Commentary: ADHD drugs and heart risk for children
Dr. Michael Miller, editor in chief of the Harvard Mental Health Letter, discusses the results of a study on heart disease risk in children with ADHD.
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Month: January 2012
Depression and heart disease in women
The evidence continues to strengthen that depression is a risk factor for heart disease, and since women are twice as likely as men to develop depression, it is extremely important for women to be aware of this risk.
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Exploring the mysteries of hypnosis
While hypnosis is endorsed by the American Psychiatric Association as a therapy for certain disorders, the precise manner in which it works is still not understood.
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In Brief: More evidence that regular exercise is good for the brain
People with heart disease are at higher risk of cognitive decline, but increased physical activity may equate with the cognitive function of someone several years younger.
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The life-changing potential of neuroplasticity
A physician explores the brain’s ability to compensate for injury by recounting his daughter’s premature birth and early years.
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Why stress causes people to overeat
The extent to which stress correlates to overeating in a given person may depend on that individual’s level of insulin or cortisol.
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Ask the doctor: Are generics as good as brand-name drugs?
My doctor says I should switch to the generic version of Lipitor, but is it really the same as Lipitor?
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A good grilling: Answering FAQs about our Healthy Eating Plate
Dr. Walter Willett, chair of the nutrition department at the Harvard School of Public Health, answers questions about the Healthy Eating Plate.
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Conversation with a Harvard doctor: Talking about heart failure
The Health Letter talks with a cardiovascular expert about the two types of heart failure and the available treatment options.
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Ask the doctor: Is there a connection between diabetes and sleep apnea?
I have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and sleep apnea. Is there any connection between the two?
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