Early life stress from racial discrimination puts African Americans at greater risk for accelerated aging, a marker for premature development of serious health problems and perhaps a shorter life expectancy, according to a new study.
Read moreRelaxing is supposed to be good for the body and soul, but people with anxiety may actively resist relaxation and continue worrying to avoid a large jump in anxiety if something bad does happen, according to new research.
Read moreDoes having close friends boost your self-esteem, or does having high self-esteem influence the quality of your friendships? Both, according to a meta-analysis of more than two decades of research.
Read moreThere is growing evidence that Parkinson's disease (PD) affects women and men differently. In this insightful review, scientists present the most recent knowledge about these sex-related differences and highlight the significance of estrogens, which play an important role in the sex differences in PD.
Read moreScientists discover that information processing in animal groups occurs not only in the brains of animals but also in their social network.
Read moreDads are often happier, less stressed and less tired than moms when taking care of kids, and researchers say these differences may come down to how and when childcare activities are split between parents.
Read moreIf children are exposed to bias against one person, will they develop a bias against that person's entire group? The answer is yes, according to new research.
Read moreA minority of people who use illicit opioids indicated a preference for fentanyl, the super-potent synthetic opioid that accounts for much of the recent rise in US overdose deaths, according to a new study.
Read moreA new study suggests that people might want to avoid making any important decisions about the future on an empty stomach.
Read moreAre you willing to ride in a driverless car? Researchers studied how Americans' perceived cost of commute time changes depending on who's driving.
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