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Eating Well May Slow Hearing Loss in Women

… hearing loss. Not being able to hear well can make it hard to communicate. That can affect relationships with loved ones, friends, and coworkers. A new study shows that women who have a …
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The Power of Peers

… what you choose to do. But this work also suggests that you can harness the power of social relationships to gain healthier habits—and motivate others to do the same. … Social Influence … … great,” says Dr. Rebecca Schwartz-Mette of the University of Maine. Her lab studies how peer relationships affect the emotional development of children and teens. Friendships you feel you …
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Feeling Stressed?

… ways to cope with stress. We know from a lot of different studies that having close personal relationships—people with whom you can talk, with whom you can share your feelings—can be … says Kiecolt-Glaser. “So spending time with family and friends in order to maintain those relationships is perhaps one of the most crucial things you can do as a stress reducer.” …
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Mindfulness Matters

… anxiety and hostility among urban youth and lead to reduced stress, fewer fights and better relationships. A major benefit of mindfulness is that it encourages you to pay attention to your …
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Struggling to Hear?

… get older. Not being able to hear well can make it hard to communicate. That can affect your relationships, emotional well-being, and work performance. For those who need them, hearing aids …
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Herpes in Hiding

… reliable way to prevent infection is to abstain from sex or to be in a long-term monogamous relationship with an uninfected partner. Condoms can also reduce the risk of transmission, but …
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Disrupted Speech

… It can cause anxiety about speaking and lead them to avoid talking. This, in turn, can affect relationships, self-esteem, and quality of life. It’s common for people who stutter to be able to …
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Care and Connection

… part of a community helps us thrive. But we sometimes have a hard time making and keeping the relationships that sustain us. Many Americans report feeling lonely for long periods of time. …
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Radon Risk

… years for disease to appear. NIH-funded scientists have been working to better understand the relationship between radon exposure and cancer risk. The good news is that many radon-related …
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Talking With Your Doctor

… Patients and health care providers share a very personal relationship. Doctors need to know a lot about you, your family, and your lifestyle to give you …