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Millions take antidepressants for chronic pain – but there’s little evidence the most commonly prescribed drugs work
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How Campus Protests Shape American Democracy
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InnerSelf's Daily Inspiration: May 22, 2024
The Daily Inspiration is a short message to help set the tone for the day. It is linked to a longer article for additional insights and inspiration.
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These days, when people see my garden or the fruit trees in my yard, they often comment that I have a green thumb. That's because they see the abundance of produce in my garden.
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Vegan dog food has been hailed as the healthiest – our study shows the reality is more complicated
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