Childhood trauma can accelerate aging
Researchers find childhood neglect and abuse can accelerate aging, leaving those affected vulnerable to age-related diseases like dementia.
Category: Psychology
Race, ethnicity, and ancestry have no standard definitions in medicine
Terms such as “race”, “ethnicity”, and “ancestry” are concepts that define human diversity and help to categorize patients in…
Conspiracy theorists with science knowledge less likely believe Flat Earth
A group of scientists who study science communication at Texas Tech University wanted to understand more about the people who accept the…
Are some people affected by touch differently than others?
Does affectionate touch in romantic relationships affect everyone the same way? A new study suggests it does! @megan_simeone #relationships…
Is your child a picky eater?
In an effort to find out if breastfeeding was related to eating behaviors during childhood, researchers studied a group of children for 6…
Competent bosses make happier employees
The latest in totally unsurprising results: a study has found that a more competent boss can improve workers' job satisfaction and…
How does testosterone relate to competitiveness?
Sweetening the deal for potential winners seems to strengthen the effects of testosterone in competitions.
How COVID-19 has affected mental health in the US
How has COVID-19 affected mental health in the US? A representative study shows how and why the pandemic had such an impact, which will help…
Has cannabis legalization changed kids’ drug use?
Does the legalization of recreational marijuana for adults increase it's use among teenagers?
Going under anesthesia as a teen may change how alcohol affects you
Adolescence, anesthesia, and alcohol: a recipe for a captivating new study. Is anesthesia in adolescence affecting our relationship with…