BC psychiatrist resigns license after patient complains of abuse during psychedelic therapy research

British Columbia Share on facebook Share on Twitter Share via email Donna Dryer admitted to conflicts of interest and boundary violations in MDMA-assisted therapy research Bethany Lindsay – CBC News Posted: 3 hours ago Former psychiatrist Donna Dryer, right, talks about psychedelic therapy with husband Richard Yensen in 2019. (David Nickles/YouTube) A BC psychiatrist has … Read more

Nutrition experts’ 12 most budget-friendly high-protein meals

Nutrition experts' 12 most budget-friendly high-protein meals

If you’ve found yourself searching on Google lately how to eat more proteinWhile staring at an empty refrigerator, you are not alone. When adoption is high and motivation is low, the result is usually one of two things: overpriced takeout or a bowl of cereal. And while both *can* satisfy a hungry stomach, ultimate satisfaction … Read more

How ‘micro’ breaks during the day can help reduce work burnout’flow + rest = success’

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Leopatrizi | E+ | beautiful images As employees are facing the highest ever rates of burnout due to workplace stress, companies and researchers are increasingly looking for ways to prevent this toll on the workforce. their labor. One such company is Exos, a performance coaching company, which teamed up with psychologists from Hofstra University to … Read more

Reconciliation history: How Democrats can bridge the political divide to fix the messy House Speakership

Reconciliation history: How Democrats can bridge the political divide to fix the messy House Speakership

Opportunity sometimes knocks twice. House Democrats missed a historic opportunity when they voted to oust Kevin McCarthy as Speaker β€” they could have kept him in his seat in exchange for introducing House rules that encouraged the regime bipartisan. As the House descends into chaos, Democrats may have a second chance. Kevin McCarthy says he’s … Read more

Here’s what it takes for insurance to cover weight loss pills

Here's what it takes for insurance to cover weight loss pills

The makers of Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro are racing to prove that these hugely popular drugs offer health benefits beyond weight loss and diabetes. They say doing so would make it easier for patients to get insurance to cover expensive drugs. Clinical trials are underway to see if the drug can reduce the risk of … Read more

Amid the mental health crisis, the toy industry takes on a new role: building resilience

Amid the mental health crisis, the toy industry takes on a new role: building resilience

Estimated reading time: 5-6 minutes NEW YORK As more children emerge from the pandemic struggling with mental health issues, their parents are looking for ways to help them build emotional resilience. And toy companies are paying close attention. Although still in its early stages, a growing number of toy marketers are considering MESH or mental, … Read more

Brain-boosting snacks at work: 5 healthy options recommended by nutritionists

‘Outnumbered’ panel discusses a new report about younger workers complaining about their older colleagues. Morning and post-lunch snacks are important at work because they help you maintain focus throughout the workday. β€œTo keep your brain sharp during the workday, it’s important to choose snacks that provide balance,” says Sarah Heckler, MS, RD, a registered dietitian … Read more

‘Tranq’ animals are dipped into Ohio and Kentucky’s fentanyl supply

Xylazine is often mixed with fentanyl and it can cause severe skin ulcers and wound necrosis if injected repeatedly.

A Northern Kentucky doctor examined a patient who was hospitalized for weeks when caregivers removed all of the skin on her forearm to save them from amputation. Dr. Mike Kalfas said the woman had taken the opioid fentanyl contaminated with an animal tranquilizer that causes tissue death, a condition that is becoming increasingly common in … Read more

The first signs of gloomy winter weather can trigger seasonal depression, seasonal affective disorder

The first signs of gloomy winter weather can trigger seasonal depression, seasonal affective disorder

Colder weather, less daylight, and seasonal changes can affect your overall mood, leading to depression or seasonal affective disorder, also known as SAD, which affects about 11 million people across the United States each year. Seasonal affective disorder can begin with the first signs of fall or winter, including cooler temperatures and less daylight as … Read more