Dementia :: Looking at dementia with optimism
Dementia may be avoidable and doctors should take a more optimistic approach to the condition, according to research involving two UNSW academics.
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Alzheimer’s Disease :: Mayo Clinic joins Nationwide Clinical Trial testing Omega-3 Fatty Acids in the fight against Alzheimer’s Disease
A Mayo Clinic research team led by neurologist David Knopman, M.D. will join a nationwide consortium of leading Alzheimer’s disease researchers in a large-scale clinical trial evaluating the effectiveness of omega-3 fatty acids in slowing the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
Stress :: Cognitive therapy can reduce post-traumatic stress in survivors of terrorist attacks
Cognitive therapy is an effective treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder related to acts of terrorism and other civil conflict, finds a study published on bmj.com today.
Sleep Apnea :: New research helps overcome major CPAP problem
For the first time, a group based cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) intervention has been demonstrated to markedly increase acceptance and adherence to CPAP treatment for sufferers of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
Depression :: ?2m to increase access to therapy for people suffering from anxiety, depression
Following the success of the psychological therapies pilot programme in Doncaster and Newham, Health Secretary Patricia Hewitt today announced new funding for a further ten pathfinder projects.
Psychology :: Why do people download music illegally ? Topic explored in cyberpsychology & behavior
College students who share or steal music downloaded off the Internet do so because they feel morally justified and believe others are doing it even more, rather than because of economic reasons, and these perceptions help make illegal downloading a habitual and sometimes even addictive behavior, according to a paper in the April 2007 issue (Volume 10, Number 2) of CyberPsychology and Behavior, a peer-reviewed journal published by Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. (www.liebertpub.com).
Arthritis :: Counseling, coping skills could reduce arthritis disability
Arthritis sufferers who undergo psychological counseling and learn skills for coping with pain have less disability and better quality of life, according to a new systematic review.
Alzheimer’s Disease :: Can an Omega-3 Fatty Acid slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease?
Nutritionists have long endorsed fish as part of a heart-healthy diet, and now some studies suggest that omega-3 fatty acids found in the oil of certain fish may also benefit the brain by lowering the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Dementia :: $30 million boost to dementia research
The funding will ensure the establishment of a world-class facility that will accommodate significantgrowth in the area of dementia research. With this financial support realised, and the initial projectdesign completed, work on this vital development can now move ahead immediately.
Flu :: U.S. control strategies may make flu epidemics worse
Regular as clockwork, the flu arrives every year. And, according to the national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 5 to 20 percent of the U.S. population on average will come down with it. About 36,000 people will die.