When Mom Has Alzheimer's, A Stranger Comes For Christmas
The holidays can be difficult for families dealing with Alzheimer's, especially if the person with the disease is the one who used to be the heart and soul of Christmas.
Mental Health
On TV, Women Who Have Abortions Are Younger, Whiter And Wealthier
An analysis of TV shows finds that fictional characters getting abortions are better off than the average American who has an abortion, and are also less likely to already be raising children.
Learning Soft Skills In Childhood Can Prevent Harder Problems Later
There's more to learn at school than reading and math. Teaching kids to control their emotions, solve problems and work well with others can help them succeed as teens and adults.
Be Kind, Unwind: How Helping Others Can Help Keep Stress In Check
If the holidays have you stressed out, an act of kindness could help. Researchers tracked people and found that stress levels dropped when they went out of their way to help others.
Mental Health Courts Are Popular, But Are They Effective?
The courts serve as an alternative for people with mental health issues when legal charges are filed. The courts steer people to help through community services rather than jail.
NASA Is Seeking Astronauts. Do You Have The Right Stuff?
Less than 1 percent of applicants make the cut. But there's more than one way in. Passion helps. Be persistent. Oh, and be tops in what you're doing right now.
California Expands Substance Abuse Treatment For Low-Income Residents
The state is the first to get federal permission to use Medicaid funds to pay for residential treatment for people battling addictions. The goal: get people healthy and save on other medical costs.
Study Finds Happiness Doesn't Guarantee Longer Life
A recent study finds that being happy doesn't always mean living longer.
Accused Planned Parenthood Shooter: 'I'm A Warrior For The Babies'
In one of several courtroom outbursts, Robert Lewis Dear, who is accused of killing three people at a Planned Parenthood clinic in Colorado, said he was guilty and won't go to trial.
Medical Students See Their Mentors As Marauding Monsters
Comics drawn by medical students show the intimidation and abuse they say they get from their supervisors. Depression is more common in young physicians, too. That's not good for doctor or patient.