Otago research finds eating disorders shaped by metabolic and psychiatric biology
Researchers identified six regions of the genome (parts of DNA) associated with binge-eating behaviour. One of these regions…
Riverdale’s KJ Apa speaks about Cole Sprouse punching him over drug use
The former Shortland Street actor agreed, calling the act of violence “caring”. KJ Apa candidly discusses some of…
Anorexic child repeatedly denied admission to children’s ward, parents felt ‘helpless’
Clinical notes from the Central Regional Eating Disorder Service (CREDS) showed Lucas was losing weight and had a…
People with eating disorders are taking GLP-1s, and doctors are alarmed
Heavy promotion, easy access and a lack of warning labels add to the allure for people who are…
The promising immunotherapy treatment giving blood cancer patients hope – if they can afford it
CAR-T treatment involves removing a patient’s immune cells, re-engineering them to attack the cancer, then returning them via…
Focus on controllable issues amid rising anxiety: Expert
People should avoid worrying about problems that go beyond their control or ability to solve, Turkish Association for…
Nick Reiner, schizophrenia, substance abuse and violence
Nick Reiner’s arrest caught on surveillance camera Nick Reiner, the son of Rob Reiner, was arrested following the…
What does Metamucil do? And is it good for you?
See the new TikTok food trend taking fiber to the max “Fibermaxxing” is a dietary trend that focuses…
What is nyctophobia? The truth about the fear
Overcome fear and anxiety with these simple, effective techniques Learn how to reframe fear and anxiety, stay grounded…
Are weight-loss drugs like Ozempic causing eating disorders with ‘sinister’ marketing?
New Zealand Eating Disorders Clinic director Dr Roger Mysliwiec says GLP1 drugs were being “pushed very strongly” for…
News in 90 Seconds October 13
The morning’s headlines in 90 seconds, including a Kiwi driver conquers Mount Panorama, more Jeffrey Epstein trouble for…
Elusive cures: Why it’s time for new thinking on brain diseases
Why are brain disorders so mind-boggling? When we know so much about what a healthy brain looks like,…