Treating depression with software A treatment for depression using Emotional Faces Memory Task (EFMT).
This technology was originally developed by two Mount Sinai researchers and resulted in a significantly greater reduction of major depressive disorder (MDD) symptoms compared to a control group, according to initial clinical results presented at the Society of Biological Psychiatry Annual READ MORE
Aristotle was right: Doing good creates a better kind of happiness Happiness and good health go together. But when it comes to your health, not all forms of happiness are created equal. Research shows that “eudaimonic” well-being—the kind that arises from a sense of purpose or service—produces better health benefits than “hedonic” well-being, which we get from a having good time or when we feel excited because our favorite sports team wins. In other words: Happiness is a practice as Aristotle argues almost two and a half thousand years ago. Read the inspiring essay in The New Yorker. READ MORE
Purify the air in your home with these 15 plantsThe air that you breathe in your home is contaminated with may toxic chemicals. Sofas and beds, for instance, are drenched in flame retardants to prevent them catching fire. However, that welcome protection comes at a cost for your health. The great news is…. that plants can purify your home. NASA scientists have worked to develop a breathable environment for long-term lunar habitation, and they have identified the 15 best air-purifying plants suited for indoor living. You only need two plants for each 100 square feet of space. Golden Pothos is the easiest plant to grow. Palm trees and orchids are also on the list along with these other beauties. READ MORE
The real value of urban farming is about more than foodDuring World War II, millions of Americans grew food in their backyards, eventually supplying a hungry nation with 40 percent of its fruits and vegetables. Urban farming is making a comeback today. It is proposed as the solution for “food deserts” in poor neighborhoods and cities have set up programs encouraging people to grow crops in vacant lots or on rooftops. But does it work? Here’s an analysis by Vox: Urban farming may never feed whole cities, but it does revitalize communities and encourages healthier diets. READ MORE
