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Overcoming dental phobias
- Author:
- Richard W. Cohen, MD
The anticipatory anxiety of going to the dentist can be just as fearful as being in the dental chair.
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Lack of motivation to change can be deadly
- Author:
- Richard W. Cohen, MD
- Susan A. Cohen, DMD
Addictions continue to torment many patients even after treatment for severe illnesses caused by substance abuse.
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Visualization can improve sports performance
- Author:
- Richard W. Cohen, MD
- Susan A. Cohen, DMD
Visualization techniques may also be extended to other sports and help improve life habits.
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Patients with agoraphobia are showing strength, resilience during the pandemic
- Author:
- Richard W. Cohen, MD
- Nancy S. Cohen
Agoraphobia patients have remained on their prescribed medications, and have adapted well to phone and telemedicine therapy, said Dr. Richard W....
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Pandemic binge-watching: Is excessive screen time undermining mental health?
- Author:
- Richard W. Cohen, MD
- Nancy S. Cohen, MBA
Watch for the impact of too much screen time on sleep, say Dr. Richard W. Cohen and Ms. Nancy S. Cohen.
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Several strategies can prevent pandemic-related weight gain
- Author:
- Richard W. Cohen, MD
- Nancy S. Cohen, MBA
Keeping a food journal will help keep you accountable for what you eat, two experts contend.
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Practicing cognitive techniques can help athletes reach optimal performance
- Author:
- Richard W. Cohen, MD
- Julia A. Cohen, MS
Players normally practice physical skills but rarely practice cognitive techniques, say Dr. Richard W. Cohen and Julia A. Cohen.
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How I became a better doctor
- Author:
- Richard W. Cohen, MD
Dr. Richard W. Cohen describes how his experience as a patient changed his perspective on practicing medicine.