Understanding the Brain and Mind: Science's Final Frontier?

Understanding the brain and mind: science's final frontier?
One of these is the development of cognitive behaviour therapy, which can alleviate anxiety and depression. Another is the rediscovery in the West of meditation and mindfulness training, both of which can reduce anxiety and improve mental function and … Read more on The Conversation

The Military's Prescription Drug Addiction
In 2010, a significant Army report on suicide found that in 2009, 20 percent of the active duty force (106,000) had been prescribed at least one medication for pain, anxiety or depression, while prescription drugs were involved in one-third of the 160 … Read more on The American Conservative

Study: Too Much Sleep Could Be Harmful To Your Health
The research, published in the journal “Sleep Medicine,” found getting too little or too much sleep raises the risk of coronary heart disease, diabetes, anxiety and obesity. But the risk is actually higher in people who sleep too long. The researchers … Read more on CBS Local