A study by the University of Notre Dame and Northwestern University found that women who maintain a female-dominated inner circle are more likely to gain leadership roles. The research, which analyzed over 700 former graduate students, showed that having strong ties to other women improves job placement levels for women in male-dominat...
A new survey of first-year internal medicine residents found that those in programs with longer hours, less faculty mentoring, and more research focus had higher depression scores. The study suggests that institutions and residency programs play a critical role in resident mental health.
A recent study by Tània Verge and Javier Astudillo found that executive positions in politics are heavily gender-skewed. Female candidates face obstacles such as lower party leadership advantages and more rigorous scrutiny when reapplying, despite having more political experience.
A new study by Lehigh University researchers found that women and men reach similar negotiation outcomes in a neutral setting, challenging the notion that men are more effective negotiators than women. The study suggests that individual behavior is more influenced by context than gender differences.
A new study suggests that sex plays a major role in attracting potential partners and encouraging the formation of an attachment. The research found that sexual desire triggers behaviors that promote emotional bonding during face-to-face encounters, including synchronization of movements, close physical proximity, and frequent eye cont...
The opioid crisis roadmap neglects significant data on sex and gender differences, which are crucial for developing effective interventions. Women experience distinct pain and addiction patterns compared to men, and are more likely to relapse and face greater functional impairment.
A new measurement tool, BIGI, provides a simplified but more accurate picture of gender inequality, focusing on educational opportunities, healthy life expectancy, and overall life satisfaction. Men are on average more disadvantaged than women in 91 countries, while women have a relative disadvantage in 43 countries.
A new study found elevated mortality patterns among late-Gen X (38-45 year-olds) and early-Gen Y (27-37 year-olds), with non-Hispanic whites being disproportionately affected. The study suggests that economic difficulties during the Great Recession may have contributed to increased health impacts on these age groups.
A new study published in The Leadership Quarterly challenges the 'glass cliff' phenomenon, which suggests women are more likely to be appointed to precarious management positions. However, the research found no evidence of a 'glass cliff', but rather a persistent 'glass ceiling' that prevents women from advancing to leadership position...
A new study found consistent bias against women and girls in contexts that emphasize intellectual ability, including job referrals and team games. Despite equal achievements in academia and the workplace, women and girls still face biased treatment in intellectually demanding fields.
A nationwide Danish study found a significant increase in postoperative infections, pneumonia, and community-based antibiotics after hip fracture surgery between 2005 and 2016. The risk of hospital-treated infections increased by 32% and pneumonia by 70%, with higher risks among elderly patients.
A new study finds that young black gay men are 16 times more likely to have an HIV infection than their white peers, despite engaging in fewer risk behaviors. The study highlights the importance of understanding social networks and access to medical care for addressing these disparities.
A CU Anschutz study found that female academic hospitalists face inadequate paid parental leave, difficulty with breastfeeding support and diminished career opportunities. The study calls for more generous paid leave policies to attract and retain women in the profession.
A study by Elena Greguletz, Marjo-Riitta Diehl, and Karin Kreutzer found that women's tendency to harbour moral concerns about 'exploiting' social ties causes them to under-benefit from networking activities. Women also tend to underestimate and poorly demonstrate their own contributions in a professional context.
A Rutgers-led study found that women invest more in daughters and men in sons, regardless of their socioeconomic status. This bias may have implications for rising income inequality and social mobility.
A new study from NTNU and Harvard University reveals that young men who strive for an unattainable muscular body are at risk of depression, weekend binge drinking, and disordered eating. The study also shows that over one-third of young men have been on a diet in the past year, unrelated to obesity.
Rhesus monkeys' brain neurons in the orbitofrontal cortex differentiate between faces and nonfaces before recognizing emotional content and social categories. The specialized neurons are unaffected by auditory cues or learned rewards associated with faces.
A new study at the American Academy of Pediatrics conference found that protagonists in superhero films engage in more violent acts than their villainous counterparts. The research analyzed 10 films and classified characters as either hero or villain, with protagonists averaging 23 violent acts per hour compared to 18 for villains.
A comprehensive Australian study examined the global impact of suicide prevention approaches in young people and found that youth-specific interventions can be effective in reducing self-harm and suicidal thinking. The study highlights the importance of investing in evidence-based interventions and identifying gaps in current approaches.
A study by Queen Mary University of London reveals that countries with higher levels of gender inequality have a disproportionate number of female child deaths. Girls in these societies face unequal access to healthcare and are more likely to be at risk of mortality due to their sex.
A new study found that older individuals, Republicans, and males are more likely to oppose the BLM movement. In contrast, Blacks and those who perceive racial bias against them are less likely to oppose it. The study also revealed a link between opposition to BLM and red states with lower voting patterns for Mitt Romney in 2012.
A new study suggests that more equal women's opportunities and resources lead to distinct differences in preferences between men and women. The research, based on survey data from 76 countries, found a stronger differentiation in preferences in more developed and gender-equal counties.
The 11th World Stroke Congress brought together leading international experts to discuss various aspects of stroke care. A Canadian study found that while access to stroke rehabilitation improved, provincial and regional differences persist, with bed capacity hindering prompt access. Another study analyzed gender differences in accessi...
A new Australian study found that young men who conform to traditional definitions of manhood, dubbed 'the man box,' are more likely to experience poor mental health, engage in binge drinking and traffic accidents, and be involved in physical bullying and violence. The study suggests that promoting positive alternatives to the Man Box ...
A new study published in the Journal of Applied Psychology finds that psychopathic tendencies can help men rise through management ranks, but have a negative impact on women's leadership prospects. The researchers suggest that this double standard may be due to societal expectations and gender norms.
