Health News Digest: It’s all in your head

Juliet Jacobs | Tina Carmillia

27-Feb-17 16:00

Health News Digest: It’s all in your head

We discuss the latest in health news. The pesky cockroach is back in the news - this time living in a woman's skull and a man's ear canal. We also explore the neuroscience behind horrible sounds. And finally, find out how we can all improve our mental health literacy.

0:46 - Cockcroches in your head

13:18 - Misophonia

20:55 - Mental health

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Tags: the bigger picture, health and living, health news digest, cockroach, ENT, misophonia, neuroscience, chewing, #ImNotAshamed, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, urban wellness

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