An innovative collaboration between neuroscientists and developmental psychologists that investigated how infants’ brains process other people’s action provides the first evidence that directly links neural responses from the motor system to overt social behavior in infants. Continue reading “Social thinking in the infant brain revealed”
Older fathers associated with increased birth risks, study reports
A decade of data documenting live births in the United States links babies of older fathers with a variety of increased risks at birth, including low birth weight and seizures, according to a new study by researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine. Continue reading “Older fathers associated with increased birth risks, study reports”
International study suggests ancient globalization
Using energy consumption as a measure, a team of international scientists has found that ancient civilizations engaged in globalization more than previously believed, suggesting that an integrated global economy is nothing new and may have benefited societies for ages. Continue reading “International study suggests ancient globalization”
Media violence, impulsivity and family conflict tied to aggressive behaviors in teenagers
Teenagers exposed to TV and film violence and high levels of household conflict are at risk of engaging in aggressive behaviors, according to a new study by researchers at three U.S. universities. Continue reading “Media violence, impulsivity and family conflict tied to aggressive behaviors in teenagers”
Risk-taking, antisocial teens 5 times more likely to die young
Adolescents with serious conduct and substance use problems are five times more likely to die prematurely than their peers, with roughly one in 20 dying by their 30s, according to new CU Boulder research. Continue reading “Risk-taking, antisocial teens 5 times more likely to die young”
Link between hunger and mood explained
University of Guelph researchers have revealed that the sudden drop in glucose we experience when we are hungry can impact our mood. Continue reading “Link between hunger and mood explained”
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