Poll Finds Majority of Americans Are Addicted to Smartphones
A new poll found that 9 out of 10 Americans feel compelled to constantly check their notifications, and one-fifth claim their smartphone is a significant source of stress.
Smoking While Pregnant May Not Cause Mental Illness
When the researchers considered other factors that could have contributed to mental illness, the connection between smoking and severe mental illness was no longer strong.
Study Confirms What Mothers Already Know: They’re Tired
Having children in the household was the only factor linked to sleep deprivation for women 45 years and younger.
Using Facebook May Increase Life Expectancy
Did you friend someone today? Studies now show that using Facebook could add years to your life.
Brain Stimulation Can Boost Honesty, Limit Selfish Feelings
People who received the transcranial current on a specific region of the brain were less likely to cheat than people who didn’t receive the brain stimulation.
Pet Dogs Help Children Feel Less Stressed
You may want to think twice the next time you send your pooch to the doghouse.
At-Home Medication Errors Are on the Rise in America
The number of medication errors in American homes has doubled since 2000.
Sleeping Habits May Predict Behavioral Problems in Children
Both parents and teachers noticed a marked difference in 7-year-olds who were sleep deprived during their toddler to preschool years compared to their peers who got the age-appropriate amount of sleep.
Screen Time at Bedtime Is Keeping Kids Awake
Letting your child fall asleep to their favorite show may be the easiest way to get them to bed, but it could also be the worst way.
Vitamin D May Ease Sunburns by Reducing Skin Damage
It's summertime, which almost always means getting a sunburn. Here's why you may want to take some vitamin D.
Cigarette Smoke Can Permanently Damage Your DNA
Smoking may have a longer, more harmful impact on your health than previously thought. In fact, it can permanently damage a person’s DNA.
Women Are Closing the Alcohol Gender Gap
Women have nearly caught pace with men when it comes to rates of alcohol consumption, a trend that might have an impact on the health of the population.
Many Hookah Labels Mislead Customers About Nicotine Content: Study
Many hookah products have misleading labels — some with triple the amount of nicotine listed on the labels — according to new research.
Meditation Could Help Anxiety Sufferers Improve Their Focus
A study found that incorporating just 10 minutes of meditation into one's daily routine could help to greatly reduce wandering thoughts and improve focus.
Night Owls With This Gene Feel ‘Perpetual Jet Lag’
Researchers say that people with this genetic variant have a different quality of life, mostly because of their night owl tendencies.
Smartphones Are Draining Our Brains
Here's how our smartphones are actually making us stupid.
Side Effects Sideline Promising Male Birth Control Shot
A new male contraceptive method has proven highly effective at reducing pregnancy in female partners, yet consumers may not find it on the market for awhile.
Real or Fake? Facebook Zika Headlines Put to the Test
The most popular Facebook posts are sometimes the least accurate, including recent stories about the Zika virus, a new study shows.
Bleeding Risk From Aspirin Regimen Found to Increase With Age
Theres especially a risk for people aged 75 or older.
Young Children Are Choking on Fidget Spinners
The popular toy is posing a potential hazard for young children.
E-Cigs Could Help People Lose Weight, Despite Other Health Risks
For smokers who are looking to quit, but are afraid of the weight gain that comes along with dropping a tobacco habit, there could be an easier way.
Do Clever People Live Longer?
Having a higher IQ may equate to living longer, regardless of socioeconomic status.
Screen Time Could Lead to Increased Risk of Diabetes in Children
The research found that children who reported three or more hours of screen time had higher levels of body fat compared to those who reported an hour or less of screen time.
City Living Has People Thinking About Their Futures
Moving to a big city might be just the thing for getting one's priorities straightened out.
Does Listening to Music Make Learning Tasks Easier?
New research analyzes whether or not listening to music can aid in developing the parts of the brain that process sound and control movement.
Tick-Tock: Men Also Have a Biological Clock
The study raises questions about what, if anything, aging men can do to boost conception rates when pairing with younger or same-aged women.
In-Flight Air Quality Is Making Crew Members Sick
Pilots, flight attendants and even frequent flyers are all susceptible to the adverse effects of contaminated in-flight air quality.
Babies That Sleep Alone May Sleep Better
New study findings oppose current recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics, which advise that young children sleep in their parents’ rooms for a full year.
Survey Shows 19-Year-Olds Are as Active as 60-Year-Olds
Sedentary lifestyles among young people have reached a new low.
Even Casual Drinking May Lead to Dementia
Casual drinking — or about five to seven drinks per week — can triple your risk of mental decline as you move into middle age and older.
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