Anthony Rivas
Anthony Rivas is a writer and editor in NYC. He's a lover of all things bulldog, an emphatic eater (often called "the Human Yelp"), and an avid skateboarder. Besides Medical Daily, he's also written for Newsweek, MTV, Resource magazine, and the urban-culture blog 12ozProphet.
Articles By Anthony Rivas
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Why Is Weight Loss So Hard? We Asked The Guy Who Studied 'The Biggest Loser'
"The Biggest Loser" has faced lots of criticism recently for the amount of weight its contestants put back on. But while there is a physiological reason for this, the problem is also rooted in these peoples' psychology. Psychologist Armando Gonzalez tells us how. -
Why Our Skin Breaks Out With Pimples, Moles, And Rashes
Our skin is the body's largest organ, and it's not without its flaws. -
The Surprising Link Between Your Sense Of Humor And Dementia Risk
Early signs of dementia are hard to catch, but as a person developing it loses touch with social context, their sense of humor may reflect brain changes. -
The Cognitive Benefits Of Taking Band Class In High School
Musical training in high school boosts a person’s language skills, and may improve academic performance. -
Pizza Pizza: New Supplement Will Let People With Celiac Disease Eat Gluten
A supplement being developed by Canadian researchers could counteract the effects of celiac disease, giving people with the condition the freedom to eat what they want. -
This Woman Gave Birth To 10-Pound Baby In Her Car [GRAPHIC VIDEO]
A Texas woman gave birth to her 10-pound son in her car, and her husband caught the whole thing on video. -
Can't Get That Song Out Of Your Head? Blame Your Brain's Shape
People who report more frequent earworms are more likely to have brains that are thicker in certain areas. -
What Cell Phone Addiction Looks Like
Ogilvy & Mather China's latest ad campaign for the Center for Psychological Research, Shenyang, hopes to encourage people to put their phones away when they're with others. -
How The American Psychological Association Enabled The CIA's Torture Program
Top officials with the American Psychological Association worked to keep a relationship with the Defense Department by bending to its needs when it came to torture. -
Some Antidepressants May Increase Risk Of Birth Defects More Than Others
Using certain antidepressants during pregnancy may increase risk of birth defects, but it depends which antidepressant. -
Teen With Asperger's Forgives Bullies After Brutal Beating, Teaches Them Why He's 'Weird'
Gavin Joseph was targeted by bullies in his high school for being different. Little did they know that he had Asperger's syndrome and ADHD. -
Apparently, Medical Marijuana Ads Make Teens Want To Smoke Pot
Teen marijuana use is a major concern for public health officials as medical marijuana spreads throughout the states. But how do we prevent them from starting in the first place?
