Health Briefs: Bullying a downright downer, polygamy is hard on the heart

04 May 2015 - 10:16 By Yolisa Mkele

Research from Warwick University in the UK found that childhood bullying has a worse effect on anxiety, depression and suicidal tendencies than maltreatment by adults. IF YOU DO ONE THING ...GET a job that's mentally challenging. It might feel draining and tough, but those whose jobs involve challenging work tasks are better protected from memory and cognitive decline than others, according to Neurology magazine.ADHD LINKED TO EATINGA STUDY by the International Journal of Eating Disorders has found that children with ADHD are more likely to suffer from eating disorders.FEEL-GOOD FEARSCARY movies can be good for you. US professor Glen Spraks has found fiction-induced fear causes the body to increase production of chemicals that make you feel good and help burn calories. ..

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