A young woman copes with the stigma of bipolar disorder in her first year of college. Article written by Emily Grossman.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/emily-grossman/mental-illness-stigma-ove_b_5849760.html?utm_hp_ref=tw
The New York Times: How Exercise May Protect Against Depression
Regular exercise — in mice as well as in humans — creates neurochemical effects that reduce the risk of depression. Article written by Gretchen Reynolds.
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2014/10/01/how-exercise-may-protect-against-depression/?smid=tw-share
University Herald: Curiosity In a Person’s Brain Creates Desire to Learn and Improves Retention, Study Suggests
Neurological evidence makes it more clear that curiosity — intrinsic motivation to learn — improves the retention of information. Article written by Russell Westerholm.
The New York Times: Don’t Do the Things You Love
It’s difficult to stay mindful when performing habitual behaviors — so in order to enjoy your favorite activities, don’t turn them into habits. Article written by Anna North.
PsychCentral: Study Probes Anorexia in Males
New research finds similarities in boys and girls diagnosed with anorexia nervosa, even though the disorder has been traditionally associated with women. Article written by Rick Nauert, Ph.D.