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·March 25, 2022·4 min read

How Fingers Could Point To a Link Between Low Testosterone and COVID Hospitalizations

Low testosterone and high estrogen in men are linked to an increased risk of severe COVID-19 infection. Researchers report smaller ring finger length in men, a sign of lower testosterone, was a predictor of severe COVID infection and an increased risk of hospitalization after contracting the virus.

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·January 29, 2022·3 min read

Experts Emphasize the Role of Wellbeing in Human Health

Focusing on your well-being can help improve both physical and mental health, especially for those with chronic medical conditions.

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·July 17, 2020·3 min read

How Traumatic Experiences Can Leave Their Mark on a Person’s Eyes

Pupillary response in those with PTSD differs from people who have not experienced traumatic events. The pupils of those with PTSD failed to show sharp constriction caused by light changes, and more enlargement when exposed to emotional stimuli that other participants. Patients with PTSD not only showed an exaggerated response to threatening stimuli but also to stimuli that depicted positive images.

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·January 19, 2020·3 min read

Internet use reduces study skills in university students

Students who spend a significant amount of their time surfing the web have lower motivation to study and reduced academic performance.

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·December 30, 2019·4 min read

Outdoor learning is good for pupils and teachers

Adding outdoor learning time has positive effects on both students and teachers. Researchers report children who were exposed to outdoor education had improvements in concentration, behavior, and learning, while teachers experienced better health, wellbeing, and job satisfaction.