The High Health Cost of Sugar
An expert describes why he believes sugar is to blame for obesity, and the changes in the market and government advisories that made sugar a much heavier part of our diets.
Behavioral Science Sub-categories:
- Addiction (93)
- Anthropology (8)
- Bullying (13)
- Emotion (59)
- Fears and Phobias (12)
- Habits (35)
- Lying (8)
- Personality (29)
- Psychology and Psychiatry (334)
- Social Science (83)
- Superstition (2)
Medical Notes: Week of February 11, 2018
When should kids get their first smartphone?, the effect of loneliness on health, and a story that will make you think twice about stifling a sneeze.
Adult Bullies–More Common Than We Think (2018)
Experts describe adult bullying, where and how it occurs most, what they are seeking, who they target, why it continues, and what needs to happen to stop it.
Medical Notes: Week of February 4, 2018
Why the ozone layer is recovering, slowing the natural aging of your lungs by eating fresh tomatoes and apples, and at what age spending habits form.
TBI’s and Personality Change
An expert explains traumatic brain injuries and how to prevent some of the consequences.
When Should Kids Get a Phone?
Experts discuss dangers and cautions of getting a phone and how parents can decide when the time is right for their kids to “get connected.”
Egg Donation for Family and Friends (2018)
An author/journalist who has donated twice with vastly different results discusses the technology and what to look out for when approaching egg donation.
Medical Notes: Week of January 7, 2018
A look at the top medical headlines for the week of January 7, 2018.
Long Term Psychological Damage of Natural Disasters
Mega-storms such as Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria disrupt uncounted lives and leave psychological scars that can last for decades and recur every hurricane season.
Mental Health Treatment for Children (2017)
Experts discuss readiness of pediatricians to treat mental illness in children and efforts to be sure they’re prepared.
Medical Notes: Week of December 3, 2017
Adults are bullied as much as children, why aging predictors don't work, and a link between air pollution and stress.
Alzheimer’s, Spouses, and Close Friends
Spouses of Alzheimer’s disease patients often struggle with depression while caregiving, some have started new relationships while their loved one is still alive but no longer recognizes them
