Published: August 30, 2007
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Mothers who cradle their baby to their right-hand side are displaying signs of extreme stress, a new study shows.
Although most mums feel stressed in the early stages of their baby’s life, the study by Durham University researchers suggests their baby cradling habits are a key indicator of whether this stress could become overwhelming and lead to depression. [continue reading…]
Published: August 28, 2007
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If the outcome may be months or years away, how can a person tell whether his psychotherapy is any good?
Americans seem to like psychotherapy. Whether it’s for the mundane conflicts of everyday life or life-threatening illnesses like major depression, psychotherapy is widely viewed as a healthy, if not harmless, pursuit.
Link To read this: New York Times Article [continue reading…]
Published: August 28, 2007
Study suggests we remember the bad times better than the good.
Do you remember exactly where you were when you learned of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks? Your answer is probably yes, and researchers are beginning to understand why we remember events that carry negative emotional weight. [continue reading…]
Published: August 28, 2007
Study suggests men more willing to sacrifice achievement goals for a romantic relationship.
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Men may be more willing than women to sacrifice achievement goals for a romantic relationship, according to a new study by Catherine Mosher of Duke Medical Center and Sharon Danoff-Burg from the University of Albany. Their findings challenge our preconceptions that women are more likely to prioritize people and relationships while men are more focused on themselves and their achievements. Their paper will be published in the next issue of the Springer journal, Gender Issues. [continue reading…]