Common plastics chemical could harm boys' development Phthalates are commonly used in plastics, and researchers have now tied them to developmental issues in toddler boys who were exposed to the chemical in the womb. Sep 4, 2023 1 37
Size of the mother and father found to impact the risk of having a big baby If either you or your partner was a "big" baby, you have an increased likelihood of giving birth to a large baby yourself, a new study by researchers from the University of Bergen, Norway, shows. This could potentially improve ... Sep 4, 2023 0 18
Evolution, culture and self-knowledge: Why is the study of human personality so important? In the field of neuroscience, the D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR) is known for research involving pathologies, from malformations to acquired maladies. The understanding of diseases, however, is not the only ... Sep 4, 2023 0 1
Study suggests single dose of psilocybin safe and effective as treatment for major depressive disorder A collaboration between 34 researchers at 18 institutions has looked into the efficacy and safety of psilocybin in patients with major depressive disorder. Sep 4, 2023 report 1 183
Research exposes impact of family courts on women's health A study involving 45 women who accused their partners of domestic abuse has highlighted serious health problems they have suffered as a result, they say, of biased family court proceedings. Sep 4, 2023 0 1
Measurement of skeletal muscle mass using the bioelectrical impedance technique in athletes Bioelectrical impedance analysis is a method used for estimating body composition. This method estimates body composition based on the degree of current flow in the body, allowing noninvasive and rapid measurement, and is ... Sep 4, 2023 0 1
How to inactivate common cold viruses and reduce risk of RSV infection Every year, respiratory syncytial viruses (RSV) cause countless respiratory infections worldwide. For infants, young children and people with preexisting conditions, the virus can be life-threatening. Sep 4, 2023 0 1
Trial shows Thai health program can promote life expectancy of people with early psychosis Professor Richard Gray, Theme Lead (Healthy Peoples Families and Communities) at La Trobe University and study co-author, said many previous physical health interventions for people experiencing severe mental ill-health have ... Sep 4, 2023 0 2
Women's sexual desire often goes undiscussed—yet it's one of their most common health concerns, says researcher Female sexual desire is frequently misunderstood. Despite desire (also known as libido or sex drive) being the most common sexual health concern for women, most women aren't really taught about it growing up. And if they ... Sep 4, 2023 0 5
Women are less happy than men—a psychologist on why and four things you can do about it Something strange is going on in women's happiness research. Because despite having more freedom and employment opportunities than ever before, women have higher levels of anxiety and more mental health challenges, such as ... Sep 4, 2023 2 1
