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In Conversation
- ADHD in women: Breaking the stereotypes
Why does it take longer for women to receive an ADHD diagnosis, and should our understanding of ADHD change? Prof. Davida Hartman, autism and ADHD specialist, joins In Conversation to answer these and other questions.
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This podcast episode explores the two-way relationship between sleep and mental health, the science of sleep cycles, sleep supplements, and the role of cognitive behavioral therapy in treating insomnia.
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In this In Conversation podcast episode, MNT discusses a study from Brazil which found links between seven artificial sweeteners and accelerated brain aging, and other possible long-term effects.
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In this episode of In Conversation, Dr. Tom Barber, professor of endocrinology and obesity expert, helps us explore the evidence linking a Mediterranean diet to a longer, healthier life.
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