheimers-test-eye/index.html?hpt=hp_t2
08/17/2013 2-minute habit appears to help prevent dementia. http://health.yahoo.net/experts/dayinhealth/2-minute-habit-may-prevent-alzheimers
08/17/2013 Another reason to get the kids off soda. http://shine.yahoo.com/back-to-school/soda-linked-to-aggression-in-little-kids--study-finds-185802176.html
08/14/2013 Brain scans showing promise for better understanding and diagnosisng dyslexia. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/08/130813201424.htm
08/13/2013 Research on speech therapy for persons with cerebal palsey is impressive and growing. http://www.epi.msu.edu/cpon/presentations/collaborative/Hidecker%20CPCollab%20CFCS%20101810.pdf
08/12/2013 Meditation may help smokers quit according to new study. http://www.latimes.com/news/science/sciencenow/la-sci-sn-meditation-may-help-reduce-smoking-20130806,0,900850.story
08/06/2013 Intresting review of Destructive Emotions an excellent book on the collaberation between Buddist and scientific leaders. http://blogs.dickinson.edu/buddhistethics/files/2010/04/coseru04.pdf
08/04/2013 The value of plain packaging in reducing smoking. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/07/130722202922.htm
07/30/2013 The power of gesturing in increasing the cognitive capacity of children. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/07/130726191735.htm
07/27/2013 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is an effective treatment for schizophrenia. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2811142/
07/24/2013 Can introverts improve their own emotional well-being? http://finance.yahoo.com/news/how-an-introvert-can-be-happier--act-like-an-extrovert--175713001.html
07/21/2013 Yale TED talk You are already awesome. http://medicine.yale.edu/psychiatry/YTNC/index.aspx
07/20/2013 Dementia rates in decline as public health and levels of education improve, researchers optimistic about power of lifestyle to increase brain health. http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/health/july-dec13/dementia_07-17.html
07/16/2013 Test yourself for implicit bias. http://www.tolerance.org/activity/test-yourself-hidden-bia
07/15/2013 How expectations guide us, beyond the placebo, nice talk. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-pjVS6-OYkY
07/14/2013 Genius Grant awarded to VA psychatrist whom uses Greek mythology to heal vets. http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=14682035
07/13/2013 Turning down the volumne of distractions with meditation. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/04/110421122337.htm
07/11/2013 Study suggests many Americans less depressed. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/07/130710142042.htm
07/08/2013 Good interview with Martin Seilgman on Positive Psychology and spirtuality. http://wendyschuman.com/articles/the-psychology-of-real-happiness-interview-with-dr-martin-seligman/
07/07/2013 Does meditation increase empathy and compassion? http://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/07/opinion/sunday/the-morality-of-meditation.html?ref=opinion&_r=0
07/06/2013 Fatty acids now common in formula may improve kid's mental speed. http://news.yahoo.com/fatty-acids-formula-linked-quick-thinking-kids-195825033.html
07/04/2013 Cognitive therapy pioneer David Burns, great interview does start little slow. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33G1Aue4cP8
07/02/2013 Yale researchers use brain imaging to study Pivotal Response Therapy's effects and benefits. http://psychcentral.com/news/2013/02/15/brain-imaging-suggests-particular-therapy-may-aid-autism/51624.html
06/30/2013 14 great quotes from The Art of Happiness. http://www.goodreads.com/work/quotes/1651617-the-art-of-happiness-a-handbook-for-living
06/27/2013 Music therapy and MS. http://inhealth.cnn.com/managing-multiple-sclerosis/music-therapy-for-multiple-sclerosis?did=t1_rss1&hpt=he_bn9
06/26/2013 Positive psychology in practice. http://www.health.harvard.edu/newsweek/positive-psychology-in-practice.htm
06/25/2013 More on the rise in IQ http://www.princeton.edu/~achaney/tmve/wiki100k/docs/Flynn_effect.html
06/17/2013 What makes a great leader? ....more than just high IQ. http://hbr.org/2004/01/what-makes-a-leader
06/10/2013 Meditation may help put insommnia to bed. http://health.usnews.com/health-news/family-health/sleep/articles/2009/06/09/meditation-may-help-put-primary-insomnia-to-bed
