Month: September 2022

The Impact of Comorbidity on Stroke Patients’ Functioning

Imagine you’re a painter and your canvas is a patient with a stroke. Now, picture that canvas being filled not only with strokes of different colors representing chronic diseases but also patterns formed by the strokes! That’s what this study explored in Chinese patients with acute ischemic stroke. They found that comorbidity, or the presence […]

Published on September 9, 2022

Planning with Theory of Mind

Understanding how Theory of Mind works is like solving a complex puzzle. Just like deciphering a secret code, Theory of Mind helps us not only predict but also plan to change what others think and do. It’s like having a strategic game plan where we use abstract theories to understand causal relationships and make informed […]

Published on September 9, 2022

Children in Northern California Learn to Cope With Wildfire Trauma

Watching their previous home go up in flames during a wildfire was like witnessing a nightmare unfold for the Bravo sisters. Now, as California wildfires become more intense and frequent, many children who experience such disasters are left with lasting psychological trauma. This can manifest as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and even physical health […]

Published on September 9, 2022