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Trauma in childhood is associated with changes in brain structure that appear to increase the risk of depression relapse in adults with major depressive disorder, according to a study in The Lancet Psychiatry.
By Rob GoodierNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Playing Wii Fit Plus three times per week for eight weeks improved the balance of elderly patients with gait and balance problems, according to a pilot study presented May 20 at the American Geriatrics Society annual meeting in Long Beach, California.
Researchers explored the connection between the presence of learning disorders and the later development of neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer disease.
Regardless of weight loss, physical activity has many health benefits.
It is very unusual to observe herpes zoster (shingles) involving multiple adjacent dermatomes as was seen in these 2 otherwise healthy patients.
Kristen Smith, RD, spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, names strategies dietitians can share with parents related to the importance of family meals, picky eating habits, and helping children cultivate a healthy relationship with food.
<p>In children with obstructive sleep apnea, areas of the brain involved with thinking and problem-solving appear to be smaller than in children who sleep normally.</p>
A research team has established a set of empirical biomarkers to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of psychosis.
Researchers may finally have evidence to explain why men have a higher prevalence of heart disease than premenopausal women.
Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder on medication for it are at lower risk of injury, especially brain injury.
Jeffrey is a 54-year-old overweight man who is concerned about his blood pressure levels.
By Rob GoodierNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Few stroke patients are readmitted for preventable reasons within 30 days after discharge from a hospital, according to a new study.
Tamara is a 63-year-old female who is experiencing the early signs of cognitive decline. She was searching the Internet for ways to combat dementia onset and found articles on both increasing her fish intake, as well as taking omega-3 supplements. Before she makes any dietary changes, she comes to you for advice.
The US Food and Drug Administration approved the drug after trials showed a lower rate of relapse in chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy or withdrawal for any other reason.