06/08/2013 Training the brain to stress less. http://www.cnn.com/2012/10/18/health/train-brain-stress-enayati/index.html
06/06/2013 Better understanding and treatment for OCD may be here. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/06/130606154712.htm
06/04/2013 Is it possible to lose alot of weight, gain alot of health and save money all at the same time? yes it is , score one for the power of positive thinking, well done. http://health.yahoo.net/experts/yourbestfitness/99-cent-diet-could-it-work-you
06/02/2013 Preventing strokes. http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/stroke/preventing_stroke.htm#Treatable
05/28/2013 For people whom have them, stress can trigger falling back on good habits. http://healthland.time.com/2013/05/27/stress-can-lead-to-good-habits-too/
05/27/2013 The value of being a less controling parent, caution may be warrented as I don't think the researchers controlled for genetic influance. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/02/130204184718.htm
05/26/2013 You can't Unlearn The Progress You Have Made. Great article. http://psychcentral.com/blog/archives/2012/08/16/you-cant-unlearn-the-progress-youve-made/
05/23/2013 The how and why of effective altruism. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Diuv3XZQXyc&feature=em-subs_digest&list=TL4s26hoORBLg
05/20/2013 National Academy of Science reports inexpensive vitamin supplement may slow down onset of dementia. http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-05-20/vitamins-that-cost-pennies-a-day-seen-delaying-dementia.html?cmpid=yhoo
05/19/2013 Great optical illusions from photographer Erik Johannsen. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/16/optical-illusion-photos-erik-johansson_n_3274325.html?ir=Arts
05/18/2013 The value of vulnerability. http://www.forbes.com/sites/danschawbel/2013/04/21/brene-brown-how-vulnerability-can-make-our-lives-better/
05/16/2013 Brain scans predict which kids coping with anxiety disorder will respond to talk therapy. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/11/101114161834.htm
05/14/2013 Researchers gain better understanding of dysregulated sleep in depression. http://news.yahoo.com/brains-clock-disrupted-depressed-people-190454699.html
05/13/2013 The orgins of morals. http://www.cnn.com/2013/05/07/health/lifes-work-de-waal/index.html?hpt=hp_bn17
05/12/2013 Why all the fuss over DSM-V? http://www.nytimes.com/2013/05/12/opinion/sunday/why-the-fuss-over-the-dsm-5.html?smid=tw-share&_r=0
05/08/2013 Music therapy may help premature babies. http://www.usatoday.com/media/cinematic/video/2133701/music-therapy-may-help-premature-babies/
05/07/2013 Better understanding neural growth's role in recovering from depression. http://healthland.time.com/2013/03/20/its-all-in-the-nerves-how-to-really-treat-depression/?iid=obnetwork
05/05/2013 First person: Living with schizophrena. http://news.yahoo.com/first-person-schziophrenia-cant-live-shadows-221800625.html
05/02/2013 Reserachers gain better understanding of how single brain cells track where we are. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/05/130503094954.htm
04/28/2013 Pioneering cognitive therapist David Burns on Feeling Good. http://www.feelinggood.com/
04/25/2013 The not so normal path 5 year old Mensa member took to learn reading (at 18 months) http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/sideshow/5-old-mensa-member-learned-read-while-using-192904073.htm
04/22/2013 Lost your keys? Scientists are gaining better understanding of how your brain organizies search party. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/04/130421153844.htm
04/17/2013 Mayo Clinic's position on aerobic exercises' capacity to prevent dementia. We have every reason to be optimisitic about the benefits of sensible exercise. http://www.mayoclinic.org/news2011-rst/6432.html
04/15/2013 Alturism the rule of reciprocation that binds us. http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2012/11/26/165570502/give-and-take-how-the-rule-of-reciprocation-binds-us
04/09/2013 Do we need God to be moral ? http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/god-moral/story?id=18898993
04/08/2013 Autism link to violence is a myth. http://www.cnn.com/2013/04/06/opinion/robison-autism-violence/index.html?iid=article_sidebar
04/07/2013 Richard Davidson and Sharon Begley on NPR discussing the emotional life of your brain. http://thedianerehmshow.org/shows/2012-03-14/richard-davidson-sharon-begley-emotional-life-your-brain
