Category Archives: psychology/psychiatry

Ancient herb appears useful as anti-stress therapy

Posted on February 1, 2017 by

BY AMBER SMITH An herb used for centuries in India is gaining recognition in the United States as a way to reduce stress, and scientists at Upstate say their research indicates the herb, called ashwagandha, can help people with anxiety … Continue reading →

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Window to an ill youngster’s world: Therapy with miniatures and sand goes beyond child’s play

Posted on August 15, 2016 by

BY JIM HOWE A box of sand and an assortment of  miniatures helps young patients portray their world, and perhaps make sense of it, at the Waters Center for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders and the Pediatric Hematology-Oncology unit at the Upstate … Continue reading →

Posted in adolescents, cancer, community, health care, mental health/emotional health, patient story, psychology/psychiatry, Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital/pediatrics

Memoir focuses on race and medicine

Posted on July 5, 2016 by

BY SUSAN KEETER In “Black Man in a White Coat,” Damon Tweedy, MD, uses memoir to grapple with the evidence that, in his words, “being black is bad for your health,” shorthand for the fact that many diseases are more … Continue reading →

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‘Smallest acts of kindness can mean the world to an autistic student,’ speaker says

Posted on April 5, 2016 by

The Syracuse skyline featured a blue building Saturday night, in recognition of World Autism Awareness Day and the start of Autism Awareness Month. Onondaga Tower on East Jefferson Street was the site of the “Blue Lights for Autism” celebration, which … Continue reading →

Posted in adolescents, autism, community, disability, entertainment, psychology/psychiatry, Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital/pediatrics | 1 Comment

Better air = better brains: Study shows cognitive function improves when indoor ventilation improves

Posted on March 21, 2016 by

Reducing carbon dioxide and other pollutants in the air can have a profound impact on decision-making, according to a research team from Upstate, Harvard and Syracuse universities. The team’s study shows that people working in “green” offices, with good ventilation … Continue reading →

Posted in brain/neurology, health care, mental health/emotional health, psychology/psychiatry, public health, research, sustainability/environment

Measuring, treating a patient’s distress is part of shift in attitudes

Posted on February 1, 2016 by

Years ago, people believed a cancer diagnosis meant death. They were so ashamed of the disease that its name was mentioned only in whispers. Fast-forward 50 years. “Most people today say, ‘Well, I think maybe I’m going to be OK’ … Continue reading →

Posted in bioethics & humanities, cancer, community, mental health/emotional health, psychology/psychiatry, research

Upstate researchers seek participants for mental health study

Posted on December 23, 2015 by

Researchers from Upstate are seeking families to take part in a study of the genetic bases of some childhood behavioral and psychiatric disorders, such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. About the project: Most of the common disorders of this type are … Continue reading →

Posted in community, genetics, mental health/emotional health, psychology/psychiatry, research, volunteers

Making music helps kids with autism connect with others

Posted on October 17, 2015 by

Zachary Cottell, 4, often wears earphones to muffle outside noise, which can be agitating and disruptive for children on the autism spectrum. But on a recent Friday night, Zachary put down his earphones, picked up plastic noise makers (boom whackers) … Continue reading →

Posted in community, education, entertainment, health care, mental health/emotional health, patient story, psychology/psychiatry, public health, Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital/pediatrics

Eugene A. Kaplan, MD, receives President’s Award

Posted on October 6, 2015 by

Upstate Medical University presented 16 awards at its fall convocation Sept. 16. The President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, College of Medicine, Clinical Department,  was given to Eugene A. Kaplan, MD. Below is his biography, as it appears in the … Continue reading →

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Ronald Saletsky, PhD, receives President’s Award

Posted on October 4, 2015 by

Upstate Medical University presented 16 awards at its fall convocation Sept. 16. The President’s Award for Excellence in Faculty Service was given to Ronald Saletsky, PhD. Below is his biography, as it appears in the convocation program. By Stephanie DeJoseph … Continue reading →

Posted in community, education, history, mental health/emotional health, psychology/psychiatry, Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital/pediatrics