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Cultural Factors Affect Women’s Sexuality
Cultural issues can heavily affect women’s sexuality, according to a study published in Sexuality & Culture. They are particularly salient for women who are lesbian and bisexual. Prior ... Read More
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GoodTherapy.org Attends 2017 Evolution of Psychotherapy Conference
Part of our mission at GoodTherapy.org is to facilitate a community of therapists devoted to ethical and compassionate care. This week, from December 13 to 17, we will be doing just that. ... Read More
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Study Identifies Risk Factors for Opioid Death
Over 60% of people who die of an opioid overdose have been diagnosed with chronic pain, according to new research published in The American Journal of Psychiatry. Many were also diagnosed ... Read More
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Some College Men Fail to Tell Sexual Interest from Consent
Recent lawsuits have drawn attention to the epidemic of sexual abuse on college campuses. Cisgender men are the primary perpetrators of this abuse. According to new research published in ... Read More
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Speed-based Brain Training Reduces Dementia Risk
Dementia is a chronic syndrome that causes a person’s cognitive ability to decline. As of 2015, 47 million people across the globe live with dementia. The World Health Organization ... Read More
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Could Alternative Medicines Help Fight the Opioid Epidemic?
There has been a spike of interest in alternative pain treatments such as yoga and massage. When integrated with conventional medical treatments, they can help people cope with pain. According ... Read More
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FDA Approves First Medication With Digital Tracking
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first pill with a digital tracking system. The medicine includes a sensor that provides data about when the pill is swallowed. Some ... Read More
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Cultural Values May Predict Alcohol Abuse, Study Says
A country’s cultural values may affect the willingness of citizens to consume alcohol, according to a study published in Frontiers in Psychology. Researchers found that people from societies ... Read More
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Hospital Assessments Could Close Addiction Treatment Gap
Many people with an addiction to drugs or alcohol do not seek treatment. A new program at Boston Medical Center’s Grayken Center for Addiction is helping close this addiction treatment ... Read More
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Should Exercise Be Part of Mental Health Treatment?
A recent study published in General Hospital Psychiatry suggests that many people seeking treatment for mental health issues are interested in exercise or say it helps them. Numerous ... Read More
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Linked to Depression, Anxiety, and Bipolar
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine disorder that affects 5-10% of people with ovaries. According to a study presented at the Society for Endocrinology’s annual conference, ... Read More
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ADHD May Improve When Parents Avoid Harsh Punishments
When parents avoid harsh parenting practices, children with ADHD become calmer, according to a study published in Clinical Psychological Science. The study looked at biological measures ... Read More