04/06/2013 Can autism be detected in babies? http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-1381498/Autism-screening-test-detect-disorder-babies-just-minutes.html
04/01/2013 Do we need belief in free will to act ethically? http://whyevolutionistrue.wordpress.com/2013/03/24/does-eroding-belief-in-free-will-cause-cheating-failure-to-replicate-a-famous-result/
03/31/2013 If men are not so bad thank testostorone. http://news.yahoo.com/men-arent-bad-thank-testosterone-094318061--abc-news-tech.html
03/26/2013 CCN's The Human factor great profiles of people whom over come the odds. http://www.cnn.com/2013/03/25/health/human-factor-roff/index.html?hpt=hp_bn13
03/25/2013 An excellent and free online course in psychology from the MIT opencourseware, great resource. http://ocw.mit.edu/courses/brain-and-cognitive-sciences/9-00sc-introduction-to-psychology-fall-2011/index.htm
03/24/2013 Life in the present, the grace of growing older. Nice piece from Leonard Pitts. http://seattletimes.com/html/opinion/2020622041_pittscolumnlifexml.html?syndication=rss
03/18/2013 Are we over-diagnosing mental illness? http://www.cnn.com/2013/03/16/health/mental-illness-overdiagnosis/index.html?hpt=hp_bn13
03/17/2013 Why we do what we do Nice exchange between Al Gore and Anthony Robbins. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cpc-t-Uwv1I
03/17/2013 The power of introverts, great TED talk. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0KYU2j0TM4&NR=1&feature=endscreen
03/12/2013 New add on drug looks promising in treating alzhiemers http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/03/130311173355.htm
03/10/2013 The upside(s) of video games? http://news.yahoo.com/7-health-benefits-playing-video-games-100500829.html
03/08/2013 Brisk walking may help stroke survivors. http://news.yahoo.com/brisk-walking-helps-stroke-survivors-210936098.html
03/06/2013 We are gaining a better understanding the cocktail effect, how humans focus on one voice in a crowd. http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2013/03/06/173613681/hear-that-in-a-din-of-voices-our-brains-can-tune-to-one
03/03/2013 Guided imagery may benefit persons coping with cancer and side effects of treatments for it in a number of ways. http://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatmentsandsideeffects/complementaryandalternativemedicine/mindbodyandspirit/imagery
02/28/2013 Ivor Loovas a life dedicated to developing psychological treatment for children with autism. http://www.nytimes.com/2010/08/23/health/23lovaas.html?_r=0
02/25/2013 Improving mental health care in Texas. http://www.texasappleseed.net/index.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_download&gid=855&Itemid=
02/24/2013 Martin Seligman and Dahli Lama sit down to and talk on building a science of flourishing ....fascinating http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVZ_mxWuUx8
02/19/2013 Psychology offers effective therapies to help children whom have autism. http://support.autism-society.org/site/DocServer/Page_51EH.pdf?docID=10453
02/16/2013 Massachusetts General- Herbert Benson on the relaxation response. Great web site. http://www.massgeneral.org/bhi/basics/eliciting_rr.aspx
02/11/2013 The benefits of exercising your brain with mindfullness. http://news.yahoo.com/exercising-brain-may-improve-life-152017970.html
02/10/2013 Daniel Goleman on emotional intelligence. I just finished his like-titled book, excellent/useful read.http://danielgoleman.info/topics/emotional-intelligence/
02/09/2013 Free chess puzzles and games are available to all. Chess players with limited time may enjoy daily puzzle. http://www.chess.com/
02/09/2013 How I Write featuring Robert Sapolsky. http://www.stanford.edu/group/howiwrite/Bios/robertsapolsky/index.html
02/04/2013 You are already committed to reason, nice video with voice over from Harvard psychologist Steve Pinker. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UC4gqkd-6_o
01/31/2013 Brain pacemaker may offer hope in treating alzheimers patients. http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505263_162-57557486/brain-pacemaker-offers-new-hope-to-alzheimers-patients/
01/29/2013 Harvard researchers find Tai chi improves quality of life and mood in persons coping with chronic heart failure. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?term=21518942
01/28/2013 Yoga may help persons coping with depression or sleep disorders. http://news.yahoo.com/yoga-may-help-depression-sleep-problems-163228678.html
