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Gaming might save your sanity during social distancing
on March 27, 2020 at 2:54 am
Playing video games can give your mind a needed break from the stress of current world events.
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Gap between white and black children closes in autism cases
on March 27, 2020 at 2:41 am
CDC states that the gap in autism diagnoses between white and black children has closed as cases rise.
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What is stress?
on March 24, 2020 at 2:51 am
Psychologist explores the definition of stress and how it manifests itself in the body.
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Childhood obesity linked to a higher risk of anxiety and depression
on March 21, 2020 at 2:53 am
Research highlights the health risks associated with childhood obesity and the need to prevent obesity and support those who are obese.
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How to cope with coronavirus anxiety
on March 21, 2020 at 2:52 am
Too much worry can be counterproductive.
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Why is toilet paper vanishing from supermarkets?
on March 15, 2020 at 12:47 am
When you see someone in the store panic-buying, that can cause a fear-contagion effect.
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How to keep coronavirus fears from affecting your mental health
on March 15, 2020 at 12:39 am
There is a space between ignoring the biggest story in the world right now, and going into a full-on panic.
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The body positive movement for children and how to teach it
on March 13, 2020 at 12:57 am
It's common for some children to diet, binge eat and struggle with fears of getting fat.