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·July 26, 2023·5 min read

Balanced Parenting Is Key to Nurturing Harmonious Sibling Bonds

A new study suggests that equal treatment of siblings by parents fosters better sibling relationships. Analyzing retrospective reports of 325 college-age adults, the researchers found that parental differential treatment and family cohesion work in tandem to shape sibling relations.

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·November 9, 2016·4 min read

New Findings on Physical Activity Could Shape Treatment for Mild Alzheimer’s

Researchers reveal physical activity can help improve cognitive function in those with mild Alzheimer's disease.

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·May 6, 2022·6 min read

Study Preserves Memory in Mice, Offering Promising New Basis for Active Immunization Against Alzheimer’s Disease

The corn-derived MetO-rich protein, when injected, prompts the immune system to produce antibodies against the MetO component of amyloid beta. Older mice injected with the MetO-rich protein showed 50% improvement in memory compared to the control animals. The findings could be key to the development of a potential vaccine for Alzheimer's.

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·June 20, 2018·4 min read

No Proof Probiotics Ease Anxiety

Researchers find no evidence to back up the claim that probiotics can help to reduce anxiety.

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·May 1, 2017·3 min read

Better Memory Makes People Tire of Experiences More Quickly

A new study reveals those with a better working memory tend to get bored of experiences more quickly. The study could have implications for consumers and marketers in maintaining interest in their products.

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·April 12, 2017·5 min read

Potential Therapy to Prevent Chemobrain in Cancer Patients

A new compound prevents cognitive decline associated with chemotherapy treatments in rats, a new study reports.

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·September 8, 2023·6 min read

Big Tobacco’s Legacy: Pushing Hyperpalatable Foods in America

Food brands owned by tobacco companies have actively disseminated hyperpalatable foods, loaded with salts, fats, and sugars, to American consumers. Researchers say these foods provide an enhanced eating experience that's hard to resist.

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·September 3, 2018·3 min read

Gun Owners are More Politically Active

A new study reports American gun owners are exhibiting increased levels of political participation, not only by voting but also donating to candidate funds and contacting elected officials.

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·May 9, 2022·5 min read

Empathy Training Improves Mother-Child Relationships and Life Satisfaction

Mothers and children who participated in empathy skill training had better relationships and improved overall well-being, a new study reports.

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·June 3, 2021·4 min read

Age Doesn’t Affect Perception of ‘Speech-to-Song Illusion’

When listening to a phrase over and over, the words often begin to sound like a song. Researchers found this speech-to-song illusion does not decrease with age.