01/27/2013 A number of evidenced based ways to raise IQ in children according to recent meta-analysis. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130125111339.htm
01/24/2013 Just the Facts. Building realistic and optimism helps to increase resilence in veterans. http://www.afterdeployment.org/sites/default/files/pdfs/client-handouts/resilience-optimism.pdf
01/21/2013 Guided care may improve quality and reduce cost of tradiational primary care for people whom have complex and persistent medical needs. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130117133223.htm
01/20/2013 The NIH on meditation. http://nccam.nih.gov/health/meditation/overview.htm
01/14/2013 Can longer school year improve learning and child development? http://news.yahoo.com/longer-school-help-hurt-us-students-131056148.html
01/13/2013 Ten (sort of) easy ways to get more done. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/08/10-easy-ways-to-get-more-done_n_2432164.html
01/10/2013 Teaching resilience to kids http://uwf.edu/cap/HCW/materials/PalomaresMay08.pdf
01/08/2013 Martin Seilgman and the Dahli Lahma towards a science of flourishing. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVZ_mxWuUx8
01/07/2013 Robotic hands moved by the brain, amazing http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=50137987n
01/06/2013 Better brain imaging improving understanding of structure and function of the brain. http://www.technologyreview.com/news/408274/a-better-brain-scanner/
01/05/2013 Many ways to nurture happiness. http://health.yahoo.net/experts/allinyourmind/how-people-actually-get-happier
01/01/2013 The power of gratitude. http://news.yahoo.com/gratitude-improve-life-154956153.html
12/28/2012 Teaching character and fortitude adds to traditonal education. http://www.policymic.com/articles/3217/grit-test-education-is-not-purely-academic-and-must-also-focus-on-character
12/26/2012 Is racism on the decline? http://www.thedp.com/article/2012/11/annenberg-professors-study-finds-racism-declined-due-to-president-obama
12/24/2012 Talk therapy may be helpfull for young adults whom are at very high risk for schizophrena. http://news.yahoo.com/therapy-without-drugs-may-suffice-ward-off-psychosis-194950332.html
12/22/2012 The power of concentration. http://newoldage.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/12/19/older-people-are-what-they-think-study-shows/
12/21/2012 The power of steroptyping on aging http://newoldage.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/12/19/older-people-are-what-they-think-study-shows/
12/21/2012 IQ testing may need some revision... back to the debate on general intelligence. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/12/121219133334.htm
12/18/2012 Children most often recover from trauma. http://www.nytimes.com/2012/12/18/health/for-young-survivors-odds-of-emotional-recovery-are-high.html?ref=health&_r=0
12/18/2012 The power of concentration. http://www.nytimes.com/2012/12/16/opinion/sunday/the-power-of-concentration.html?src=me&ref=general
12/16/2012 People may be more honest than we think. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/12/121214214518.htm
12/15/2012 Great talk from James Flynn on the rise of intelligence the Flynn Effect. http://video.search.yahoo.com/video/play;_ylt=A0S00MtzXNRQMAQAiAP7w8QF;_ylu=X3oDMTBrc3VyamVwBHNlYwNzcgRzbGsDdmlkBHZ0aWQD?p=flynn+effect&vid=b691f86aa922f345f08d65f9d7d0afd1&l=&turl=http%3A%2F%2Fts1.mm.bing.net%2Fth%3Fid%3DV.4631023536898216%26pid%3D15.1&rurl=http%3A%2F%2Fcastroller.com%2FPodcasts%2FScienceTalkThe%2F2999782&tit=The+Flynn+Effect%3A+Modernity+Made+Us+Smarter&c=6&sigr=11las7ivi&fr=yfp-t-701&tt=b
12/13/2012 Mayo Clinic on the many benefits of meditation. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/meditation/HQ01070
12/11/2012 Can dogs help children coping with disabilities talk? http://health.yahoo.net/experts/dayinhealth/dog-who-teaches-kids-talk
12/09/2012 Psychologist Steve Pinker on emotion, reason and moral progress. Great talk from a great thinker. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hgGEKBSOeEY
12/08/2012 New pleasure circut discovered in the brain may yield clinical benefits in treating depression and/or addiction. http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=new-pleasure-circuit-found-brain
12/06/2012 Phillip Chard Exercise quiets the troubled mind http://www.jsonline.com/features/health/exercise-calms-the-troubled-mind-dg7nuac-180757731.html
