Grief Versus Low Mood Debated in Diagnostic Rewrite
The Lancet editors oppose labeling bereavement pain as a mood disorder as DSM-5 revisions near completion. They argue grief is a natural response and warn time limits on mourning would rewrite cultural values and risk expanding psychiatric illness for profits.
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Toll of Chronic Conditions Tallied
The Institute of Medicine reports Americans live longer yet face a high burden from chronic illnesses. Total annual cost reaches 1.5 trillion dollars, about three quarters of healthcare spending, with nine leading conditions identified and rising due to aging and obesity.
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How to Start Exercising After Childbirth
Advice from Dr. Jeffrey Henke emphasizes gentle first workouts after birth focusing on rest and baby care. Start with low intensity activity like a 30 minute walk days after vaginal or cesarean delivery, avoid incision strain, and gradually raise intensity with physician approval. Stay hydrated, nurse or pump before exercise, and wear a supportive sports bra.
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Study finds drunken people aware of poor decisions
A University of Missouri Columbia study of 67 adults shows alcohol dulls the brain’s error alarm, making drinkers less likely to slow and correct mistakes even though they know they erred. Researchers used brain measures and tasks to compare drinkers and nondrinkers, noting alcohol’s impact on evaluative control.
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Journal of Abnormal Psychology
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