Changes associated with autism risk my be detected during second trimester of pregnancy
Increased estrogen activity during the second trimester of pregnancy could be a new, early biomarker for autism.... Read More...
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Estrogen improves Parkinson’s disease symptoms
Selective estrogen treatments appear to reduce symptoms of Parkinson's disease in male mice. The study sheds light on sex-based differences associated with the disease and may provide new therapeutic avenues for treatment.... Read More...
For anemonefish, male-to-female sex change happens first in the brain
In anemonefish, male-to-female sex changes occur first in the brain and later involves gonadal changes. The physical sex alterations can occur months or even years after the brain changes occur. ... Read More...
More vitamin D may improve memory but too much may slow reaction time
Taking higher doses of vitamin D supplements can help improve memory and learning, but negatively impacts reaction time in postmenopausal women with a higher BMI. Researchers suggest the slowed reaction times may contribute to an increased risk of falls in older people.... Read More...
Why Cannabis Affects Women Differently
A new study explores the differences in cannabis use between males and females. Researchers reveal women are develop addiction to marijuana more quickly than men. The study reports females have different levels of endocannabinoids and more sensitive receptors than males in areas related to social behavior.... Read More...
Mixed Chemicals in Beauty Products May Harm Women’s Hormones
Researchers say parabens and other chemicals found in common cosmetic products may negatively impact a woman's hormone levels, increasing the risk for certain diseases.... Read More...
Immune Cells in Brain Have Surprising Influence on Sexual Behavior
According to researchers, mast cells play an important role in determining whether an animal's sexual behavior will be more typical of a male or a female as they mature. Chemically stimulating mast cells in newborn female mice resulted in them acting more like males as adults. ... Read More...
Men with Migraine May Have Higher Estrogen Levels
A new study reveals men who experience migraines have higher levels of estrogen than men who do not suffer the debilitating headaches.... Read More...
Does Stabilizing Female Hormones Help Lower Suicide Risk?
Researchers have received funding to help determine if stabilizing progesterone and estradiol will help to reduce suicidality in females at risk of suicide.... Read More...
Hormone Therapy May Lead to Improved Cognitive Function
A new study reveals using estradiol gel in combination with oral progesterone can help to improve cognitive function in postmenopausal women.... Read More...
Puberty Hormones Trigger Changes in Youthful Learning
A new study demonstrates changes in cortical neurotransmission due to hormones at puberty.... Read More...
Estrogen Alters Memory Circuit Function in Women With Gene Variant
A new study reports estrogen fluctuations can alter brain circuit activation in women with a variant of a specific gene.... Read More...