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Pedophilia may be the result of faulty brain wiring
Pedophilia might be the result of faulty connections in the brain, according to new research released by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH). view more (2007-11-28)
Peer exclusion among children results in reduced classroom participation and academic achievement
Children who are excluded from activities by their peers are more likely to withdraw from classroom activities and suffer academically. view more (2006-03-06)
Anxiety disorders increase risk of suicidal thoughts and attempts
A pre-existing anxiety disorder significantly increases the risk of a subsequent onset of suicidal thoughts and suicide attempts. view more (2005-11-08)
A comprehensive review of addiction to prescription painkillers among patients and physicians
Chemical dependency and recovery in patients and physicians are closely examined in a series of articles and editorials in the July 2009 issue of Mayo Clinic Proceedings. view more (2009-07-08)
Methamphetamine use cost the US about $23 billion in 2005, RAND study estimates
The economic cost of methamphetamine use in the United States reached $23.4 billion in 2005, including the burden of addiction, premature death, drug treatment and many other aspects of the drug, according to a new RAND Corporation study. view more (2009-02-04)
Young drug users feel neglected by parents
Previous studies have shown that parental control and the amount of parental warmth are key factors in the kinds of deviant adolescent behaviour associated with drug abuse and other criminal activities. New research shows that such factors may also be extremely important in adolescents who go on to become users of ecstasy. view more (2005-03-21)
New study finds that ramelteon shows potential for circadian phase shifting
Results from a new study to further explore the mechanistic action of ramelteon suggest it may have the ability to shift the biological circadian rhythm - one's natural 24-hour sleep-wake cycle - based on a study model designed to examine this potential. view more (2006-05-23)
Copying Nature in the Lab
Successful total synthesis of muricatetrocin -- a potential new cancer-fighting agent Muricatetrocin is the name of a natural substance that may someday gain important victories against certain cancers of the prostate, pancreas, and lungs. It was discovered in the leaves of Rollina mucosa, a magnolia-like plant of the tropical rainforest,... view more... (2000-10-12)
Study shows aggressive students often lack psychological evaluations and effective treatment
As the disturbing trend of school violence continues to plague our education system, it is important for caregivers, educators, and doctors to join forces to be proactive in its prevention. view more (2006-08-25)
Research uncovers signaling pathways related to brain-immune system links
New research on signaling pathways in immune cells bolsters evidence of connections between the central nervous system and the immune system. view more (2006-05-16)
Stressed-Out Moms Think Their Children are More Difficult
Mothers who experience stress from parenting are more likely to perceive their babies as temperamentally difficult, according to a new study by researchers at Bradley Hospital, Brown Medical School and Women & Infants' Hospital. view more (2006-01-06)
Better MRI scans of cancers made possible by TU Delft
Researcher Kristina Djanashvili has developed a substance that enables doctors to get better MRI scans of tumours. On Tuesday 13 January, Djanashvili will be awarded a doctorate by TU Delft for her work in this field. view more (2009-01-13)
New marker for Alzheimer's discovered
Gothenburg researchers have discovered a previously unknown substance in spinal fluid that can be used to diagnose Alzheimer's disease. view more (2009-09-15)
Alcohol may amplify chronic rejection in lung transplants
A recent study using an animal model of lung transplants shows that chronic alcohol consumption by the donor promotes scarring and airway injury after transplantation. view more (2007-11-28)
PET imaging confirms link between receptor levels and cocaine abuse
Using positron emission tomography (PET), researchers have established a firm connection between a particular brain chemistry trait and the tendency of an individual to abuse cocaine and possibly become addicted, suggesting potential treatment options. view more (2006-07-12)
Plant pathogen yields substance to fight neuroblastoma
Drug treatment of neuroblastoma, a tumor of the nervous system in children, poses major problems. Therefore, scientists at the German Cancer Research Center (Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum, DKFZ) have been searching for substances that are suitable as a basis for developing better drugs. Now they have found a candidate: HC-toxin, which is... view more... (2008-01-18)
Girls growing up with heroin-addicted parent more resilient than boys
Growing up with a heroin-addicted parent exposes children to a variety of detrimental experiences before the age of 18 and new research indicates that girls are four times more resilient than boys in overcoming such adverse events. view more (2009-02-12)
Survey of Marine Corps military recruits reveals risk factors for alcohol disorders in young adults
Young men age 18 to 20 are significantly more likely to be risky drinkers if they start drinking alcohol at a young age, according to a large survey of male Marine Corps recruits, the results of which are published in the December issue of Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine. view more (2006-12-05)
Southampton scientists receive support from anti-doping agencies to further develop growth hormone test
Scientists at the University of Southampton have signed an agreement with the US Anti-Doping Agency and the World Anti-Doping Agency to develop a test for detecting growth hormone abuse. Growth hormone (GH) is a naturally occurring hormone, which has the effect of increasing lean body mass and decreasing fat mass-properties that have led to its... view more... (2003-05-27)
Leading toxicologist warns against new drug of abuse
Professor Alison Jones said benzylpiperazine was a "new drug of abuse" which could have serious clinical effects - similar to those of ecstasy to which it is structurally related. view more (2007-04-30)
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