Delusion

Hitting harder than a fist: Childhood bullying linked to teen psychosis

August 14, 2013Health & Medicine

Bullying causes more than tears, according to new research. Scientists reporting in the May issue of the journal Archives of General Psychiatry say that childhood bullying can lead to teenage psychotic episodes such as delusions and paranoia.

Do you feel like Big Brother is watching you?

August 14, 2013Arts, Culture & Media

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