Obese candidates pay an election penalty half as large as lacking a college degree
Matching perceived weight from photos of 3,612 candidates in the 2022 US Congressional elections with real results, researchers found obesity carries an electoral penalty about 50% as large as not having a college degree, across parties, offices and genders.
New study says that dads who get involved with fatherhood suffer less paternal depression
The more a father is involved in parenting his infant child, the lower the risk of that father experiencing paternal depression.
New study suggests that “super ager” Joe Biden has a 95% chance of surviving until 2024
A new study suggests that President Biden is "super-ager" likely to maintain his health beyond the end of his presidential term.
Binge drinking research shows that even one episode can do serious harm to your brain
New binge drinking research suggests that a single episode of binge drinking in young adults may lead to almost immediate structural brain atrophy.
Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) found to be effective
Discover the transformative effects of CBT-I for insomnia, relieving depression, anxiety, and stress. Online options available for effective treatment.
TV and toddlers: new study shows that parents play only a tiny role in kids’ TV preferences
TV and toddlers: a new study shows that some kids watch TV more than others because of their inborn preferences, not their parents’ wishes
Are baboons friendly? New study finds that male baboons with female friends live longer
Are baboons friendly? A new study finds that male baboons who have close female friends have higher rates of survival than those who don’t.
AI can now read your mind, and actually convert your thoughts into pictures
By monitoring your brain, a computer can read your mind and present what you’re thinking about in the form of images, with 83% accuracy.
This new study shows the benefits of pets for teens: better social skills, and less time alone
A new study on the benefits of having a cat or dog finds that teens with pets spend less time alone, and feel a greater sense of community.