Articles tagged with Social Development
The first investigation of estrogen metabolism in prostate cancer will determine if differences exist between healthy men and those with the disease. The study aims to find potential new strategies to prevent this important disease.
Research highlights the link between nutrition and nonmelanoma skin cancers, with dietary fat and antioxidant vitamins identified as key factors. Studies have shown that reducing fat intake and increasing consumption of Vitamin C, beta-carotene, and selenium may help lower cancer risk.
Linguistics professor John Rickford presents evidence that black and white vernaculars in America exhibit distinct differences, even in island enclaves with frequent contact. He argues that limited social interaction and powerful social norms contribute to these divergences, which have been developing over centuries.
Research finds that areas with trees and grass support creative forms of play and encourage adult supervision, leading to improved child development.
A new RFF issues brief highlights the potential impacts of climate change on agriculture, with estimates suggesting a modest reduction in grain production in developing countries and improvements in industrialized nations. However, the author notes that regional changes are highly uncertain due to varying climate models.
A study from Rockefeller University found that a specific altered gene, COMT, may increase the risk of OCD in men. The researchers discovered that this gene affects the production of dopamine and norepinephrine, leading to a biochemical imbalance that contributes to the development of OCD.
Research reveals family characteristics and early child care experiences have a greater impact on the mother-child relationship than non-maternal child care. High-quality care reduces negative effects, but family traits and child temperaments play a significant role.
The collaboration aims to develop methodologies and models for managing ecosystems sustainably. The consortium will utilize the MAB biosphere network, research facilities at Biosphere 2 Center, and existing projects in Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina.
A novel mechanism has been initiated at UC Davis to pool university and industry resources, compensating nations for valuable genetic material. The Genetic Resources Recognition Fund will finance graduate fellowships for students from countries that originally provided the genetic material.
According to sports psychologist David Yukelson, athletes can master a quick mental turnaround in a game situation by recognizing problem situations, practicing positive coping strategies, and evaluating their own progress.
The US South's economic transformation from rural farm to industrialized society was driven by government policies, including infrastructure investments and trade protection. Despite initial success, social inequalities persisted, with poverty rates for Black Americans remaining three times those for Whites.
Research by Cybele Raver found that children whose parents actively directed their visual attention spent more time distracting themselves away from a source of distress. These strategies are indicative of social competence and lead to better relationships with peers.