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The untrained eye: Confusing sexual interest with friendliness
New research from Indiana University and Yale suggests that college-age men confuse friendly non-verbal cues with cues for sexual interest because the men have a less discerning eye than women -- but their female peers aren't far behind. view more (2008-04-01)
Testosterone, territoriality and the ‘home advantage’ in football
The `home advantage` is well known in football. The majority of teams in all divisions score more goals and win more games at home than away. Factors such as crowd support, referee bias, and familiarity with a venue, have been used to explain home advantage. New research presented today, Saturday 16 March, at The British Psychological Society... view more... (2002-02-27)
Eating sweets every day in childhood 'increases adult aggression'
Children who eat sweets and chocolate every day are more likely to be violent as adults, according to new research. view more (2009-10-01)
Many patients who resume driving after head injury may not be fit to drive
Many patients who return to driving after traumatic brain injury report problems which can significantly affect their ability to drive, finds a study in Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery and Psychiatry. During a two and a half year period, 563 adults with traumatic brain injury were referred to one of 10 rehabilitation units in England. Patients... view more... (2001-05-30)
Studies often ignore domestic violence committed by women
It`s not only men who commit domestic violence, yet scientific studies rarely look at female-to-male violence, according to two letters in this week`s BMJ. view more (2002-07-03)
Antipsychotic drugs double risk of death among Alzheimer's patients
New research into the effects of antipsychotic drugs commonly prescribed to Alzheimer's patients concludes that the medication nearly doubles risk of death over three years. view more (2009-01-09)
Parents who argue harm children
Parents who have frequent angry arguments may be harming their children, causing them to suffer poor emotional adjustment and to be more aggressive, psychologists warned today. Lauren Wild and Professor Martin Richards of the University of Cambridge Centre for Family Research presented their research findings to The British Psychological Society's... view more... (2000-09-12)
Anger, depression much higher among jailed teen girls than boys
A new study reveals that girls in juvenile detention centers face surprisingly different psychological issues than average teen girls and, in some ways, more severe problems than incarcerated boys. view more (2007-07-25)
How to save dogs by environmental enrichment
More dogs can be saved from being destroyed. Small changes in the way they are kept in animal rescue shelters can help the dogs behave in more appealing ways to potential buyers. view more (1999-03-26)
Are men in danger of extinction?
Despite having had most of the social determinants of health in their favour, men have higher mortality rates for all 15 leading causes of death and have a life expectancy about seven years shorter than women's. An editorial in this week's BMJ asks are men in danger of extinction? Men's reluctance to embrace preventive strategies has also... view more... (2001-10-31)
Study strengthens link between tobacco smoke and behavioral problems in boys with asthma
Boys with asthma who are exposed to environmental tobacco smoke have higher degrees of hyperactivity, aggression, depression and other behavioral problems, according to researchers at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. view more (2008-12-05)
New study examines how sense of smell affects mating and aggression in mice
New research by scientists at UCSF sheds light on how the odor detecting system in mice sends signals that affect their social behavior. view more (2005-12-22)
Invasive Ants Territorial When Neighbors Are Not Kin
A study led by UC San Diego biologists shows that invasive Argentine ants appear to use genetic differences to distinguish friend from foe, a finding that helps to explain why these ants form enormous colonies in California. view more (2006-12-04)
Alternative therapies may help people with dementia
Aromatherapy and bright light treatment may have an important role in managing behavioural problems in people with dementia, conclude researchers in this week’s BMJ. view more (2002-12-04)
UCR researchers show how the brain turns on innate behavior
UCR researchers have made a major leap forward in understanding how the brain programs innate behavior. view more (2006-07-28)
High-school girls who consider themselves attractive are more likely to be targets for bullying
University of Alberta Educational Psychology PhD student Lindsey Leenaars has completed a study that assessed what types of high school students are being indirectly victimized. view more (2008-05-23)
Depression: the symptoms in children are not like in adults
Depression is not always manifested in children as dejection and anhedonia. Depending on the age of the child, the dominant features may be weeping, irritability or defiance. view more (2008-03-17)
Once bitten, twice shy
Fish may only have a 3-second memory, but lobsters certainly don't. Professor Jelle Atema's group at the Boston University Marine Program has discovered that when two lobsters fight, the loser remembers the winner and determines the intensity of a later fight when the two meet again. Male lobsters can use the smell of urine to distinguish between... view more... (2004-03-24)
Some temper tantrum styles may be associated with clinical problems in preschool children
Temper tantrums are common among preschool children 3 to 6 years of age. Although these tantrums can range in duration and intensity, many parents often worry whether tantrums are also symptoms of more serious problems. view more (2007-12-20)
'I slapped her because she was acting like a stupid cow.'
Men who are violent towards their partners blame their wives or girlfriends for being jointly responsible for any attacks. This is the conclusion of Robin Jordan of Stockport Psychology Services, who studied the way men account for the domestic violence committed in their relationships. He will present his findings today, Tuesday 23 March 2004, at... view more... (2004-03-23)
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