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Fostering Mindfulness Skills with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Andrea Gold, PhD

January 29, 2026

Mindfulness is a powerful tool for grounding ourselves in the present moment. This is especially relevant for the current age of constant distraction and emotional overwhelm. One therapeutic approach that places mindfulness...

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The Importance of Mental Health Awareness Month

Brown University Health Blog Team

April 26, 2024

Mental Health Awareness Month provides education about the reality of living with a mental health condition—while it can make life more difficult, it doesn't have to stop someone from having a fulfilling life. When is Mental...

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Children, Autism, and Change: Tips to Make Transition Easier

Gina M. Marini, MA, LICSW

January 16, 2024

Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities face various challenges. One such challenge involves transition, which is the act of moving or changing from one activity, routine, or setting...

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What Is Parkinson’s Disease? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Movement Disorders Program

July 14, 2023

What is Parkinson’s disease? Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition that progresses slowly and worsens with age. With 90,000 new diagnoses each year, Parkinson’s disease is a common movement disorder that currently...

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Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Christopher J. Mullin, MD

Deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, often referred together as venous thromboembolism (VTE), occur when blood...

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Meniscus Tears: What They Are, Their Symptoms and How They Are Treated

Nicholas Lemme, MD

The meniscus is one of the most important structures in the knee. Each knee has two menisci: a medial meniscus on the...

Tick Bites, Lyme Disease, and Protecting Your Family This Summer

Brown University Health Blog Team

Summer is here, giving us warm weather and longer days to spend time outdoors. But be warned. Whether it is the dunes on...

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Sarcopenia: Aging Muscles are a Hidden Cause of Back Pain at Every Stage of Life

Bassel G. Diebo, MD

Back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide, and it doesn't discriminate. Whether you're a 30-year-old desk...

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AI and Your Health: What to Know about Emerging Technologies in Healthcare

Brown University Health Blog Team

Maybe you’ve used “artificial intelligence” or maybe you can’t stand the idea of it. There are plenty of pros and cons...

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BE FAST – Know the Stroke Signs and Risk Factors

Stephanie Souza, MSN, RN, ASC-BC

Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability around the world. In the United States, someone has a stroke every 40...

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How to Clean Fruits and Vegetables

Fruits and vegetables are part of a healthy diet, but they need to be washed well to keep you and your family safe.

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