Q and A: about health and research

Challenge simplistic explanations, embrace the complexity of human behavior, and rely on science—not ideology—to understand why we act the way we do. Excerpt taken from transcript start at 38:45 minute : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g26stRqDrKE&t=2113s Scientists are usually brilliant—but even they can fall into the trap of being stuck in one narrow way of thinking. Let me give you three striking examples of highly influential scientists who were pathologically locked into a single framework for explaining human behavior. Example 1: John Watson John Watson, one of the founders of behaviorism, once said: “Give me a dozen healthy infants, well-formed, and my own specified world to bring them up in, and I’ll guarantee to take any one at random and train him to become any type of specialist I choose—doctor, lawyer, artist, merchant-chief, and yes, even beggar-man or thief, regardless of his talents, penchants, tendencies, abilities, vocations, and race of his ancestors.” ...

Fibromyalgia symptoms include widespread musculoskeletal pain that feels like aching, burning, or throbbing; chronic fatigue; sleep problems; and cognitive difficulties like memory and concentration issues (called "fibro-fog"). Other symptoms can include increased sensitivity to pain, touch, light, and temperature, as well as headaches, stiffness, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and anxiety or depression.   Common Symptoms Widespread Pain: A continuous, widespread pain that can feel like aching, burning, or sharp pain. It may be felt throughout the body, especially in the back, neck, or other areas. Fatigue: Extreme tiredness or exhaustion that doesn't improve with rest. Sleep Problems: Difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or feeling unrefreshed after sleeping. Cognitive Difficulties ("Fibro-Fog"): Problems with memory, concentration, and other mental processes.   Other Possible Symptoms Increased Sensitivity: Heightened sensitiv...

What is Systemic Sclerosis? Systemic sclerosis (SSc), also known as scleroderma, is a rare autoimmune systemic disease that primarily affects the connective tissue. It is characterized by excessive fibrosis (thickening and hardening) of the skin and internal organs, and by vascular abnormalities (vasculopathy). This chronic condition occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own healthy tissues, producing autoantibodies that target components within the nucleus of cells. Although the disease primarily affects the skin , it can also involve vital organs such as the lungs, heart, kidneys, gastrointestinal tract , and the vascular and nervous systems , leading to serious complications and varying disease courses. Classification of Systemic Sclerosis Systemic sclerosis is classified into several subtypes based on the extent and location of the skin involvement: 1. Limited Cutaneous Systemic Sclerosis (lcSSc) Formerly known as CREST syndrome. Skin changes are...