Back in 1994, the DSM-IV introduced "with poor insight" as a specifier for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The DSM-5 took it a step further, allowing clinicians to diagnose OCD "with absent insight/delusional beliefs. " This change has blurred the line between OCD and psychosis. A recent study
Imagine you're born with a deformed ear, something called microtia. It's a common birth defect, and the 'concha-type' can be tricky to fix. Doctors in one study tackled this issue with a clever mix of triangular flaps and full-thickness skin grafts. These methods used the remaining ear tissue and fl
Breast cancer comes in many forms, and one of the toughest types is Triple-Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC). This type of cancer doesn't have the usual targets that treatments often go for, making it tricky to treat. Scientists have been trying something clever though. They've been using a method calle
India sadly has a staggering 14 million survivors of human trafficking, many of whom are forced into sexual exploitation. This crime not only robs them of their basic rights but also leaves deep psychological wounds. Yet, there's a lack of reliable treatment options for these survivors. One promisin
A potential deal between U. S. Steel and Nippon Steel has got some Indiana residents worried. While Gary Mayor Eddie Melton thinks the sale could be good for the local economy, some environmental groups aren't so sure. They're worried that Nippon Steel might keep using aging blast furnaces, which ar
Have you ever thought about how cells manage to turn food into energy? They're like tiny factories, taking in chemicals and converting them into useful stuff. Scientists have been trying to copy this trick by creating teeny bubbles called microcompartments. These bubbles can grow and change, just li
In a surprising move, U. S. President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Kari Lake, a former Arizona journalist and political ally, to lead the Voice of America (VOA), a global broadcaster funded by the U. S. government. Lake, known for her support of "America First" policies, left journalism in 2021 to
The U. S. Department of Education has spent over $1 billion on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives since 2021. Researchers found that $490 million went to DEI hiring, $343 million to DEI programming, and $170 million to DEI-related mental health services. This spending has benefited u
Imagine being in the middle of chemotherapy and having to fight your insurance company to get the medicine you need. That's what happened to Arete Tsoukalas, a 26-year-old law student from Indiana. After being diagnosed with leukemia, she found out her insurance required a $13, 000 monthly copay for
Have you ever wondered how old your body really is? The Kardashians did just that in the latest season finale of their reality show. They took a special blood test called the Horvath Test, which measures your body's age. Khloé Kardashian, known for her love of ice cream and cookies, thought her sist
