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Brain training for anxiety, depression and other mental conditions

A new treatment for psychiatric disorders like depression and anxiety uses real-time scans to show patients how their brains go awry—and how to fix the dysfunction.

Study questions link between teen pot smoking and IQ decline

A new analysis is challenging the idea that smoking marijuana during adolescence can lead to declines in intelligence.

'Microdosing' LSD is the new business fad

The big difference between Bill Gates and Steve Jobs, the latter suggested, was that the Apple king dropped acid in the ’70s: “I wish him the best, I really do,” Jobs said in 1997.

Psychology patients with unmet preferences report poorer outcomes

Psychological therapy may yield greater benefits if providers can meet patients' preferences, a UK study suggests.

11 surprising ways to prevent a heart attack

Chances are you’re still riding the New Year’s high and you’re motivated and committed to eating healthy and getting to the gym.

Photographer captures moment service dog calms bride down before vows

A wedding photographer captured the touching moment when a service dog dressed in a pink tutu calmed a bride just moments before she walked down the aisle.

Can the rules of comedy save your marriage?

Laughter can make you feel good, and give your health and your mood a boost. But did you know it could also help your marriage?  Dr. Manny talks with comedian Dani Klein Modisett, author of “Take My Spouse Please,” to find out how

Alcohol nearly killer her; now her story is going viral

Hanna Lottritz, then 20, went to a Nevada music festival with friends on July 25 and ended up in a 24-hour coma, having nearly died due to acute alcohol intoxication.

Yoga improves balance and mobility for older people

Yoga-based exercise programs can improve mobility among people over age 60 and possibly help prevent falls by improving balance, according to a new review of existing research.

Workouts focused on motor skills may help ease lower back pain

Reuters Health - Exercise focused on improving motor skills may work as well for easing lower back pain as other types of physical activity, a recent research review suggests.