Stories by Esther Hsieh

New type of device stretches with the body to reduce inflammation

Culture strongly shapes the stresses on new mothers

Without adequate social support, many new moms struggle to feel happy

Retraining the brain can restore mobility for people with injuries or difficulty moving

Magnetic stimulation may help stave off age-related cognitive decline

UV light may trigger the same reward pathway in the brain as drugs such as heroin

Historical agriculture practices predict modern mentalities

But coming of age during a recession could temper that rising trend

Electrically stimulating the tongue may help repair neural damage

Activating the gene with drugs such as lithium could prevent or slow cognitive decline

The apology matters less than altering your level of engagement according to your partner's needs