Posted Aug 22, 2008 at 02:46PM by Gino D. Listed in: Self Well-being, Psychology Tags: Discovery Channel
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Simpsons Bumblebee man - Image 1Video games may not directly induce violence, but hearing bad jokes can. Yes, telling bad jokes can seriously get you hurt. In extreme cases, as some professional comics may attest to, it could get you maimed, bruised, and maybe even bleeding. (They don't call it a "tough crowd" for nothing!) But why is this? A recent study by linguist Nancy Bell of Washington State University may shed light on this horrific punchline. Somebody gonna get a hurt...

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Posted Jun 22, 2008 at 12:36PM by Gino D. Listed in: Astronomy, Self Well-being, Space Exploration, Celestial Bodies Tags: Japan, aliens, Marvel Comics, Optimus Prime
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Optimus Prime says... - Image 1Now, personally, my knowledge of Japan looking for aliens is basically limited to that line of toys which eventually gave birth to Optimus Prime and the rest of his Transformers crew. All that might change though, if Japan's little project bears any fruit. Don't look now, but a team of astronomers in Japan are actually planning to scan around the cosmos for aliens. [cue "You Got the Touch" theme song]

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Posted May 13, 2008 at 12:15PM by Enrico S. Listed in: Alternative Medicine, Self Well-being Tags: University of Georgia, Fruit flies
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Fruit Fly - Image 1Scientists are always on the lookout for new and safer methods of controlling pain in humans. A  research team from the University of Georgia believe that the common fruit fly may hold the key to creating new pain killers. To find out more, head on over to the full article.

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Posted May 12, 2008 at 09:42AM by Isaac C. Listed in: Self Well-being, Mental Health Tags: Yale University
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Men are more likely than women to crave alcohol when they feel negative emotions - Image 1And once again, science provides an answer: a new study has shown that men are more likely than women to crave alcohol when depressed. The same study says that women are more prone to buy shoes. We kid, ladies (some guys also love retail therapy!). Gulp your way into the full article.

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Posted May 10, 2008 at 01:18AM by David T. Listed in: Self Well-being, Mental Health, Psychology Tags: insomnia
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Neils Clark explains the mechanics behind video game addiction - Image 1What exactly characterizes video game addiction? Writer and researcher Neils Clark recently tackled this and other related questions at the 2008 Games for Health Conference. In his talk, Clark elaborated on the problem, its elements, real world relationships and possible solutions. More on those in the full article after the jump.

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Posted May 03, 2008 at 10:46AM by Isaac C. Listed in: Environmental Campaigns, Diseases, Self Well-being Tags: pollution, Baltimore, New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta
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America's Most Polluted Cities Revealed - Image 1A new survey from the American Lung Association has revealed the most polluted cities in America. Which cities topped the list? Pittsburgh ranked the highest in short-term pollution, but Los Angeles proved to be the most polluted on a year-round basis, as well as in terms of smog or ozone. Time to whip out the gas mask? If you want to know whether your city made the list, follow the "read more" link below.

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Posted Apr 29, 2008 at 01:32PM by Isaac C. Listed in: Self Well-being, Mental Health Tags: Xbox Live Arcade, Bejeweled, iPhone, PopCap Games, PlayStation Network, Java Games
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Casual Games Scientifically Proven to Relieve Stress - Image 1An apple a day keeps the doctor away? Forget it. Play a round of Bejeweled instead. According to a new study, casual games are proven to be beneficial for your health. Details in the full article.

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Posted Apr 26, 2008 at 06:07AM by David T. Listed in: Self Well-being, Mental Health, Neurology, Psychology
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An artistic rendition of false memory - Image 1One distinguishing quirk of human beings is that our preferences tend to change over time. While there is usually nothing wrong with this, it can spell danger as far as end-of-life treatment decisions are concerned. False memories apparently play a part in complicating things. If you prefer, you can read more about it in the full article after the jump.

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Posted Apr 26, 2008 at 05:32AM by David T. Listed in: Self Well-being, Mental Health
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A study shows that workplace flexibility has its benefits - Image 1Want to boost morale in your workplace? You may wish to increase workplace flexibility. According to a recent study, a greater amount of this kind of flexibility was associated with fewer reports of illness and improved commitment. If this sounds good to you, we're flexible enough to let you turn to the full article after the jump.

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Posted Apr 16, 2008 at 02:46AM by Jay P. Listed in: Self Well-being, Mental Health Tags: Amsterdam, BBC
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TV psychologist Tanya Byron links games to heroin addiction - Image 1Dr. Tanya Byron has raided airwaves again with her latest endeavor with video games. After her six-month review of game violence, she was able to write and front a BBC TV show wherein she linked playing video games to heroin addiction. More details can be found in the full article.

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