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Migraine linked to defective ‘insulation’ around nerve fibers, suggests study

A new study shows cellular-level changes in nerve structure and function that may contribute to the development of migraine headaches, reports a new study. The findings help to explain why a plastic surgery procedure provides effective pain relief for …

Resilience training shows promise in preventing burnout among ICU nurses

A multifaceted approach to teaching coping mechanisms may help critical care nurses better handle their stressful work environment, according to a study.

Shift work may dull your brain

Scientists warn that working antisocial hours can prematurely age

the brain and dull intellectual ability.

Moms may favor girls when talking to infants

Researchers found that moms interacted vocally more with infant daughters rather than sons both at birth and at one month.

Important reasons to start making time for silence, rest and   solitude

During silence, the mind is best able to cultivate a form of mindful intention that later motivates us to take action.

Brain training may help calm the storms of schizophrenia

Researchers want to help people with schizophrenia simply think

more clearly.

Liberal or conservative? Brain responses to disgusting images help reveal political leanings

Maggot infestations, rotting carcasses, unidentifiable gunk in the kitchen sink – how much your brain responds to disgusting images could predict whether you are liberal or conservative.

Mental health problems related to superstorm Sandy endure

After superstorm Sandy, many people reported feeling betrayed by the ocean or afraid of it.

Children who develop strong bonds with pets likely to be more resilient in military-connected families

Developing resiliency has important benefits for children, especially those from military families faced with significant challenges such as parental deployment and frequent moves.

The effectiveness of counseling cancer patients by phone still unknown

Increasingly, cancer care respects the fact that a patient’s body is only part of the system that requires treatment.