Man Accidentally Inhales Drill Bit During Dental Procedure
Ten out of 10 dentists recommend not inhaling a drill bit during a routine dental procedure. And so does at least one Illinois man who has recovered after an ill-timed cough during a routine tooth filling deposited a nearly inch-long drill bit deep in the lower right lobe of his lung. Advertisement “I was at […]
The art of smell: Research suggests the brain processes smell both like a painting and a symphony
What happens when we smell a rose? How does our brain process the essence of its fragrance? Is it like a painting — a snapshot of the flickering activity of cells — captured in a moment in time? Or like a symphony, an evolving ensemble of different cells working together to capture the scent? New […]
The ‘equal-opportunity jerk’ defense: Rudeness can obfuscate gender bias
If you’re an “equal-opportunity jerk,” does that mean you can’t also be sexist? New research shows that many people think so — and consider men to be gender blind when they’re rude, condescending, and berating to women and men equally. To highlight the common view that men aren’t deemed sexist when they’re rude to both […]
Pathological Liar vs. Compulsive Liar: Differences, Signs, Love
Pathological liar vs a compulsive liar A pathological liar lies incessantly to get their way and does so with little awareness. A compulsive liar lies out of habit. Below are the differences or symptoms between compulsive and pathological liars. Pathological liar A liar lies incessantly to get their way and does so with little awareness. […]
Will Jock Itch Go Away on Its Own? Home Remedies, Treatment
Although jock itch is a curable condition, it does not go away on its own and can lead to complications if left untreated. No, jock itch does not go away on its own but can be cured with proper medications. Jock itch, medically called tinea cruris, is a fungal infection of the skin around the […]
Repeated exposure to major disasters has long-term mental health impacts
Repeated exposure to major disasters does not make people mentally stronger, a recent study from the Texas A&M University School of Public Health found: individuals who have been repeatedly exposed to major disasters show a reduction in mental health scores. Additionally, the research team found that the more experience the individuals had with such events, […]
Are You Self-Gaslighting? Here’s How To Spot The Destructive Behavior.
After facing a conflict, Brittany Beringer notices she does two things: dismiss her feelings, and convince herself she overreacted. When she feels vulnerable, this reaction intensifies. “In the past, I’d tolerate hurtful behavior because I somehow allow myself to believe the situation or action wasn’t as bad as it was,” said Beringer, an astrology writer […]
Is It Safe to Take Tylenol or Ibuprofen Before COVID-19 Vaccine?
The CDC does not recommend taking Tylenol or ibuprofen before getting the COVID-19 vaccine, as doing so may weaken its effectiveness Because taking over-the-counter painkillers before getting vaccinated may reduce the responsiveness of your immune system and therefore weaken the effectiveness of the vaccine, the CDC does not recommend taking Tylenol or ibuprofen before getting […]
Does ADHD Worsen With Age?
How does ADHD affect you as you get older? ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is a condition that causes problems with focusing, impulsivity, and hyperactivity that affect every part of your life. ADHD used to be considered a children’s condition. While it is one of the most common childhood brain development disorders, it also lasts […]
The evolution of good taste
Does evolution explain why we can’t resist a salty chip? Researchers at NC State University found that differences between the elemental composition of foods and the elemental needs of animals can explain the development of pleasing tastes like salty, umami and sweet. Taste tells us a lot about foods before they are swallowed and digested, […]