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Mental illness by itself does not predict future violent behavior
People with mental illness alone are no more likely than anyone else to commit acts of violence. read more
A New Science of Life: A book for ignoring
The question: Where does science end and 'magic' begin?In Ian McEwan's terrific novel Enduring Love there is a description of a
Neurobiologist proposes 'the end of sex as we once knew it'
Women are not from Venus any more than men are from Mars. But even though both sexes are perfectly terrestrial beings, they are not lacking in other differences. And not...
Teens who frequently go out with friends more likely to use marijuana
Marijuana use appears to have decreased among most European and North American adolescents between 2002 and 2006, and those who went out with friends on fewer evenings of the week...
Obituary: Henry Molaison
Henry Molaison, who has died aged 82, was a mild-mannered American who would not have become famous had he not hit his head, developed intractable epilepsy, undergone surgery and lost...
Confessions Of An Extreme Teen Texter
American teens love to text. A recent study found that on average, teens send and receive more than 1,700 messages every month.
The Irony Of Harmony: Why Positive Interactions May Sometimes Be Negative
By recognizing their inequalities, members of disadvantaged groups can mobilize and attempt to bring about social change. However, the results of a new study suggests that positive contact with majority...
Not Just Your Imagination: Brain Perceives Optical Illusions As Real Motion
Ever get a little motion sick from an illusion graphic designed to look like it's moving? A new study suggests that these illusions do more than trick the eye; they...
Women benefit committees
Research has found that female directors help boards to become more involved in decision making and better aligned with the shareholders' interests.
Driving under the influence of stress
The September 11 terrorist attacks had a profound impact on this country's psyche. Eight years after the attacks, we are still learning how those terrible events affected us. A number...
Gender bias found in student ratings of high school science teachers
A study of 18,000 biology, chemistry and physics students has uncovered notable gender bias in student ratings of high school science teachers...
Why Women Have An Edge On Salt-sensitive Hypertension
Researchers may have found why women have an edge in keeping a healthier balance between the amount of salt they eat and excrete -- at least before reaching menopause.
Old Or Tired? How People Read And Rate Faces
How do people read faces to judge age or fatigue? This question is explored in the February issue of Ophthalmology, the journal of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
It’s Black History Month! Celebrate Science and African-American Achievements
All year is a great time to learn more about science and the people who make the discoveries. But February offers a great opportunity to learn about the achievements of...
Scientists Explore the Mysteries of Why We Sleep
Has it ever occurred to you, when faced with a big decision, to stay awake on it?
Special workplace benefits help relieve stress, improve bottom line
(PhysOrg.com) -- While hundreds of thousands of American workers are losing jobs these days, many more are stressed out. For those fortunate to still have jobs in this down economy,...
Artificial intelligence -- child`s play!
Scientists have developed a computer game called “Gorge” - designed to help children understand artificial intelligence through play, and even to change it. It can also improve the children`s social...
Study finds one-third of US kids take vitamins
CHICAGO (AP) -- About a third of U.S. children and teens take vitamins, even though most of those taking the pills are healthy, active kids who...
Black market exists for children's lost comfort items
Any mommy and daddy whose child has lost a favorite blanket or stuffed animal knows the lengths they will go to make everything better again. But parents often are powerless,...
Supportive soccer moms have better relationships with kids, says study
(PhysOrg.com) -- There's no handbook on parenting athletes. University of Alberta researcher Nick Holt is trying to help though.
Exotic frogs found in Colombian Eden
A treasure trove of potential new species has been uncovered in a modern-day Garden of Eden in Colombia, scientists announced Monday.
Cellphone suppliers must show 911 callers' location by February 2010
The location of each caller who dials 911 from a cellphone within Canada must be available to emergency responders by this time next year, the CRTC says.
Jesse Jane, porn star, loves her iPhone
Jesse Jane, star of Pirates and current industry "it" girl, discussed the relationship between porn and technology with CBCNews.ca at the recent Adult Entertainment Expo in Las Vegas.
Humans share lemur gaze tendency
Scientists studying the human tendency to follow the gaze of other people have found a link to the behaviour of lemurs.
Readers build vivid mental simulations of narrative situations
A new brain-imaging study is shedding light on what it means to 'get lost' in a good book - suggesting that readers create vivid mental simulations of the sounds, sights,...
Half of Britons do not believe in evolution, Darwin anniversary survey finds
Half of British adults do not believe in evolution, with at least 22% preferring the theories of creationism or intelligent design to explain how the worl
Government Services For Young People At Risk Of Drugs Misuse May Be Doing More Harm Than Good
Current government programs aimed at reducing drug and alcohol use among young people may be ineffective and may even be doing more harm than good, according to a new article.
Marching To The Beat Of The Same Drummer Improves Teamwork
Armies train by marching in step. Citizens sing the National Anthem before sporting events. Why do we participate in these various synchronized activities? A new study suggests that when people...