Conservatives and liberals have slightly different brain structures ...
Sep 20, 2024 · ATHENS, Greece — A groundbreaking new study has reignited the debate over whether political ideology is linked to brain structure.While previous research suggested that conservatives have larger amygdalas – the brain’s fear center – and liberals have larger anterior cingulate cortices (ACC) – involved in conflict detection, this latest investigation paints a more …
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2 days ago · A psychologist’s tips for supporting grieving loved ones during the holidays. December 16, 2024. The holiday season, often considered a time of joy and togetherness, can also be one of the most challenging periods for those who are grieving a loss.
Report: Cannabis tied to alarming rise in cancer, birth defects, and ...
Nov 14, 2024 · CRAWLEY, Australia — A startling new paper highlights a disturbing connection between using cannabis and rising rates of various cancers and congenital abnormalities, as well as DNA damage.The research paints a sobering picture of the hidden health consequences of widespread cannabis consumption as more and more countries legalize its use recreationally.
Raising children still takes a village -- But the village is changing
Nov 16, 2024 · Conducted by Talker Research on behalf of The Goddard School, researchers found that four in five parents polled (81%) believe that it’s imperative to have a support system when it comes to raising their child, and another 43% believe parenting is more difficult today than it was for their own parents.. About a quarter of parents (27%) rely less on family members for …
Existential uncertainty: Constant doomscrolling and worrying …
Oct 21, 2024 · Worrying thoughts and feelings about existential threats increase activity in the amygdala – a brain region that responds to threat. This releases stress hormones – first in the brain (hypothalamus and pituitary gland) and then in the adrenal cortex (which sits on top of the kidneys).. The release of these hormones from the adrenal cortex can impact our attention, …
Add 11 years to your life? Science says it’s as simple as a daily walk
Nov 18, 2024 · QUEENSLAND, Australia — In what might be the best return on investment since Bitcoin’s early days, scientists have discovered that every hour of walking could yield up to six hours of additional life.Unlike cryptocurrency, however, this investment is guaranteed by the laws of human biology. An exciting modeling study reveals that if every American over the age of 40 …
Best Colleges and Universities for 2025: Ivy League Schools …
Oct 14, 2024 · When it comes to colleges (which differ slightly from universities), Swarthmore College emerged as the top-ranked college and 11th-best institution overall, with a score of 75.58. Despite its steep annual cost of around $49,000, Swarthmore graduates see a significant return on investment, earning approximately $750,000 more than high school graduates over two …
Caterpillar fungus could be the surprising ingredient that stops …
Nov 7, 2024 · NOTTINGHAM, United Kingdom — In a remarkable discovery, researchers have uncovered the key behind a traditional Asian medicine’s potential to combat cancer.The compound in question, cordycepin, is produced by a caterpillar fungus and has long been touted for its health benefits, but its precise effects on the body have remained elusive – until now.
6 Scientific Questions That Remain Unanswered - Study Finds
Sep 23, 2024 · The universe is infinite and mind-boggling, but how it all began is still a mystery and the number one question on the minds of many. Even Stephen Hawking, one of the greatest theoretical physicists, couldn’t pinpoint the answer.According to Reader’s Digest, some experts wonder if the universe had a beginning or has always existed.. The Big Bang may explain the …