Posts Tagged ‘intervention’
Tempered talks reduce teen pot use
U. WASHINGTON (US) — A non-finger wagging conversation between teenagers and adults can reduce marijuana use by as much as 20 percent. Continue…
Wednesday, July 6, 2011 11:19 - 0 Comments
Society & Culture - Jun 16, 2011 16:09 - 1 Comment
Help for men on how to be fathers
U. CHICAGO (US) — Support groups in the community and online benefit new dads and their families as they figure out how to become fathers. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Dec 9, 2009 18:57 - 8 Comments
Rewriting memories to erase fear
NYU (US)—Researchers have developed a non-invasive technique to block the return of fear memories in humans. The technique could lead to new ways to treat anxiety disorders. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Dec 1, 2009 14:54 - 1 Comment
Early approach helps toddlers with autism
UC DAVIS/U. WASHINGTON (US)—A novel early intervention program for very young children with autism—some as young as 18 months—is effective for improving IQ, language ability, and social interaction, a comprehensive new study has found. (more…)
Society & Culture - Nov 30, 2009 17:42 - 2 Comments
Antidote for kids’ antisocial behaviors
U. OREGON (US)—A school-based intervention program for young children who display an antisocial behavior pattern or show clear signs of developing one has proven effective at encouraging positive interactions with teachers, parents, and peers, according to a new study. (more…)
