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MDMA Makes People Cooperative, But Not Gullible

Researchers report MDMA, the main compound in ecstasy, helps people to cooperate better, but only when the other person is trustworthy.

Teens Increasingly Choosing Cannabis Over Tobacco and Alcohol

A new study reports teen alcohol and tobacco use has significantly decline recently, with more choosing to use marijuana. Since 2006, researchers say, less than 50% of teens try cigarettes or alcohol before trying cannabis for the first time.

Emotional Abuse Linked to Menopause Misery

Researchers report menopausal women who experience intimate partner violence and emotional abuse have increased risk of developing heightened symptoms of menopause.

Autism Mutations Make the Brain Less Flexible

Study sheds light on how SETD5, a gene associated with ASD, alters behavior and may lead to less flexibility in the brain.

Spanking in Developing Countries Does More Harm Than Good

Researchers report spanking is related to lower social development of 3 to 4 year old children.

Exploring the Genetic Contribution to Suicide Risk

A new study identifies four genes mutations which are associated with an increased risk of suicide.

Could Consciousness Come Down to the Way Things Vibrate?

A new paper proposes resonance may contribute to human consciousness.

Social Isolation Linked to Higher Risk of Death

Researchers report social isolation increases the risk of death, heart disease and cancer.

Using Twitter to Monitor Social Jet Lag

Researchers have managed to find a way to measure social 'jet lag', a mismatch between circadian rhythm and the realities of daily schedules, by analyzing patterns of activity on Twitter.

Can Artificial Intelligence Help Abuse Victims Disclose Traumatic Testimony?

A new deep learning algorithm may help children affected by abuse to disclose information about their experiences.

Neuroimaging Study Challenges Dominant Theoretical Model of ASD

A new study reports short distance connectivity abnormalities may be involved in social cognitive deficits in those with ASD.

Social Media’s Negative Impact on How We View Our Bodies

According to researchers, social media use in young women can have a negative impact on the way they view their own bodies and appearance. The study reports women who engage with photos of friends they consider to be more attractive than themselves feel worse about their own appearance directly after viewing.