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USA Today
10 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
In farewell letter to Houston, Jalen Green predicts great things for Amen Thompson
'I can tell you because I had a front row seat for it — Amen (Thompson) isn't just gonna be great,' former Rockets guard Jalen Green says. 'Amen is gonna be crazy.' As part of his Players Tribune farewell letter to Houston, recently traded guard Jalen Green made it clear that he's a big believer in one of his former Rockets teammates. 'I can tell you because I had a front row seat for it — Amen (Thompson) isn't just gonna be great,' Green wrote. 'Amen is gonna be crazy,' with the final word italicized for emphasis. It's worth noting that as good as Thompson was last season — including NBA All-Defensive First Team honors — it was only his second professional season. He remains just 22 years old. Showcasing elite defense, athleticism, and positional versatility, Thompson averaged 14.1 points (55.7% FG), 8.2 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.4 steals, and 1.3 blocks in 32.2 minutes per game last season. The 22-year-old became a full-time starter in January and never relinquished the job. At 6-foot-7, Thompson is tall and athletic enough to play in the frontcourt, and he obtained that starting position once power forward Jabari Smith Jr. went down to a multi-week injury in January. Yet, Thompson also has point-guard skills, making him capable of playing and defending anywhere. With Green headed to Phoenix as part of the trade that brought All-Star forward Kevin Durant to Houston, that could put a bit more pressure on Thompson to do more ball-handling and creation in the 2025-26 season. Per Green's own observations, Thompson should be up for the task.
New York Post
5 days ago
- Health
- New York Post
Psychiatrist reveals what marijuana does to the developing brain
The recreational use of marijuana has become more common in recent years. But some research has found that consuming cannabis could have negative effects on the body, especially the brain. A recent French study suggested that cannabis use raises the risk of heart attack and stroke more than cocaine, while a Canadian study found that dementia risk is connected to cannabis-related hospital visits in older individuals. In an interview with Fox News Digital, Dr. Daniel Amen — psychiatrist, brain imaging specialist and founder of Amen Clinics in California — confirmed that it's 'clear' people who use marijuana have lower blood flow in their brain, according to decades of brain imaging performed at his clinics. These findings — along with associations between marijuana and heart disease — have been supported by other recent research. 5 Research shows that consuming cannabis could have negative effects on the body, like the brain. alfa27 – 5 According to Dr. Daniel Amen, people who use marijuana have lower blood flow in their brain. Africa Studio – 'We've been lied to that marijuana is innocuous, that marijuana is good medicine,' Amen said. 'And I think for some people, it can be helpful. But teenagers who use it, or people in their 20s, have a higher incidence of anxiety, depression, suicide and psychosis.' In a new study that compared people who smoked cigarettes with those who smoked marijuana, the marijuana users sustained more lung damage, he mentioned. 'This is just not great for us,' Amen said. 5 'We've been lied to that marijuana is innocuous, that marijuana is good medicine,' Amen said. 'But teenagers who use it, or people in their 20s, have a higher incidence of anxiety, depression, suicide and psychosis.' amenic181 – 5 There are also associations between marijuana and heart disease. Victor Moussa – Amen noted one of the 'horrifying trends' he's seen is parents who smoke pot with their teens and young adults. 'It just makes me think we're going the wrong way,' he said. 5 Amen advises against parents smoking with their teens, as young adult brains are not fully developed, and engaging in cannabis can set them back mentally, causing issues like anxiety and depression. Impact Photography – While some people may argue that alcohol is worse for the body than marijuana, Amen stressed that 'neither of them are good for you.' 'Why would you want to consume something that makes your brain older than you are?' he asked. As the brain of a young adult is not fully developed, engaging in cannabis use can set back young people mentally, causing issues like anxiety and depression, Amen cautioned. 'When you start using marijuana, alcohol or other drugs, your development gets arrested,' he said. 'Many people don't really appreciate how important their brain is when they're 17, 18, 21 or 23, because it really doesn't finish developing until you're 25 or 26,' Amen said. 'And if you hurt it early, it might not ever catch up.'
