Brain changes are associated with casual marijuana links in young adults
The size and shape of two brain regions involved in emotion and motivation may differ in young adults who smoke marijuana at least once a week, according to a study published April 16 in...
High-Calorie and Low-Nutrient Foods in Kids’ TV
Fruits and vegetables are often displayed in the popular Swedish children’s TV show Bolibompa, but there are also plenty of high-sugar foods. A new study from the University of Gothenburg explores how food is...
High-Calorie and Low-Nutrient Foods in Kids' TV
Fruits and vegetables are often displayed in the popular Swedish children’s TV show Bolibompa, but there are also plenty of high-sugar foods. A new study from the University of Gothenburg explores how food is...
Male health linked to testosterone in womb
Men’s susceptibility to serious health conditions may be influenced by low exposure to testosterone in the womb, new research suggests.
A study has revealed how men’s testosterone levels may be determined before they are born.
Life-long...
‘Horsing around’ reduces stress hormones in youth
New research from Washington State University reveals how youth who work with horses experience a substantial reduction in stress – and the evidence lies in kids’ saliva.
The results are published in the American Psychological...
Paying closer attention to attention
Attention problems may be over-reported in children with fetal alcohol syndrome disorder.
Ellen’s (not her real name) adoptive parents weren’t surprised when the school counsellor suggested that she might have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Several...
Multiple births don’t have to be an inevitable result of fertility treatments
While fertility treatments have helped many people become parents, they commonly result in multiple births, increasing the risk of prematurity, and leading to lifelong complications. But this doesn’t have to be the case, according...
Financial Incentives Help Economically-Disadvantaged Pregnant Smokers Quit
Smoking during pregnancy – particularly among economically-disadvantaged women – leads to a host of poor pregnancy outcomes, including miscarriage, preterm birth, SIDS, and additional adverse effects later in life. Without a formal treatment intervention,...
Improved care for babies with heart problems in the womb
Fetal heart experts working with the American Heart Association have developed guidelines to help healthcare providers care for unborn babies with heart problems, as well as their families.
The statement, Diagnosis and Treatment of Fetal...
High School students barely passing on financial literacy
Many high school students are struggling with financial literacy, especially students living in rural and regional areas, new University of Melbourne research has found.
Researcher Prof Ian Ramsay from the Melbourne Law School said the...
