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Jun 01 2026HEALTH

Smartphones and borderline personality disorder: what apps reveal about emotional struggles

Researchers tracked how people with borderline personality disorder (BPD) used smartphones during therapy to see if app habits matched their emotional states. Over eight weeks, 49 participants reported their inner tension and dissociation levels every two hours while their app use was recorded. The

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May 13 2025HEALTH

The Future of Dry Eye Treatment: Tech and Genes

Dry eye disease is a widespread issue affecting many people. Symptoms can vary greatly from person to person. Most treatments focus on easing symptoms after they appear. This approach is often seen as reactive rather than proactive. However, there is a growing push for a more forward-thinking approa

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Nov 19 2024HEALTH

Why Aren't Mental Health Apps Working? Let's Fix That!

You've probably heard that mental health apps are great, but many people just don't stick with them. Why is that? One big reason is that people might be using the wrong app for their needs. Imagine going to a shoe store and being given shoes that don't fit your feet. You'd probably walk away without

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