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Social Anxiety Presages Alcohol Abuse in College

Tuesday, November 27th, 2007

Although college is a time for young adults to expand knowledge and often push boundaries, alcohol abuse is a persistent problem that leads to risky behavior. A new intervention based ...

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New Insights on Memory

Monday, November 26th, 2007

Researchers have identified a key brain protein responsible for learning and memory. The substance, called Kalirin-7, is critical for helping you learn and remember what you learned, according to scientists from ...

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Molecular Therapy May Reduce Parkinson’s

Monday, November 26th, 2007

Laboratory researchers have successfully reversed biochemical, cellular and anatomical changes that occur in the brains of mice with Parkinson's disease (PD), and report success in preventing the disease from progression. Rush University ...

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Magnetic Stimulation for Depression

Monday, November 26th, 2007

A new large-scale study suggests transcranial magnetic stimulation may be an option for individuals who do not respond to conventional care for depression. Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), is a ...

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Youthful Binging Has Long-Term Consequences

Wednesday, November 21st, 2007

A new study discovers heavy binge drinking by adolescents and young adults is associated with increased long-term risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and other metabolic ...

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Sub-Clinical Changes from Trauma

Wednesday, November 21st, 2007

It is well known that psychological trauma can cause post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression and that the disorders can influence how a person responds to subsequent stressful situations. New research ...

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Telecommuting Lowers Job Stress

Wednesday, November 21st, 2007

An analysis of nearly 50 studies on telecommuting discovers the work arrangement has a beneficial effect as employees report less stress and higher morale. Employers also gain from the ...

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Older Workers Manage Work Demands Better

Tuesday, November 20th, 2007

A new study suggests older workers generally report lower levels of work-related stress and appear to enjoy life better than younger individuals who struggle with the demands of raising a ...

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Stress Hormone Can Speed Cancer

Tuesday, November 20th, 2007

Ohio State University researchers have shown that in cell cultures, the stress hormone norepinephrine appears to promote the biochemical signals that stimulate certain tumor cells to grow and spread. The finding, ...

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Choice of On-line Social Networks Influenced by Ethnicity

Tuesday, November 20th, 2007

A new study from Northwestern University finds that college students' choice of social networking sites is related to race, ethnicity and parents' education. The review included social network sites such as ...

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