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
This is the BEST exercise for managing the mind, according to a leading Psychiatrist
Managing your mind can sometimes feel overwhelming. Thoughts race, worries pile up, and confusion takes over. However, a basic technique exists to eliminate mental interference while focusing on essential matters. According to leading Psychiatrist Daniel G. Amen, M.D., your personal goals serve as one of the most effective methods for mental well-being management. People who gain clarity, experience reduced stress levels and develop better decision-making abilities. The One Page Miracle exercise functions as a powerful tool, to help you reach your desired outcomes. This exercise enables you to record your essential goals, together with your desires and priorities through a single sheet. Let's see how... Why 'Know What You Want' Matters for Your Mind Humans face mental challenges, because their minds deal with numerous thoughts and multiple decisions at the same time. The overwhelming information, create feelings of worry and distress, together with indecisiveness. A defined understanding of your goals on the other hand, allows your brain to direct its energy toward productive activities, instead of repeating loops. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Redefine Your Future with a Top Online MBA SRM Online Enquire Now Undo What Is the One Page Miracle Exercise The One Page Miracle exercise, requires you to write down everything you desire or hold importance, on a single sheet of paper. A single-page list functions as a mental navigation tool. Through this list, you can identify your most important priorities, and the things you need to focus on. The entire list becomes visible at once, instead of overloading yourself with multiple mental tasks. This technique provides fast and simple, yet productive results. Regular practice of this exercise develops mindfulness and self-awareness, which Dr Amen says is essential for good mental health. How to Do the One Page Miracle Exercise Follow these steps: Take a plain piece of paper and use a pen for this exercise. Your "miracle page" will serve as this document. Find a quiet place. Avoid distractions. Take a few deep breaths to relax your mind. Examine all the various sections that make up your life. Those can include: Personal goals (health, hobbies, learning) Relationships (family, friends, work) Career or education aims Mental and emotional well-being Spiritual or philosophical desires Things you want to stop or change List down all the items you wish to achieve, within these categories. Some examples could include: Health: I will get stronger and fitter in 3 months Relationships: I will work on being a better listener to my partner/child Career: I will find my calling and do THIS to achieve it Do not consider the sequence of your entries or pay attention to grammar. Be authentic while expressing yourself with clarity. Review the items listed on the page. Identify the 3-5 things which stand out to you the most, and mark them with a circle or star. Your current main goals and desires appear in this section. Place this page in a spot where you will see it every day. Use it to remember your intentions, while helping you make decisions. The Power of Writing Things Down Writing down thoughts serves four main functions: Externalization of concerns and objectives through writing, creates mental space availability. The act of writing provides you with better understanding of your thoughts, while enabling their execution. The physical object serves as a reference point, to help you understand things better. The process of writing down abstract wants, produces specific points which minimises stress. The One Page Miracle functions effectively because of this approach. This technique converts random mental thoughts into an organised list, which becomes easier to modify throughout time.