12/2/2012 Your brain on music, fascinating. http://www.salon.com/2006/09/05/levitin/
11/29/2012 Brain when targeted by help the elderly. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/12/091223125139.htm
11/28/2012 Ten advances in psychology. http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CDAQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.psychologytoday.com%2Fblog%2Fulterior-motives%2F201012%2Ften-advances-in-psychological-science-in-2010&ei=-Aq4UMLuHJOO0QGw9IGIDQ&usg=AFQjCNHmS4_zS8aT37kaqIFE5eG4NP8WXA&sig2=ZDq8ikQYDxlXL-L-P53WpA
11/26/2012 The benefits of aerobic exercise for persons with schizophrena http://www.thenationalcouncil.org/galleries/business-practice%20files/The%20effects%20of%20physical%20activity%20on%20psychological%20well-being%20for%20those%20with%20schizophrenia%20A%20systematic%20review.pdf
11/25/2012 Good choaching helps build good character in youth sports. http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/ethics-everyone/201006/how-can-character-be-built-through-sports
11/22/2012 Autistic like behaviors in mice reversed. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/11/121121145402.htm
11/19/2012 Brain waves converted into music. http://www.mnn.com/green-tech/research-innovations/stories/brain-waves-converted-into-music
11/18/2012 Yale psychogists gaining remarkable insight into babies mental worlds and what may be inate in humans. Great 60 minutes article. http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=50135246n
11/14/2012 Doctors may be communicating with person in coma via MRI imaging. http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/sideshow/vegetative-man-tells-doctors-m-not-pain-via-020801923.html
11/12/2012 Meditation changes emotional processing, for the better. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/11/121112150339.htm
11/11/2012 Increasing the understanding of cell/neuron suicide in Alzhiemrs and Traumatic Brain Injury. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/11/121109111509.htm
11/8/2012 Psychologist find gargeling with sugar water increases self control. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/11/121107200200.htm
11/7/2012 Steven Pinker on Reason. Great short talk. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBwtpIu5mwc&feature=relmfu
11/6/2012 The science of Happiness in measuring a nations well being. http://education.ucsb.edu/janeconoley/ed197/documents/Dienersubjectivewell-being.pdf
11/4/2012 Aerobic exercise may reduce cocaine use. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/11/101116100407.htm
11/3/2012 Do we know more useful things than we are aware of? Most likely.. http://psychcentral.com/news/2012/11/03/can-the-subconcious-mind-alert-us-to-the-future/47121.html
11/2/2012 Yet more good news about exercise and avoiding or delaying the onset of dementia. http://psychcentral.com/news/2012/11/02/regular-exercise-reduces-risk-of-dementia-in-older-people/47053.html
11/01/2012 Meth Vaccine shows promise in helping those coping with meth addiction. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/11/121101100142.htm
11/1/2012 Stanford researchers find training the brain help maintian weight loss. http://healthland.time.com/2012/10/31/priming-the-brain-to-be-a-better-dieter/
10/30/2012 The Mayo clinic's Four As of stress relief. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/stress-relief/SR00037/NSECTIONGROUP=2
10/29/2012 Caffeine may be useful in treating parkinsons according to new study. http://health.usnews.com/health-news/news/articles/2012/08/01/caffeine-may-help-treat-parkinsons-disease
10/29/2012 Exercise may protect against brain shrinkage. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/10/26/exercise-may-protect-against-brain-shrinkage/?ref=health
10/28/2012 Early intervention in children coping with autism found to help normalize brain activity. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/10/121026125021.htm
10/26/2012 New study sheds light on best treating alcoholism. http://health.yahoo.net/news/s/nm/meds-a-good-first-step-for-treating-alcoholism
10/21/2012 Penn State site for Authentic Happiness. Great site very useful. http://www.authentichappiness.sas.upenn.edu/Default.aspx
10/20/2012 Martin Seligman on happiness great talk. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QxZvBcz2BY
10/14/2012 Protecting neurons, preventing Parkinsons? http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/10/121015182424.htm
