March 29th, 2012

At a time when the concept of government mandating health insurance in the US is under debate, a new government directive in the UK has ...
March 28th, 2012

Researchers have found that supervisors need to do more than just monitor employees all day to reduce workplace substance abuse.
Experts from the University ...
March 28th, 2012

Gambling over the Internet is a common practice and with the spread of smart phones, an individual can gamble in practically any setting.
New research looks ...
March 27th, 2012

A sense of rejection, shame and isolation can heighten depression in those who have lung cancer.
Lung cancer is often associated with smoking, so society considers it ...
March 27th, 2012

A novel study suggests difficulties processing auditory stimuli, genetic factors and smoking are potential risk factors for schizophrenia.
Schizophrenia has long been known to be hereditary although researchers have been ...
March 22nd, 2012

A new study suggests emotional support from middle school teachers may often delay alcohol and other illicit substance use by ...
March 21st, 2012

Children who were exposed to methamphetamine in the womb may be at greater risk for behavior problems -- including anxiety, depression, and moodiness -- than ...
March 20th, 2012

Frequently sold in gas stations and convenience stores, synthetic versions of marijuana are placing some teens in the emergency room.
A case report in the April issue of ...
March 20th, 2012

Self-control is getting alot of attention these days, as managing emotions, behaviors and desires is integral to improving health behaviors and controlling stress.
But self-control is a resource that can ...
March 19th, 2012

From a study of rats, University of Pittsburgh researchers conclude that teens face a greater risk of suffering from ...