Neuroscience
Brain circuitry triggers a wanting for what hurts
Stimulating the brain's circuitry related to addiction can create strong desires even for something that hurts.
Jun 1, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Isolation could improve how we think about and navigate sex and relationships
The coronavirus pandemic has already profoundly changed many of our lives. And it is certain that the virus will change some things forever. Some industries will fail, others will prosper. We will learn new ways of working ...
Apr 14, 2020
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Medications
Experiences of undesired effects of hormonal contraception
A study of women who experienced mental ill-health from a hormonal contraception indicates they value their mental well-being higher than a satisfactory sex life. Their experiences can influence their choice of contraception. ...
Mar 31, 2020
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Neuroscience
Scientists shed new light on neural processes behind our desire for revenge
New insight on the neural processes that drive a desire for revenge during conflict between groups has been published today in the open-access journal eLife.
Mar 3, 2020
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Health
Kisspeptin hormone injection can boost brain activity associated with attraction
The researchers behind the early-stage work, published in JCI Insight, are exploring whether kisspeptin can ultimately be used to treat men with common psychosexual disorders—sexual problems which are psychological in origin ...
Feb 13, 2020
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
How does your choice of birth control affect sexual desire?
(HealthDay)—Many women use birth control pills or other hormone-based contraceptives to enjoy sex without fear of an unplanned pregnancy. But could they kill your mojo?
Dec 23, 2019
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Immunology
More than half of males with lupus report feeling depressed, receive little support
A national survey of male patients with lupus finds the illness has a significant impact on their physical and emotional health, yet they often do not receive support that could help them cope.
Nov 11, 2019
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Kindness is a top priority in a long-term partner according to a new international study
One of the top qualities that we look for in a long-term partner is kindness, according to new research by Swansea University.
Sep 19, 2019
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Psychology & Psychiatry
The more you have, the more you want?
People of a higher social class have a greater desire for wealth and status, a University of Queensland study has found.
Sep 17, 2019
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Health
Coalition issues international consensus on testosterone treatment for women
The Endocrine Society and 10 other internationally esteemed medical societies have today issued the first Global Position Statement on the use of testosterone in the treatment of women. The statement was published in four ...
Sep 2, 2019
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