Michael O. Schroeder
Washington Post
Indianapolis, IN, United States
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Past articles by Michael:
Visiting the nation’s newest national park: Indiana Dunes
There’s more to this 15,000-acre park on the shore of Lake Michigan than sand and sunsets. → Read More
As turmoil rocks NRA meeting, attendees back a group under pressure from all sides
An event typically full of bland corporate fare has exploded with strife, including allegations of extortion, financial mismanagement and a leadership battle. → Read More
How this blind adventurer and travel writer sees the world
“I always say it’s about seeing with your taste buds and your hands and your ears,” said blind adventurer Tony Giles. → Read More
How this Boston nonprofit is helping kids in the Caribbean learn to read
It’s an alternative to “donation dumping” — when people clean out their basements and send old adult mysteries and novels to the Caribbean. → Read More
Should You Undergo a Mental Health Evaluation for Obesity?
Mounting evidence shows the link between the mind and body weight. → Read More
Should You Stop Taking Your Heartburn Medicine?
Proton-pump inhibitors are effective, but experts say patients should pay attention to associated risks. → Read More
Why the First Patient Is Less Likely to Get Antibiotics
How to ensure you're appropriately prescribed these ubiquitous drugs. → Read More
Chemical Profile: Reduce Hazards Lurking in the Products You Consume
Follow these tips to decrease your exposure to potentially harmful chemicals. → Read More
Stuck: Is a Fear of Needles Causing You to Avoid Needed Care?
How to deal with pointed concerns to ensure optimal health. → Read More
Is It OK to Talk to Yourself?
We can all be quirky. When it’s laughably benign – and when to consider seeking psychological help. → Read More
Sexually Abused Children Face a Long Road to Recovery
But with support and proper therapy, successful treatment of psychological issues is possible. → Read More
Self-Criticism Can Be Psychologically Devastating – How to Overcome It
Research finds internalized harsh treatment leads to mental health disorders and raises suicide risk. → Read More
Health BuZZZ: CDC Says 1 in 3 Adults Don't Get Enough Sleep
Not getting at least 7 hours of rest daily raises the risk of developing chronic diseases like diabetes. → Read More
Reducing Mental Health Risk for Kids in Military Families
Resilience training found to be an effective prevention strategy in parents, kids. → Read More
Is Your Child Becoming a Psychopath?
This rare adult disorder can, at least in part, have its origins in a troubled childhood. → Read More
Lend Me Your Eyes – Then We’ll Sync Brains
Think you’re not missing anything communicating electronically? (Picture a laughing emoji here.) → Read More
Minding the Kids in Divorce: Minimizing the Mental Health Impact
New research finds silver lining in kids’ resilience, but experts emphasize vigilance. → Read More
Hypertension Jr.: Why Some Kids Face This Adult Health Problem
What parents can do to prevent and treat the issue. → Read More
Hazy Advice: Should Moms Who Smoke Weed Continue to Breast-feed?
Experts are unclear about the impact of a nursing mother's marijuana use on her baby. → Read More
7 Healthy Ways to Gobble Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey
Dietitians dish on healthy ways to remake the fall fowl favorite. → Read More