A new study by Stanford researchers finds patients' allergic reactions dissipated more quickly when they were offered assurance by a doctor.
In a new book, Stanford pain psychologist Beth Darnall offers practical tools for health care providers to help their patients reduce pain.
Phobias are a form of anxiety disorder, but can be alleviated by therapy, Stanford's Carolyn Rodriguez and other experts say in this article.
Yesterday was a packed day at the third Childx conference at Stanford, with sessions covering everything from the biology of brain tumors to the ethics of gene editing and the economic shifts affecting the American dream.
To broaden access to proven strategies for treating eating disorders, Stanford specialists have published a book to help those struggling with the disease.
Scores of words describe the wide range of emotions we experience. And as we grasp for words to describe our feelings, scientists are similarly struggling …
The mind is a powerful thing — a simple thought can have an immediate physiological effect. For instance, just thinking about something stressful can make …
Just seconds into an interview with a potential babysitter, I had already formed a slightly unfavorable opinion. She had excellent reviews — five stars across …
Stress isn't evil, health psychologist Kelly McGonigal, PhD, emphasized on KQED's Forum on Friday. "Just a few years ago, that would have sounded like nonsense. …
Going back to school inspired Stanford law professor Joseph Bankman, JD, with more than new perspectives on his legal work. Through his experience in the Palo …
I’m fairly obsessive when it comes to preparing resumes and applications. In fact, I probably spend less time on the content than I do trying …
