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In our latest white paper, we take a look at epigenetics and how it may affect our understanding of behavioral health. First, we briefly discuss and define epigenetics. Then, we explore how this field...
Racism and poverty are two major drivers of toxic stress, which harms families and communities across the United States. This stress can lead to a large number of adverse health effects and outcomes, particularly...
If you’re anything like us — health nerds, that is — you know that it’s American Heart Month. During February, organizations across the U.S. promote heart health. So you’ve probably read something recently about...
“War is hell.” This phrase has become attached to U.S. Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman, a variation of something he reportedly said nearly 140 years ago to crowds in both Michigan and Ohio. Sherman himself...
Cleveland is the worst in child poverty among large cities, according to recently released data by the U.S. Census Bureau. “This is a heartbreaking confirmation of what we have observed in our work for many...
The staggering increases in depression and suicide in children and teens since the early 2000s coincide with the widespread use of smartphones and the rise of social media. Although there is evidence of links...
Many people who have never experienced real poverty have a hard time understanding why so many poor people seem to stay that way. The solutions seem so obvious. Why don’t poor people just work...
Perhaps you’ve seen this quote shared on social media: “You cannot suffer the past or future because they do not exist. What you are suffering is your memory and your imagination.” Presumably it’s meant...
Section 1. What is Joy and Where Does it Come From? Joy is a euphoric, neuro-bio-physiological experience that leads to many positive body, mood, and behavioral changes arising from neurochemical brain changes. Joy comes...
