Study reveals a high fructose diet could contribute to bipolar disorder, ADHD, and behavioral aggression. Read More
For older adults, some sedentariness may not be as bad for memory as believed, especially if physical activity benchmarks are being met. Read More
Girls who are abused in early life have higher levels of inflammation than boys who are maltreated and other children who did not experience abuse. Read More
STAT3 plays a crucial role in the serotonergic system as a molecular mediator for controlling emotional reactivity. The findings establish a link between the immune system, serotonergic transmission, and affective disorders such as depression. Read More
People with eating disorders are up to twelve times more likely to experience body dysmorphia than those without a history of eating disorders. 76% of those with eating disorders report suffering from body dysmorphia, a new study reveals. Read More
The effects on health, language development, emotional well-being, and social behavior associated with poverty can be seen in children as young as five years of age. Read More
Early childhood trauma has an impact on glucose metabolism and blood composition, which are passed on to the next generation. Read More
People make automatic and efficient decisions when learning to avoid others. When learning to avoid harming themselves, people make become more deliberative. The study also found people were more willing to repeat decisions that were previously harmful to themselves if they believed better results would occur in the future. Read More
Almost 50% of women who experience hyperemesis gravidarum, or extreme morning sickness, develop depression while pregnant. 30% report symptoms of postnatal depression. Read More
Low-level exposure to lead during development does not lead to alcohol use disorder, but does alter the neural circuits in a way that if addiction occurs, it makes it harder to refrain from returning to addiction related behaviors. Read More
Researchers report it is possible to build up a rapport with a cat by simply using an eye narrowing technique. Read More
Having a negative perception of your body image correlates to an increased risk of sexual dysfunction. However, researchers report a positive body image is associated with greater pleasure when it comes to intimacy. Read More