10/08/2012 Early music lessons offer long term benefits. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/09/10/early-music-lessons-have-longtime-benefits/
10/08/2012 New drug may hold promise for Alzhimers. http://news.yahoo.com/alzheimer-drug-shows-promise-mild-disease-173458419.htm
10/06/2012 Could Ketamine prove to be break through in treating severe depression? http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-204_162-57527115/ketamine-may-rapidly-treat-depression-scientists-say/
10/03/2012 New experiments using brain imaging increasing understanding as to how persons whom are blind percieve the world. Amazing. http://news.yahoo.com/blind-people-picture-reality-163132352.html
10/03/2012 New treatments on the horizon for early onset dementia. http://www.aaas.org/news/releases/2012/1002early_dementias.shtml
09/30/2012 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy may be as effective over the phone as in person. This would make therapy more affordable and avaliable if true. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/09/120929140240.htm
09/23/2012 Psychologists increasing understanding of how we make moral choices. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/09/120921124635.htm
09/22/2012 Why solving puzzles is fun http://healthland.time.com/2012/09/21/why-solving-puzzles-is-fun-qa-with-consciousness-researcher-daniel-bor/
09/18/2012 New test may predict who will respond best to particular anti depressants. According to article from Mayo Clinic this may reduce guess work in finding best drug for patients coping with depression. http://www.cnn.com/HEALTH/library/DN/00008.html
09/15/2012 Changes in the brain caused by autism reversed in animal study http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10000872396390444709004577651413244067148.html
09/12/2012 New genetic test for autism developed. May improve the treatment, detection and understanding of autism. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/09/12/genetic-test-autism-spectrum-disorder-children_n_1876353.html?utm_hp_ref=health-news
09/09/2012 Spanish classes are great places to teach more than language. Developing culturaly competent kids. http://www.tolerance.org/magazine/number-41-spring-2012/identity
09/05/2012 Does happiness begins at 50? http://www.huffingtonpost.com/vivian-diller-phd/happiness-in-aging_b_926086.html?utm_hp_ref=50&ir=50
09/04/2012 The decline of Homophobia and its potential implications. Good bit of sociological research. http://www.salon.com/2012/02/22/is_homophobia_disappearing/
09/04/2012 New line of treatment for depression may soon be possible. New research from Emory university. http://www.counselheal.com/articles/2760/20120904/new-treatment-method-depression-opens-doors-treat.htm
09/03/2012 England's largest campain to reduce discrimination aginst persons coping with mental illness. http://www.mind.org.uk/timetochange
08/29/2012 Teaching mindfullness to children may be benefit them in more than one way. http://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/tips_for_teaching_mindfulness_to_kids/
08/28/2012 Large Scale efforts to find better treatment for brain tumors yeilding better treatments. http://www.sacbee.com/2012/08/27/4760109/brain-cancer-research-in-seattle.html
08/26/2012 Do we all have excellence inside? Nice TED talk.. http://www.ted.com/talks/elizabeth_gilbert_on_genius.html
08/25/2012 The many benefits of alturism. No wonder it is on the rise. http://www.upi.com/Health_News/2011/12/21/Study-Altruism-benefits-givers-health/UPI-28631324528003/
08/22/2012 Decoding speech in the brain. Amazing how much we are learning about the brain. This study may provide hope for persons physically unable to speak. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/08/120821143612.htm
08/22/2012 World Health Organization's work is improving the quality of life of persons coping with mental illness. http://www.who.int/mental_health/policy/country/en/index.htm
08/22/2012 Evidence supporting the benefits of aerobic exercise on mental health continues to grow. http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017750688_healthcp18.html
08/20/2012 US Army developing more holistic view of fitness. http://www.authentichappiness.sas.upenn.edu/newsletter.aspx?id=1552
08/20/2012 Optimism and development. Good article. http://humanresources.about.com/od/managementtips/qt/optimism_s1.htm
