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A Deep Dive into Arthritis
Written by Sophia Qin | Art By Maya Wen The human body consists of around 360 joints, where two bones intersect. When a joint is inflamed or swollen, the individual is diagnosed with Arthritis, heavily affecting their ability to complete everyday tasks. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, 53.2 million United States Read more
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5 Ways to Maintain a Healthy Brain
Written by Srivalli Adarapu | Art by Lily Ozaeta Aging brings along many health complications, some potentially life-threatening, such as brain disorders like Alzheimer’s and dementia. However, by adopting healthy habits and preventative measures, you can significantly reduce your risk of cognitive impairments in the future. Here are five ways you can maintain a healthy Read more
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Understanding Mirror Touch Synesthesia
Written by Shaurya Gulani | Art by Yue Yi Peng You may have heard the phrase “You will never understand my pain” in movies or even real life. What if someone actually could feel the pain someone else experiences? This might seem hypothetical, however, this ability fits the description of a Mirror Touch Synesthesia Disorder. Read more
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Not a Clean Freak: On Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Written by Kirsten Batitay | Art by Anoushka Pandya When the term ‘obsessive-compulsive disorder,’ or OCD, comes to mind, often one might think of a person who is unduly organized, a perfectionist who finds happiness in the proper order of all things. While some of that may be true, OCD is not perfectionism. Obsessive-compulsive disorder Read more
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Understanding the Role of Neurotransmitters in Mental Health
Written by Srivalli Adarapu | Art by Simran Ahluwalia “Virtue is the golden mean between two vices—one of excess and the other of deficiency,” Aristotle once said. Aristotle’s renowned doctrine of the golden means suggests that one should resort to moderation to achieve a virtuous life. This principle of balance extends beyond ethics; it applies Read more
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SAD
Written by Yong-Lin Hu | Art by Maya Wen SAD, a fitting acronym for seasonal affective disorder, is a type of periodical depression that some experience with the changing seasons. These mood changes are typically attributed to shorter days and fewer hours of sunlight during the fall and winter. However, others may also experience the less common summer-pattern Read more
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