Newsweek
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Talking Bird Obsessed With Quoting Scripture Wins Pet of the Week
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. This week's pet stories included incredible rescues of baby foxes and dogs, as well as unexpected animals befriending each other at an aquarium. But these viral stories aren't the only ones that captured our attention. Thanks to our readers' emails with videos and pictures of their pets, we have another roundup for our Newsweek Pet of the Week lineup. Don't forget; follow the instructions at the end of this story to submit your furbabies for our Pet of the Week. Winner A photo of Sonny, a 2-year-old parakeet, who loves quoting scripture the owners taught him. A photo of Sonny, a 2-year-old parakeet, who loves quoting scripture the owners taught him. Cindy Drake A nonstop talking bird touched our hearts, earning himself the title of Newsweek's Pet of the Week. Cindy Drake and her family taught this nearly 2-year-old Indian ringneck parakeet named Sonny scripture passages, she told Newsweek via email. Unexpectedly, he's been taking it upon himself to continue quoting verses, stepping into the role of a preacher. "He talks every day and especially loves to say 'Hallelujah, praise the Lord, Amen,'" Drake said. But Sonny doesn't stop at just quoting the Bible. Drake said he also loves saying "Good morning, Sunshine," and "What's up, Buttercup?" Finalists A photo of an owner's cats, Pepper and Rocky, who remind her of her dad who passed in October. A photo of an owner's cats, Pepper and Rocky, who remind her of her dad who passed in October. Brenda Tucker Leonard Brenda Tucker Leonard's father has always been an animal lover. He would befriend the stray cats in the neighborhood and owned a few himself. And at 90, he wanted to own one more kitten, she told Newsweek via email. He first owned Pepper, but the cat "chose" Tucker Leonard instead, which led to a friend whom he helped mentor in making jewelry with quahog shells, surprising him with a kitten of his own. He loved the kitten up until the end. After his passing in October, his daughter took in the kitten, Rocky. Now, the two cats are together, enjoying their best life with her and the dogs. These curious cats are energetic, curious and know their names. She loves them, especially as they're a daily reminder to her of her dad and his lifelong love of animals. Photos of a Gus, a 3-year-old chocolate cocker spaniel who snuck his way into his owner's lap. Photos of a Gus, a 3-year-old chocolate cocker spaniel who snuck his way into his owner's lap. Cindy Bigelow Next up, we have Gus, a 3-year-old chocolate cocker spaniel, who is "needy" for attention. He's always been curious and joyful. Cindy Bigelow shared a photo progression of Gus sneaking his way into her lap, which happens often. He can't get enough of being with his humans. It doesn't matter if they're sitting in the recliner, in the kitchen or bathroom, he'll cozy himself right up next to them. "In this photo, I was sitting with my legs crossed, and he felt he needed to see what I was doing," she told Newsweek via email. "So, he slowly pressed his face through the opening between my knee and leg." Photo of a dog named Stella watching over the turtle, Waffles, who was enjoying a soak in the pool. Photo of a dog named Stella watching over the turtle, Waffles, who was enjoying a soak in the pool. Monica Blons Last, but not least, we have a dog taking safety into her own paws after becoming concerned while a turtle enjoyed a soak in the pool. Monica Blons shared a photo of her dog, Stella, standing at the edge of the pop-up pool. The dog peered down with her nose right up against the turtle's back. The turtle, Waffles, was sitting calmly in the water, but Stella didn't want to put anything to chance as the "lifeguard" of the pool. If you think your pet could be next week's Newsweek "Pet of the Week," send us your funny and heartwarming videos and pictures of your pet, along with a bit about them to life@ and they could appear in our "Pet of the Week" lineup.
New York Post
09-07-2025
- Health
- New York Post
Expert reveals 11 lifestyle changes to ward off Alzheimer's
Research developments in Alzheimer's disease, including newly approved blood tests for early detection, have helped patients get diagnosed sooner. With dementia on the rise among younger individuals, the spotlight is on ways to prevent or slow the disease. Dr. Daniel Amen, a psychiatrist, brain imaging doctor and founder of Amen Clinics in California, spoke with Fox News Digital in an interview about Alzheimer's risk and management. Advertisement 9 According to Dr. Daniel Amen, it's never too early to adjust your lifestyle to ward off Alzheimer's diesease Dr. Daniel Amen / Facebook 'Alzheimer's starts in your brain decades before you have any symptoms,' he said. 