Summary: Researchers have debunked the “beer goggles” myth, suggesting that alcohol doesn’t necessarily make people appear more attractive due to facial symmetry. In their study, participants, including intoxicated individuals, rated…
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Gen Z’s Mind Maze: Navigating a World of Perceived Extremes
Summary: A new study delves into the mental health crisis among Gen Z. The study, based on 40 interviews, highlights key risk factors like mass shootings, social media, and climate…
Three signs your sick child may need to see a health care professional
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain While most common colds, flu, or other illnesses can be treated at home, Dr. Angela Mattke, a pediatrician with Mayo Clinic’s Children’s Center, says parents should…
CRISPR and other new technologies open doors for drug development, but which diseases get prioritized? It comes down to money and science
Prescription drugs and vaccines revolutionized health care, dramatically decreasing death from disease and improving quality of life across the globe. But how do researchers, universities and hospitals, and the pharmaceutical…
Study explores accuracy of computerized ADHD test
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A new study cautions against using the QbTest as a standalone diagnostic or screening tool for ADHD. Researchers from the Universities of Southampton, Nottingham, Cardiff, and…
Decline in smoking in England has stalled since pandemic
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain A decades-long decline in smoking prevalence in England has nearly ground to a halt since the start of the pandemic, according to a new study led…
Devil curse found on medieval tablet in Rostock
According to an announcement by the Rostock City Hall, archaeologists have uncovered a devil curse written on a 15th century tablet in Rostock, Germany. The discovery was made during construction…
Archaeologists have discovered Pueblo astronomical carvings and paintings in Colorado
Image Credit : Jagiellonian University in Kraków Archaeologists from the Jagiellonian University in Kraków have announced the discovery of astronomical carvings and paintings associated with the Pueblo culture. The discovery…
Study finds moderately elevated fracture risk following use of sedative–hypnotics
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Global consumption data show that there is an increasing trend of sedative–hypnotic prescriptions, especially in more developed affluent countries and regions, such as Hong Kong. Researchers…
Drinking during holidays and special occasions could affect how you parent your kids
How much alcohol do you typically drink in a week? A month? A year? Did your answer take into account how much you drink on New Year’s Eve? On Christmas?…
