A research team is a step closer to uncovering the mysterious origins of Parkinson’s disease, finding that the incurable disorder appears to take root in the human gut.
Brain Difference Tied to Autism Found in Living People for 1st Time
A new study has uncovered a molecular difference in the brains of people with autism that is linked to the central features associated with the condition.
A new study has uncovered a molecular difference in the brains of people with autism that is linked to the central features associated with the condition.
Older Adults Keep Their Cool in Hot Weather
Older adults appear less emotionally affected by heat, according to new research.
Older adults appear less emotionally affected by heat, according to new research.
Quick Exercise Bursts Enhance Cognitive Function
Bursts of exercise boost cognitive function, researchers report.
Bursts of exercise boost cognitive function, researchers report.
American Teens Feel Pressure in 6 Areas of Life
New research shows that 81% of American teens reported feeling negative pressure in at least one area.
New research shows that 81% of American teens reported feeling negative pressure in at least one area.
Blood Test Diagnoses Heart Attacks in Minutes, Not Hours
A new blood test diagnoses heart attacks in minutes rather than hours and could be adapted as a tool for first responders and people at home.
A new blood test diagnoses heart attacks in minutes rather than hours and could be adapted as a tool for first responders and people at home.
Masculinity Concerns Can Keep Men from Forgiving Coworkers
Concerns about masculinity can prevent men from forgiving their coworkers, new research indicates.
Concerns about masculinity can prevent men from forgiving their coworkers, new research indicates.
More Weight-Loss Drug Access Could Save 40K Lives Yearly
Expanding access to new, highly effective weight-loss medications could prevent more than 40,000 deaths a year in the United States, according to a new study.
Expanding access to new, highly effective weight-loss medications could prevent more than 40,000 deaths a year in the United States, according to a new study.
Playing With Your Kid Shapes How They Interact With Others
The way parents and their children play together may be the framework for how kids will treat other children, according to a recent study.
The way parents and their children play together may be the framework for how kids will treat other children, according to a recent study.
Humans’ Love for Carbs May Date Back to Before Farming
If you’ve ever struggled to reduce your carb intake, ancient DNA might be to blame, new research suggests.
If you’ve ever struggled to reduce your carb intake, ancient DNA might be to blame, new research suggests.
How Guilt and Shame Control Environmental Decisions
A new study delves deeper into how our environmentally-oriented decisions are controlled by emotions of shame and guilt.
A new study delves deeper into how our environmentally-oriented decisions are controlled by emotions of shame and guilt.
How Witches Went From Salem to Mainstream
An expert from the Salem Witch Museum explains changing ideas about witches and witchcraft.
An expert from the Salem Witch Museum explains changing ideas about witches and witchcraft.
Plastic Junk Sounds Like Tasty Food to Some Whales
To whales that hunt with soundwaves in the lightless depths of the ocean, a torn plastic party balloon and a delicious squid seem to be remarkably similar, according to a new study that put some plastic beach trash through underwater acoustic testing.
To whales that hunt with soundwaves in the lightless depths of the ocean, a torn plastic party balloon and a delicious squid seem to be remarkably similar, according to a new study that put some plastic beach trash through underwater acoustic testing.
What’s Behind the Rise in ADHD Diagnoses?
In recognition of October being ADHD Awareness Month, psychology professor Kevin Antshel provides expert insights on the rising ADHD diagnosis rates and the key signs to consider when thinking about seeking an evaluation.
In recognition of October being ADHD Awareness Month, psychology professor Kevin Antshel provides expert insights on the rising ADHD diagnosis rates and the key signs to consider when thinking about seeking an evaluation.
Someone Else Flirting with Your Partner Can Tank Attraction
Contrary to popular belief, someone who flirts with your spouse can actually cause your own attraction to your partner to wane, according to new research.
Contrary to popular belief, someone who flirts with your spouse can actually cause your own attraction to your partner to wane, according to new research.
Social Media Policies Are No Match for AI Bots
Social media platforms aren’t doing enough to stop harmful AI bots, research finds.
Social media platforms aren’t doing enough to stop harmful AI bots, research finds.