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Tag Archives: fiction
Schizophrenia, for your entertainment
Just because something is “for your entertainment,” it doesn’t necessarily mean that this “something” is being ridiculed or mocked. However, when the subject matter pertains to the devastating mental disorder schizophrenia, it’s important that the makers of the entertainment are … Continue reading
Posted in General Interest
Tagged books, fiction, movies, neurology, schizophrenia, society
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The “science” of Edward Cullen, a sparkly vampire
Many elements of science fiction have their roots in actual science, so why couldn’t the same be true of Edward Cullen? For those of you who have not heard of Stephenie Meyer’s Twilght series (all one or two of you), … Continue reading
Posted in Just For Fun, Research
Tagged anemia, fiction, insomnia, iridophores, porphyria, Twilight, vampires
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Insight into the Alzheimer’s experience
When I stand in front of my bookshelf, my eyes return to this book more than most, and I think that fact speaks to the power this book has. I recently posted about research on neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s … Continue reading
