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Depression – It’s Contagious
Though it can be fun to occasionally blame your house mate for being a poor influence, scientists at the University of Notre Dame have found a real...
Colder Weather, Longer Life?
Sure, the weather has been miserable, but on the bright side, it may prolong your life. Though it can’t replace the joy you’ll experience when summer...
It’s All in Your Head – Why Some Criminals Reoffend
Is there an inherent disparity between the brains of criminals versus law-abiding citizens? According to brain scans conducted by The Mind Research...
Think Creatively – Block Your Prefrontal Cortex
Writer’s Block – a prime example of how hard it can be to summon creativity on demand. New research conducted at the University of Pennsylvania has...
Preventing Type 1 Diabetes – It’s in Your Gut
What if we could prevent type 1 diabetes? New research by scientists at the University of Toronto, Canada, and the University of Bern, Switzerland...
If You Want Smarter Kids, Here’s What to Do
Wouldn’t it be great if you could control how smart your kids are? According to new research from NYU, it’s possible. After ploughing through years...
Lonely? It could be Costing You your Health
Loneliness is no fun. Turns out, it’s no good for your physical health either. Researchers at Ohio State University have recently discovered that the...
Bulking Up? Don’t Count on Testosterone to Help
For those of us still braving our New Year’s resolution to get into shape, new research may be of interest. Scientists at McMaster University have...
Indulging in Sweet Treats? Blame Your Brain
We’ve all experienced it – the time when you had to give in to that tempting treat. For most of us, it’s a self-declared chocolate addiction. Though...