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Feb 08, 2021 … ADELAIDE, Australia — Does one’s past dictate their future? A new study out of Australia is offering up an answer, at least when it comes to mental health. Researchers from the University of South Australia report a happy, secure childhood does not guarantee someone will be free from mental illness later in life. Many prior studies…

May 19, 2020 … NEWCASTLE, England — Adults tend to look back fondly on their teenage years, but usually don’t recall just how moody, frustrated, and angry they were during that special time between 12 and 20 years old. Teenage angst is considered a rite of passage, at least among humans, but a new study finds that our canine companions…

May 08, 2020 … UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Just 21 short years ago we were all using beepers, debating the legitimacy of Y2K, and marveling at the wonders of America Online. A whole lot has changed and improved since then, but a new study finds that modern life may be much more stressful than the simpler times of the 20th…

Aug 17, 2018 … Study shows people who learn they were a “surprise” struggle with insecurity, attachment issues in relationships LAWRENCE, Kan. — Thinking about telling your child how he or she was actually a surprise for you and your spouse? Maybe you’re better off keeping that tiny detail to yourself. A new study finds that people who learn they were…

Aug 05, 2017 … WASHINGTON — What may be considered an eye-opening coming of age for young boys may actually be harming them more than some parents might believe. A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Nebraska discovers that a man’s attitude towards women is negatively shaped from the first time he is exposed to pornography. The…

Jun 08, 2017 … STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — While sleeping in the same bedroom as your baby is touted by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as a smart practice for the entirety of an infant’s first year of life, a new study finds there some major downsides to parent-child room cohabitation beyond four months. Researchers at Penn State examined…

Nov 22, 2017 … BUFFALO — When it comes to seeking solitude, many people often blame mental health issues as an underlying cause. But a new study finds that being alone has its benefits too, particularly when it comes to people looking for a surge of creativity. Researchers at the University of Buffalo interviewed 295 privacy-valuing individuals who reported…

Apr 21, 2021 … CAMBRIDGE, England — Taking vitamin C can protect babies before they are even born from losing their memory later in life, scientists believe. The tablets ensure babies’ brains develop properly, even if their oxygen supply is cut short, according to a new study. Low oxygen in the womb, known as chronic fetal hypoxia, is one…

Nov 07, 2020 … WASHINGTON — Putting forth our best effort in school doesn’t just make us brighter, it can also make us physically healthier. New research shows that teens who have strong relationships with their teachers have better health in adulthood. Previous research concludes that poor social relationships can lead to chronic stress. This, of course, can raise…

Nov 06, 2020 … SOLNA, Sweden — We hear it often in the medical world: a drug for one condition can also help people with a completely different disease. For researchers, testing and repurposing safe medications can sometimes lead to wonderful breakthroughs. A new study from Sweden is doing just that and may have discovered a novel treatment for childhood…

Oct 14, 2020 … BOSTON, Mass. — Visiting a doctor’s office or hospital can be a stressful experience at any time. During a viral pandemic, these facilities can provoke an entirely new level of anxiety. Millions right now are afraid to visit the doctors, nurses, and surgeons they need over COVID-19 infection concerns. Now, however, a study finds that…

Jul 02, 2020 … READING, England — A good night’s sleep is really important for the developing brain. The brain’s growth and development can suffer if it’s not well rested. That’s especially the case for younger minds. A new study led by researchers from the University of Reading shows a strong connection between poor sleep in teenagers and a…

Apr 03, 2020 … ADELAIDE, Australia — The years between 12 and 20 are a period of self-discovery and self-doubt for the average teen. It’s hard not to compare oneself to others in high school, especially in today’s day and age of Instagram and selfies. Now, a new study conducted at Flinders University finds that teenagers experience insomnia most often…

Feb 12, 2020 … CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom — The teenage years are a really critical time for the developing brain. Now, researchers say that new brain networks “come online” during adolescence, and these fresh connections being made between different parts of the brain help teens cultivate the social skills they need for navigating the world of adulthood. But scientists…

Dec 14, 2019 … SYDNEY — Formative years spent in school can be a turbulent time for adolescents and teens, and it’s common for emotions to be at an all-time high. Each student deals with their emotions in her or his own way, and some are naturally better equipped to cope than others. Now, a new study conducted in Sydney,…

Nov 28, 2019 … TEMPE, Ariz. — From Seoul to Seattle, what matters most to people at the end of the day is their family and loved ones. That’s the uplifting finding of a new, extensive international study encompassing over 7,000 people from 27 different countries. The study, led by a team of social and evolutionary psychologists at Arizona State…

Oct 04, 2019 … Survey shows nine in ten adults regularly check phone — even when there aren’t any new messages to read. One in ten respondents admit they struggle to go just 10 minutes without looking at device. Nearly half of adults wish smartphones were never invented! LONDON — It seems most people refuse to go anywhere these days…

May 25, 2018 … TRONDHEIM, Norway — You don’t have to be inappropriately touched by someone to feel the harmful effects of sexual harassment. A new study finds that all forms of sexual harassment, physical or not, have the ability to cause long-term damage to an individual. Behavior that could be classified as sexual harassment takes many forms, but researchers…

Nov 09, 2017 … LEIPZIG, Germany — The infant’s eyes grow wide at the sight of the eight-legged creature. She’s never been exposed to spiders before, but something inside her signals to pay attention. Demonstrating this instinctual reaction, a new study out of the Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences and Uppsala University shows that even…

Oct 03, 2017 … NEW YORK — Synthetic marijuana is many times stronger than the natural stuff, but many naive teens are led to believe that it’s less risky. That may explain why a new study finds 1 in 5 high schoolers who use the “fake” drug do so at least 20 times in a month. Researchers at NYU…

Mar 20, 2017 … BOULDER, Colo. — Could your last name play a role in the success of your academic and professional careers? A new study finds that people whose last initial is among the beginning letters of the alphabet are more likely to see greater success, especially in school. Conversely, those who always have to wait the longest to…