James Hamblin

James Hamblin, MD, is The Atlantic's Health editor.

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Before Eating Cicadas, Pause

Before Eating Cicadas, Pause

It's less about eating screaming bugs, and more about eating things that have been in the ground for 17 years. More »

Study: Forget a Word? Make a Fist

Study: Forget a Word? Make a Fist

Clenching a hand increases focal brain activity. Make sure to do it correctly, though. More »

Study: Skydiving Not Relaxing

Study: Skydiving Not Relaxing

Veteran skydivers feel less anxious than beginners, but their bodies still release the same amount of stress hormone. More »

Disconcerting Robot Detects Depression

Disconcerting Robot Detects Depression

Augmenting psychiatric diagnosis with data More »

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