In the United States, estimates show that a substantial number of children under age 5…
Intervention that engages youth on ethnic, racial identity can enhance positive development
Developing an ethnic-racial identity is an important task for young people growing up in the…
Energy drinks mask alcohol’s effects, increase injury risk
People who mix highly caffeinated energy drinks with their alcoholic beverages may be at increased…
Mouse study identifies new method for treating depression
Standard antidepressant medications don’t work for everyone, and even when they do they are slow…
Suicide risk is higher in first year after deliberate self-harm
New findings suggest that American adults who survive deliberate self-harm are at increased risk of…
Quantum dots illuminate transport within the cell
Biophysicists have developed a strategy for using light-emitting nanocrystals as a marker in living cells….
Infections during pregnancy may interfere with genes linked to prenatal brain development
If a mother picks up an infection during pregnancy, her immune system will kick into…
Shortage of drug to treat low blood pressure from septic shock associated with increased deaths
Patients with septic shock admitted to hospitals affected by the 2011 shortage of the drug…
Fish evolve by playing it safe
New research supports the creation of more marine reserves in the world’s oceans because, the…
Frequent dining out may lead to food budget-busting behaviors
People who frequently dine out –including workers who often eat out for lunch — may…