Therapeutic Resources Blog
Having Friends Is Good for You, Starting in Your Teens
January 15, 2016
Having friends is good for your physical health, and the benefits appear to start early in life, according to a new study. Read More »
Lack Of Deep Sleep May Set The Stage For Alzheimer’s
January 14, 2016
There's growing evidence that a lack of sleep can leave the brain vulnerable to Alzheimer's disease. "Changes in sleep habits may actually be setting the stage" for dementia, says Jeffrey Iliff, a brain scientist at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland. Read More »
Here’s What You Shouldn’t Do When Trying To Revive A Newborn
January 13, 2016
"You have a minute to help that baby breathe," says Dr. Mark Hathaway. He works as a senior adviser for family planning at USAID's Maternal and Child Survival Program, and he is showing me how to get a newborn to take its first breath. Read More »
Hillary Clinton Outlines Plan To Address Autism
January 12, 2016
(On January 7) in Iowa, Hillary Clinton announced a detailed plan to address autism, including additional resources and research. NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks with Ron Fournier, a columnist for National Journal and father of a child with Asperger's syndrome, about the plan and the significance of a presidential campaign taking on the issue. Read More »