08/17/2012 Group of eighty and over folks whom have terrific memories brain structure being studied. Intresting/hopeful. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/08/120816201620.htm
08/15/2012 Alturism can be increased in toddlers. Clever study. http://bps-research-digest.blogspot.com/2009/11/how-to-increase-altruism-in-toddlers.html
08/13/2012 Social Psychologists explore diversities impact on bottom line. Very Intresting article. http://www.forbes.com/2009/06/02/diversity-collaboration-teams-leadership-managing-creativity.html
08/13/2012 Can risk factors for a stroke be reduced? http://www.freep.com/article/20111017/SPORTS18/111017023/100-year-old-runner-finishes-Toronto-marathon http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/stroke/ds00150/dsection=prevention
08/10/2012 New model of talk therapy may benefit persons coping with PTSD. http://psychcentral.com/news/2012/07/30/new-talk-therapy-shows-promise-for-ptsd/42376.html
08/09/2012 The Center for Investigating Healthy Minds at the University Wisconsin Madison. http://www.investigatinghealthyminds.org/cihmWhat.html
08/08/2012 Do we get happier as we get older? Actually most often yes! http://psychcentral.com/news/2012/01/08/we-get-happier-with-age-but-why/33433.html
08/07/2012 Aerobic exercise can be helpful for persons coping with depression. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/depression-and-exercise/MH00043
08/06/2012 Charlie Rose- Eric Kandel Brain Series discussion on creativity. This whole series is excellent. http://www.charlierose.com/view/interview/11264?sponsor_id=1
08/05/2012 Can Cognitive Behavioral Treatments help persons coping with schizophrena? http://archpsyc.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?articleid=481567
08/05/2012 Five suprising possible benefits of yoga. http://blogs.yogajournal.com/goodlife/archives/2011/07/5-surprising-benefits-of-yoga.html
Can Optimisim be learned? Can positive strengths be meausred and nurtured? Positive psychologists say Yes! This the Positive Psychology Center's web site at Penn State. Great resource(s). http://www.ppc.sas.upenn.edu/. I would highley recommend two excellent books by Dr. Martin Seligman Learned Optimism and Authentic Happiness.
Being compassionate today leads to happiness for months. Great Article. http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/cant-buy-happiness/201203/how-can-you-improve-your-well-being-without-spending-penny
American Alzhiemer's Associations states positive changes in many different areas of lifestyle can improve brain health and reduce the risk of Dementia. www.alz.org/national/documents/card_10waystomaintainyourbrain.pdf
Is Intelligence as measured by IQ increasing over time? The Flynn Effect. http://www.indiana.edu/~intell/flynneffect.shtml/#how
Meditation increases feelings of calm and happiness in persons coping with high levels of job related stess. http://www.psychologytoday.com/articles/200304/the-benefits-meditation
How Meditation eases pain and helps us tune out distractions. http://web.mit.edu/newsoffice/2011/meditation-0505.html
Aerobic Exercise may help persons coping with depression. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/depression-and-exercise/MH00043 http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/04/100405122311.htm
Persons coping with schizophrena can improve physical and mental health with aerobic exercise. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/05/100511192250.htm
Risk for dementia can be reduced according to the American Alzheimers Assoication's guide to brain health. http://www.alz.org/we_can_help_brain_health_maintain_your_brain.asp
The Mayo Clinic's guide to the benefits and practice of positive thinking. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/positive-thinking/SR00009
Person first language is powerfull tool in enhancing realtionships with persons coping with disabilities. http://www.apa.org/pi/disability/resources/publications/enhancing.aspx
Children, animals and plants can make long term care facilities happier and healthier places for seniors. http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0197457299700091
Even short stress breaks are benefical and can been taken anywhere. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/meditation/HQ01070
Can Omega 3 fats reduce the likelyhood of developing schizophrenia? http://www.nami.org/ADVTemplate.cfm?Section=20111&Template=/ContentManagement/ContentDisplay.cfm&ContentID=118508

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