'So, a 59-year-old woman I diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease likely had negative changes in her brain in her 20s.' He added, 'It's really never too early to think about protecting your brain and your mind.' Advertisement Amen, author of the book 'Preventing Alzheimer's,' confirmed that half of Alzheimer's cases are preventable, according to recent findings. This can be done through nurturing brain health and treating the 11 major risk factors that 'steal your mind,' he said. To remember the factors that can help ward off Alzheimer's, Amen created the acronym 'BRIGHTMINDS' as follows. B – Blood flow Low blood flow is the No. 1 brain imaging predictor of Alzheimer's disease, according to the doctor. Advertisement Alcohol, marijuana, caffeine, nicotine, sedentary behavior and excess weight or obesity can all decrease blood flow, thus should be avoided. 9 Consuming alcohol, marijuana, caffeine, and nicotine can cause low blood flow, which is a predictor of Alzheimer's diesease Drazen – To promote blood flow, Amen suggests 'walking like you're late,' which could entail walking 30 minutes a day — alternating between three minutes of normal walking and three minutes of fast walking. 'Do that five times for 30 minutes, and it increases blood flow to your brain,' he said. R – Retirement and aging Advertisement Along with retirement and aging can come a slowdown in learning and cognitive activity, leading to a higher Alzheimer's risk, Amen said. He encourages retirees to learn something new every day to keep the brain active and healthy. 9 Experts suggested retirees should learn something new daily to keep the brain active LIGHTFIELD STUDIOS – I – Inflammation Inflammation is a 'major cause' of psychiatric issues, Amen revealed, as well as conditions like cancer, arthritis and heart disease. Flossing is an easy way to reduce inflammation in the gums and help prevent gum disease, which is a gateway to brain disease, according to the doctor. 9 Flossing can help prevent gum disease djoronimo – G – Genetics 'Genes aren't a death sentence,' Amen said. 'What they should be is a wake-up call.' The doctor said everyone should take steps to discover which diseases run in the family and then follow a daily prevention program. Advertisement 9 Knowing your own genetics can help determine which diseases run in the family Pixel-Shot – 'I have heart disease and obesity in my family,' he said. 'I don't have heart disease, and I'm not overweight. Why? Because I'm on an obesity heart disease prevention program every day of my life.' H – Head Trauma Concussions and head trauma are a 'major cause' of psychiatric problems, Amen described, and should be avoided. 'Don't text and drive,' he warned. Advertisement 9 Amen described that concussions and head traumas can be major causes of psychiatric problems Anusorn – T – Toxins Some well-known toxins like alcohol, marijuana and other drugs are known to have negative impacts on overall health. But some not-so-obvious toxins can include lead, mold, mercury from fish, and even general anesthesia, Amen cautioned. 'You always want to support your organs in detoxification,' he said. 'Drink more water, as it helps flush things through your kidneys … eat more fiber for your gut, and hold the alcohol.' Advertisement 9 Smoking and usage of other drugs are known to have negative impacts on your overall health 24K-Production – Amen also suggested eating brassicas, which include vegetables in the cabbage family, as they have a detoxifying effect. The expert also highlighted the benefits of sauna use as a detox tool. 'The people who take the most saunas have the lowest incidence of Alzheimer's disease,' he stated. M – Mental Health Advertisement A healthy mental state will help support a healthier brain, experts agree. 'Stop believing every stupid thing you think,' Amen advised. 9 Experts suggested to keep a good mental wellbeing and lead a stress-free lifestyle to support healthier brain LIGHTFIELD STUDIOS – I – Immunity and Infections Keeping your body healthy and immune from infections is key to overall health, according to Amen. The doctor suggested optimizing vitamin D intake, which can help support the brain and immune system. N – Neurohormones The brain specialist recommends having a hormone balance check done every year, as any imbalances can interfere with the brain and increase Alzheimer's risk. D – Diabesity 'Diabesity,' a term referring to the parallel occurrence of obesity and type 2 diabetes, can be a major threat to overall health, the doctor warned. 'You really want to care about your weight,' Amen said. 9 Concussions and type 2 diabetes can be huge threats to your overall health grinny – Weight and diet play an important role in brain health, as Amen's research has shown that as weight increases, the size and function of the brain decreases. 'Being overweight, you automatically have 10 of the 11 risk factors, because being overweight lowers blood flow, accelerates aging, increases inflammation and changes your hormones in a negative way,' he said. 'Be mindful of only loving food that loves you back.' S – Sleep Sleep is crucial for a high-functioning mind, as an adequate night's slumber 'washes' the brain every night, Amen noted. Better sleep translates to improved memory, energy, blood flow and decision-making, the doctor said, and should be a priority when working to prevent Alzheimer's.
