August 12, 2010
Health Tip: Help Prevent Liver SpotsThose dark patches of skin known as liver
spots usually don't indicate anything dangerous. A typical sign of
aging, they have nothing to do with the liver.
College Campuses See Rise in Cases of Severe Mental
IllnessMore cases of severe
mental illness are being reported among college students than a
decade ago, as more young people with mental health issues tackle a
post-secondary education and are open to getting help when they
need it, a new U.S. study shows.
Spanking Remains Common, Studies ShowSpanking and other forms
of corporal punishment are still common worldwide even though 24
countries have adopted bans on physical punishment since 1979,
according to recent studies.
Burning Candle at Both Ends Harmful?Less than four hours of
sleep on five consecutive nights may affect the brain in a way
similar to that of acute total sleep deprivation, a new study
suggests.
Stress Might Interfere With ConceptionWomen may have a more
difficult time becoming pregnant when they're feeling stressed,
according to a new study that found women were less likely to
conceive when they showed elevated levels of a stress-related
substance called alpha-amylase.