Computer-based therapy has come a long way since ELIZA, a 1960s computer program designed to emulate (and parody) a therapist. Today, with the Internet, people can use the instant message format to communicate with real therapists.

Since people are often comfortable and relaxed around animals, they sometimes make ideal therapy tools. Studies show animals can promote relaxation, ease anxiety and lower blood pressure and heart rate.

Researchers have found a new way to isolate specific subsets of breast cancer in a biopsy, a test that just might save a woman unneeded treatments to cure that cancer. The new test could eliminate the need for chemo or radiation therapy, or any aggressive treatment at all in some patients.

A ten-year-old shepherd mix named “Batman” may in fact have super hero powers.

North Carolina horse ranch provides therapy for developmentally challenged kids.