Topic: Your Mind

Eating Fish May Protect Against Alzheimer’s, But Consumers Should Still Be Careful

Eating Fish May Protect Against Alzheimer's, But Consumers Should Still Be Careful

Fish has long been touted as a beneficial brain food, though there hasn’t ever actually been a conclusive link established between the consumption of marine life and the size, efficacy, or health of your gray matter–until now. According to a new study by researchers at the University of Pittsburgh, eating baked or broiled (but not fried) fish may help ward off Alzheimer’s, increase memory and brain function, and even make your brain bigger. Of course, that doesn’t necessarily mean all fish is good fish. More »

CDC: 1 Million Adults Attempted Suicide Last Year

CDC: 1 Million Adults Attempted Suicide Last Year

Across the country, suicide prevention advocates are hard at work, studying what leads individuals to decide to take their own lives. But they’re usually only looking at those who have died. According to a report released by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today, there may be even more telling numbers to examine–like the stunning frequency of  suicidal planning and attempts in the United States each year. More »

Study: Battling Cancer Can Result In PTSD In Survivors

Study: Battling Cancer Can Result In PTSD In Survivors

Anyone who’s survived cancer will tell you: it’s a battlefield. Which is not to make light of the plight of soldiers;when you spend months or even years in fear for you life, experiencing excruciating pain, persistent discomfort, and constant uncertainty, there are more than a few similarities between a combat situation and cancer treatment. Which the findings of a recent study at should bear no surprise: many of those who have lived through cancer suffer with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. More »

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