Behavioral Health
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Centenarians say attitude is important in long, happy life
By Maiken Scott
May 11, 2011
Close to 72,000 people in the U.S. are 100 years old or older. Their ranks are expected to swell dramatically over the next decade. In Delaware County, 52 centenarians and their families and friends ... More »
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Cheating just a little bit?
September 20, 2010
Monogamy is a guiding principle of marriage and committed relationships in our society - and infidelity is generally frowned upon. But - our actions tell a different story. More »
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Child abuse-prevention professionals say the job gets a little easier when they get together
By Maiken Scott
July 14, 2011
Child abuse is never not in the news. Nationally, priest sexual abuse cases continue to make headlines. Locally, the Danieal Kelly case is in court again, with more people on trial in the death of the... More »
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Child's Play promotes learning
February 17, 2009
A study of 11, 000 third-graders found that kids who have more recess behave better and are likely to learn more. More »
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Childhood trauma has far-reaching effects
By Maiken Scott
July 11, 2011
A new study finds a strong relationship between difficult childhood experiences and later behavioral and physical health problems. In their weekly conversation, Maiken Scott and Dan Gottlieb discuss t... More »
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Choosing between Options
April 12, 2010
Every day, we make hundreds of choices - small and big. How to get to work, what to eat for lunch, and whether to pursue a new career opportunity. But how do we make those choices - and how does havin... More »
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CHOP researcher confirms anorexia is genetic
By Carolyn Beeler
November 22, 2010
New research from the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia confirms previous hypotheses that anorexia is partially caused by genetics. More »
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Clergy members learn how to respond to trauma
By Maiken Scott
May 22, 2011
Members of the clergy console when tragedy strikes, offer guidance in tough situations, and hear people confess past troubles. A workshop in Philadelphia introduced them to the latest research on addr... More »
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Close relationships may slow Alzheimer's progress
August 3, 2009
A close relationship with a caregiver may slow the progression of Alzheimer's Disease. More »
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College freshmen say they're stressed, depressed
By Taunya English
February 15, 2011
An annual survey of college freshmen suggests their emotional health has dropped to its lowest level in 25 years. More »
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