Joni Edelman

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New research suggests that brain inflammation occurring independent of a disease may be linked to depression. Could a "cure" be on the horizon?

When I was little, any time I got an insect bite or stubbed my toe, I had to ask my mom, “Am I going to die? If I was going to die from this, I’d already be dead — right?” I also had a 30-minute prayer that I needed to say at each meal or else everyone would be poisoned and die. And corners. I had to check all of them before I went to bed.

How do I raise a boy to love and respect all women regardless of size in a world where he is bombarded with images of what is attractive?

I was told that feminism is man hate. That abortion is murder. And then I thought, "What am I doing here?"

We've got Trump, Vladimir, Comey, and all the other players lined up for you. Here are the facts, followed by our IRL translation, to make sure you know that you know all abouts that latest (and possibly tenure-ending) Trump scandal.

My mother didn't teach me how to be a mother. But my babies did.

Are the advances worth the trade-offs? You be the judge.

Silly me, I thought the darn thing took care of itself. Little did I know I was sorely mistaken and had a vagina complex.

Being vulnerable, being seen (even lumpy and naked), admitting weakness, asking for help — these acts inspire and edify.