Genes Associated with Infantile Forms of Schizophrenia Identified
Researchers have identified gene mutations responsible for childhood onset schizophrenia. ... Read More...
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Liberals Do Drink More Lattes, But Not For the Reasons You Think
A new study reveals more liberal minded people drink more lattes because they are more open to globalization. By contrast, those who support right wing ideologies prefer regular coffee due to their nationalistic tendencies and opposition to what they consider to be 'foreign products'.... Read More...
Marriage May Protect Against Heart Disease, Stroke and Associated Risk of Death
A new study reports being married may be good for your health. Researchers report single people are at higher risk of dying from heart disease and stroke than married people. The risks were significantly higher for those who have never married.... Read More...
WHO ‘Gaming Disorder’ Classification Opens Door for Treatment
Researchers say the WHO's decision to classify video game addiction as a mental health disorder will allow people to receive specialized help for the condition.... Read More...
Mild Problem Solving Tasks Improve Brain Function After Concussion
A new study reports performing a simple cognitive task four days after a concussion can help activate brain areas that improve memory function and can guard against the psychological affects of brain injury.... Read More...
A Single Binge Drinking Episode Affects Gene that Regulates Sleep
Researchers report a single instance of binge drinking could alter a gene associated with sleep regulation.... Read More...
Video Game Loot Boxes Similar to Gambling
Researchers say video games that offer loot boxes containing items to give players an advantage increase gambling and risk taking behaviors in adolescents.... Read More...
D is For Danger: Speech Sounds Convey Emotions
A new study of five languages reveals phoneme emotion associations are stronger at the beginning or words, allowing the emotional content to be understood before the entire word is spoken.... Read More...
Success of Blood Test for Autism Affirmed
Researchers have developed a new algorithm that uses data based on metabolites in blood samples to successfully predict if a child is on the autism spectrum. ... Read More...
Beware of Getting a Tattoo if Your Immune System Isn’t Up to Scratch
A new case study reveals a woman experienced ongoing chronic pain after receiving a tattoo while her immune system was compromised. While the cause of her condition isn't known, doctors believe the pain is likely linked to the tattooing process, which may have been compounded by her compromised immune system.... Read More...
How Autism Associated Gene Affects the Brain
CHD8, a gene associated with autism plays a significant role in oligodendrocyte development, researchers report. ... Read More...
Why Being Left Handed Matters for Mental Health
Researchers believe some treatments for mental health conditions may be ineffective, or even dangerous for left handed people. A new study reports areas of the brain housing alertness and determination may be on the right side for left dominant people. The new theory suggests the location of a person's neural system for emotion depends on their handedness. ... Read More...