A dataset called the “COVID dashboard project” has revealed that forcing children to wear a mask all day at school is a pointless exercise in child abuse. Put together by Brown University professor Emily Oster, the project was designed to fill the gap concerning the “coordinated federal effort to track COVID cases in context.” “By ‘in context’ I mean … Continue reading Large-scale study finds that masking students is ineffective and a form of child abuse
Study: Inflammation may be linked to “brain fog”
Researchers from the University of Birmingham and the University of Amsterdam have found strong evidence linking inflammation to “brain fog,” a type of cognitive dysfunction commonly described as mental sluggishness. In their study published in the journal Neuroimage, the researchers explained that a cognitive process responsible for alertness is particularly affected shortly after inoculation with a vaccine that causes temporary inflammation. In turn, this effect … Continue reading Study: Inflammation may be linked to “brain fog”
Poll: 3 in 10 healthcare workers consider leaving the field, citing burnout
More than a year into the coronavirus pandemic, some three in 10 healthcare workers say they have considered leaving the profession due to burnout and stress, a nationally representative survey out Thursday indicates. The survey, conducted by the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF) and the Washington Post, revealed that roughly half of all healthcare workers are burned out, while … Continue reading Poll: 3 in 10 healthcare workers consider leaving the field, citing burnout
Experts warn impact of coronavirus pandemic on children’s mental health is “increasingly alarming”
Health experts are concerned about the effect of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on the mental health of the general population, particularly the children. According to health experts, children are some of the most affected by the pandemic because of the repeated lockdowns and the sudden and significant changes in everyone’s lifestyle. Governments have enforced lockdowns or heavily restricted movements … Continue reading Experts warn impact of coronavirus pandemic on children’s mental health is “increasingly alarming”
1 in 3 COVID-19 survivors suffer neurological or mental disorders, new research reveals
One in three COVID-19 survivors has been diagnosed with a neurological or mental disorder within six months of infection. This is according to an observational study of over 230,000 patient health records. Published Tuesday, April 6, in The Lancet Psychiatry journal, the study also showed that COVID-19 survivors were far more likely to be diagnosed with conditions like anxiety and mood disorders than … Continue reading 1 in 3 COVID-19 survivors suffer neurological or mental disorders, new research reveals
15-year-old Welsh boy hangs himself following coronavirus lockdown struggle
A 15-year-old boy in the town of Treorchy in Wales committed suicide after struggling to cope amid the U.K.’s coronavirus lockdown. Kian Southway posted a message on Snapchat saying “Goodbye everyone” before hanging himself in late March 2020. Despite his family’s intervention and medical treatment, Kian died four days after the suicide attempt. Kian’s parents described him … Continue reading 15-year-old Welsh boy hangs himself following coronavirus lockdown struggle
Carbs significantly relieve PMS symptoms in women and an increase in serotonin production could explain why
Controlling your intake of carbohydrates is an important part of a healthy weight management plan. But for women who suffer from mild or severe premenstrual syndrome (PMS), increasing their consumption of carbohydrates may give them relief from PMS symptoms because of its effect on serotonin production. Dr. Judith Wurtman, former director of the Research Program in Women’s Health at the Massachusetts Institute … Continue reading Carbs significantly relieve PMS symptoms in women and an increase in serotonin production could explain why
Are schizophrenics actually possessed by demons?
A Turkish scientist has speculated that schizophrenia may be the result of demonic possession. Though politically incorrect, M. Kemal Irmak says the hallucinatory effects of schizophrenia directly parallel the effects of demon possession, pointing to the need for non-pharmaceutical interventions. Since demonic possession can manifest with a range of bizarre behaviors, including delusions and hallucinations, Irmak speculates … Continue reading Are schizophrenics actually possessed by demons?
Study finds many Wuhan coronavirus infection survivors experience cognitive issues
Many people who survive a bout of Wuhan coronavirus infection experience complications that affect their brain function, according to a recent study. A recent study published in Frontiers in Psychology examined the long-term effects of SARS-CoV-2 infection on the brain and the possible short- and long-term mental health issues surviving patients face. The paper was the result of efforts by … Continue reading Study finds many Wuhan coronavirus infection survivors experience cognitive issues
6 Drug-free, evidence-based treatments for depression
Depression is a serious medical condition that can greatly hurt your relationships, work and physical health. Also called major depressive disorder, it is a mood disorder that causes feelings of sadness, loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed, changes in appetite, trouble sleeping or oversleeping, and loss of energy, among other things. Depression is distinct … Continue reading 6 Drug-free, evidence-based treatments for depression
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 