Andrea Atkins

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‘Chemo brain’ is real, but there are ways to ease it

Treating chemo brain requires a multipronged approach. Cognitive behavioral therapy may provide some relief, neuropsychologists say.

Why melanoma is so deadly for men, and why it doesn’t have to be

Men are much more likely to get skin cancer — and to die from it — than women. Here’s what makes men so vulnerable to melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer.

More states are allowing children to take mental health days

Such issues are being recognized as legitimate reasons to miss school, along with sore throats, colds and tummy aches.

Will exercise, meditation or reiki help if you can’t find a therapist?

The shortage of specialists is driving many to try alternatives. What the science says about their effectiveness.