Children and adolescents with severe dental fear often come from families with a turbulent background. It is also more common that they have had counseling contact with a psychologist.
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Psychosocial problems are common in children with dental fear
Posted by admin 34 minutes ago (http://www.sciencedaily.com)Morality research sheds light on the origins of religion
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The details surrounding the emergence and evolution of religion have not been clearly established and remain a source of much debate among scholars. Now, a new article brings a new understanding to this long-standing discussion by exploring the fascinating link between morality and religion.
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How to Think More Like a Cat… and Overcome Your Worries
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I've been interested in the nature of worry for a number of years, devouring the research on this important topic, writing articles and a couple of self-help books, and giving talks. Before I give a workshop I obsessively check my powerpoint slides, double-check the hotel reservation, and make a couple of copies of my electronic files and email them to myself and the workshop coordinator. I like
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Brain location for fear of losing money pinpointed -- the amygdala
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Two patients with rare lesions to the brain have provided direct of evidence of how we make decisions -- and what makes us dislike the thought of losing money.
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Nine Legendary Hypochondriacs
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ABC Radio National's Late Night Live has a fascinating discussion with the author of a new book on nine famous hypochondriacs: James Boswell, Charlotte Bronte, Charles Darwin, Florence Nightingale, Alice James, Daniel Paul Schreber, Marcel Proust, Glenn Gould and Andy Warhol.I'm not sure Daniel Paul Schreber is necessarily the best example of someone with hypochondria is he is famous for writing
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Higher Suicide Risk In Youth Who Self-Identify As Gay, Lesbian Or Bisexual
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Mental health professionals have long-known that gay, lesbian and bisexual (GLB) teens face significantly elevated risks of mental health problems, including suicidal thoughts and suicidal attempts. However, a group of McGill University researchers in Montreal has now come to the conclusion that self-identity is the crucial risk-factor, rather than actual sexual behaviours...
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A Mediterranean diet may help people avoid the small areas of brain damage that can lead to problems with thinking and memory, according to a new study.
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High Sensitivity To Stress Isn't Always Bad For Children
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Children who are especially reactive to stress are more vulnerable to adversity and have more behavior and health problems than their peers. But a new longitudinal study suggests that highly reactive children are also more likely to do well when they're raised in supportive environments...
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