The Soul in the Stomach
How a 17th-century physician followed his ‘gut feeling’ and proposed a link between the emotions and the stomach, which seemingly echoes the latest medical research on the brain–gut connection. By…
Trust me, I’m a Patient
Years of living with a mental health condition has made artist Rachel Rowan Olive an expert – she, and not her GP, has a detailed knowledge of what works best…
The pill, Autism and me
Growing up, Catriona Reid carefully hid two things about herself: she’d been diagnosed with Asperger syndrome, and she was taking Rigevidon, an oral contraceptive, to treat acne. As an adult,…
Could Getting rid of old cells turn back the clock on Aging?
Researchers are investigating medicines that selectively kill decrepit cells to promote healthy aging — but more work is needed before declaring them a fountain of youth. By Amber DanceFreelance science…
My ADHD Titration Diary
Being diagnosed with ADHD was ultimately a relief for Verity Babbs, but she had mixed feelings about taking medication. She worried about being wedded to too many pills but also…
Psychedelics Open a New Window on the Mechanisms of Perception
They could help reveal how the brain generates our perceptions of the world around us — and of ourselves. By Anil AnanthaswamyScience Writer Introduction “Everything became imbued with a sense…
Polypharmacy: Tackling the Growing Problem of Overmedication
Polypharmacy — taking five or more meds at a time — leads to side effects, unnecessary hospitalizations, and premature deaths. By Helen SantoroScience Journalist Introduction When my grandmother Carol Mitchell…
Traditional Medicine Provides Health Care to Many around the Globe
More people are seeking out traditional forms of medicine, from acupuncture to herbal medicines. By Dr. Ling ZhaoProfessor of NutritionUniversity of Tennessee By Dr. Paul D. TerryProfessor of EpidemiologyUniversity of…
