Mental illness: does it really affect one in five?
That number can go up or down depending on our definition of ’illness’
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Psychotropes and children: are we ruining a generation?
There’s very little evidence on the effects of stimulants and antipsychotics in kids
The battle over the "cure" for autism
Some treatments that work on individuals may cause harm to most
What is the most effective diet for losing weight?
Cut the calories–and the crap
French breast implants: a Science-ish saga?
It turns out we don’t know much about how risky implants are
Does WiFi pose health risks?
If you fear WiFi, you may also want to steer clear of baby powder
This year’s most outrageous attacks on science
Julia Belluz reviews the worst health myths of 2011, and her new year’s resolutions
A Science-ish year in review
Also, pick a topic for the first post of 2012
A Science-ish Q&A: Dr. Ben Goldacre
The ’Bad Science’ columnist on quacks, scaremongering journalists, and the importance of good research
Science-ish calls for submissions
Julia Belluz needs suggestions for a 2011 Science-ish roundup