Confidence in one's value as a human being is a precious psychological resource and generally a highly positive factor in life; it is correlated with achievement, good relationships, and satisfaction.

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It's the stuff movies are made of: After a blow to the head, a person wanders aimlessly, unable to remember who they are or where they came from. While such sudden, profound loss of memory is rare, ...

APOPKA, Fla. – The Apopka Planning Commission on Tuesday unanimously voted to grant access for the construction of a new mosque in its downtown area. The proposal received a mix of reactions from the ...

Over one million Australians will be living with dementia in 40 years — more than double the current number — according to a new report by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW). The ...

Drowsiness refers to feeling unusually sleepy during the day. Being drowsy may lead to additional symptoms, such as forgetfulness or falling asleep at inappropriate times. Certain lifestyle factors ...

Taking flight: a parasitic roundworm prepares to jump on its host (courtesy: Victor M. Ortega-Jimenez) Researchers in the US have discovered that a tiny jumping worm uses static electricity to ...