Since 2017, hundreds of females age 12-½ and younger with gender dysmorphia have undergone double mastectomies, according to analysis released by the Manhattan Institute this week. The breast removal surgery, sometimes called “top surgery,” aims to create a “more masculine-looking chest,” as stated on Cleveland Clinic’s website. Leor Sapir, PhD, a fellow at the Manhattan...
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Woman tries to run boyfriend over with car en route to couples therapy session: police
A 30-year-old Minnesota woman is in custody after an incident on the way to couples therapy.Veronica Roleen Gast was arrested for second-degree assault, criminal vehicular operation, bodily harm, gross negligence, and domestic assault, according to an affidavit obtained by Crime Online. MINNESOTA TROOPER CHARGED AFTER PATROL CAR SLAMS INTO CHEERLEADER’S VEHICLE ‘FULL THROTTLE,’ KILLING HERGast...
Limit of 3 hours of weekly screen time for kids has ‘positive effect’ on behavior, mental health: study
When it comes to screen time and kids, less is more. That’s according to a recent Denmark study led by Dr. Jesper Schmidt-Persson from the University of Southern Denmark. It looked at the effects of reduced screen media exposure on youth mental health. Eighty-nine families with a total of 181 children and teens were randomly...
FDA rejects MDMA as psychedelic-based treatment for mental health, PTSD
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Friday its rejection of MDMA as a treatment for PTSD. The decision was based on “significant limitations” that “prevent the agency from concluding that the drug is safe and effective for the proposed indication,” the FDA stated, according to The Associated Press. MDMA, also known as ecstasy...
Veterans advocate for MDMA, also known as ecstasy, to be used in therapy to treat PTSD
In what could be a pivotal moment for the future of psychedelic medicine, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) is weighing a decision to approve MDMA-AT, also known as ecstasy or molly, to treat post-traumatic stress disorder. The FDA is expected to make a decision by Aug. 11. The decision will have a huge impact...
Gallup poll reveals how teens cope with negative emotions — and why 'they want to be heard'
A new Gallup survey explored how young Americans cope with stress, anxiety and other big emotions – and the results were mostly positive. The research was done in partnership with the Walton Family Foundation and Dr. Lisa Damour, a bestselling author and clinical adolescent psychologist who served as a consultant on Pixar’s movie “Inside Out...
Pain on the brain: Thinking too hard can actually hurt, a new study says
You really can think so hard about something that it hurts, according to a new study.The American Psychological Association recently published new research proving that mental exertion leads to negative feelings and irritation.The study was published Monday in the APA’s monthly journal, Psychological Bulletin.AI FAST-TRACKS DEMENTIA DIAGNOSES BY TAPPING INTO ‘HIDDEN INFORMATION’ IN BRAIN WAVESData...
On this day in history, August 5, 1962, Marilyn Monroe is found dead in Los Angeles
Iconic Hollywood movie star Marilyn Monroe was found dead in her Los Angeles home at age 36 on this day in history, August 5, 1962. The actress was discovered face down and lying nude on her bed holding a telephone in one hand, according to History.com. Scattered throughout her room were empty pill bottles; the...
Mental health dangers, Alzheimer's risk factors and more top health stories
Fox News Digital publishes an array of health pieces all week long to keep you in the know on key wellness topics: disease prevention, nutrition, medical research, health care and more. We also share personal stories of people and families overcoming great health obstacles. Check out some of the top stories of the week in...
Wedding regrets plague woman after she spends $90K, calling it 'money down the drain'
A woman on Reddit sought advice after experiencing major regrets about decisions she made ahead of her wedding day. She shared her guilt and “heartbroken” feelings. Many of the regrets, she said, concerned the way she looked on her big day. She wore a poorly fitted dress and didn’t have her makeup done professionally, she...