A new study suggests that higher mindfulness may lower stress and the impact of menopause-related symptoms such as hot flashes in midlife women. The study, presented at The North American Menopause Society Annual Meeting, found a correlation between higher mindfulness and lower menopause symptom scores, as well as lower stress scores.
New research identified a common way to define absenteeism and classified youth's attendance based on degree. Programs for youth with the highest rates of absenteeism were more successful than those for youth with fewer absences.
The analysis found that girls and boys perform similarly in STEM subjects, with the top 10% of a class containing equal numbers of girls and boys. Girls' lower variability in academic grades may be due to stereotypical societal beliefs about what fields they are seen to be successful in, as well as subconscious biases.
A new study published by the American Heart Association found that adhering to a Mediterranean-style diet can reduce the risk of stroke in women over 40. The researchers discovered that this benefit is especially pronounced among women who follow a Mediterranean diet, with a 22% reduced risk compared to those who do not.
A recent study found that women veterans with chronic musculoskeletal pain are more likely to use complementary and integrative health (CIH) therapies, such as meditation, yoga, and acupuncture. The study, which analyzed data from nearly 500,000 men and women veterans, showed that rates of CIH use varied by race/ethnicity and age, with...
A systematic review found that middle-aged drinkers with no drinking problem have minor or non-existent health concerns about their drinking behavior. Factors such as respectability, gender, and social influences play a significant role in shaping their attitudes towards drinking.
A study using machine learning analyzed over 2,500 participants to rank determinants of future affluence. Occupation and education were the best predictors, followed by location, gender, and surprisingly, delay discounting, a person's ability to wait for rewards.
New research from Florida State University reveals troubling disadvantages against women in business, including bias and unequal treatment in the stock market. Women CEOs are paid less, have shorter tenures, and their companies experience worse stock performance despite being equally profitable as those run by men.
A study by the University of Adelaide found that companies with a balanced mix of men and women on their boards experience significantly fewer environmental lawsuits. This suggests that female directors contribute to reducing corporate environmental litigation, with a saving of up to $3.1 million per lawsuit.
By 24 months old, children demonstrate awareness that their behavior can be positively or negatively evaluated by others. The study found that even young toddlers are attuned to the judgments of others and adjust their behavior accordingly.
A recent UBC study reveals that men assign less importance to care-oriented careers than women, possibly due to internalized values. The research found that men tend to devalue HEED careers and have lower communal values than women.
A study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology found that a healthy diet high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can promote healthy cellular aging in women. The researchers used telomere length as a measure of cellular aging and found that higher diet quality indices were associated with longer telomeres.
A study analyzed 50 top-grossing US films and found that women are now more often cast as characters holding positions of power. Despite this improvement, women are still under-represented on screen. The researchers also found that female lead characters were more likely to hold high-ranking positions and display physical aggression.
A new study by Cornell University researchers will analyze how voters' views on issues like race, immigration, and gender influence the 2018 midterm elections. The survey will track nearly 1,400 likely voters across three waves, allowing for a nuanced understanding of shifting attitudes leading up to the elections.
A new study published in the Journals of Gerontology, Series B, found that men respond to their spouse's illness just as much as women do and are better caregivers in later life. The research reveals similar levels of care given by male and female caregivers when a spouse is severely ill.
A new study by researchers at the University at Buffalo School of Management found that men are still more likely than women to emerge as leaders, despite a narrowing of the gender gap in recent decades. The study attributed this persistence to societal pressures and unconscious biases against communal traits.
Researchers found that people from Nordic countries, North America, Australia, and New Zealand have the best spatial navigational abilities. Spatial navigation ability declines steadily across adulthood, but is also influenced by country wealth and gender equality.
A 19-year review of nearly 582,000 heart attack cases reveals that female patients have a significantly higher survival rate when treated by women doctors. The study's findings also suggest that male doctors with more female colleagues in the ER can improve survival rates for female patients.
A new study found that female patients treated by male physicians had lower survival rates compared to those treated by female physicians. Increasing the presence of female physicians in emergency departments may improve outcomes for these patients.
A new study published in Springer's journal Sex Roles found that women who make hateful remarks on social media are more likely to be flagged and judged severely. Women's reactions to hate speech are also less accepted than those made by men, highlighting the need for online moderators to be sensitive to gender stereotypes.
A new study found that men's reports of lifetime sexual partners are skewed by extreme numbers and estimating rather than counting, contributing to the notorious 'gender gap'. Adjusting for attitudes towards casual sex and excluding paid-for partners narrowed the gap.
A recent study analyzed 34,770 NIH research grantees and found that women who obtain NIH funding stay in the workforce longer, but are less successful at receiving funding for project renewals. The findings suggest a need to encourage women to enter academia and support continued grant submissions.
A study by the NIH found that teenage drivers are eight times more likely to be involved in a collision or near miss during their first three months of independent driving. During this period, teens also exhibit four times more risky behaviors, such as rapid acceleration and hard turns.
A new study by Cornell University psychologists found that men are more likely to be referred to by their last name only, leading to increased recognition and career benefits. The research suggests that this subtle difference in naming can contribute to gender inequality.
Researchers found that maximal running shoes increase impact peak and loading rate in female runners, associated with higher injury risks like plantar fasciitis and tibial stress fractures. Maximal shoes feature increased cushioning, but this may lead runners to rely more on the shoe rather than their own internal structures.
A study by Arizona State University found that gender bias influences how people perceive an attorney's effectiveness when delivering a closing argument, particularly for women. The research suggests that showing traditionally male characteristics in court can lead to negative perceptions of female attorneys.
Researchers found that individuals are more than twice as likely to use surnames when referring to male versus female professionals. In multiple experiments involving nearly 500 participants each, scientists who were referred to by surname were perceived as more famous and deserving of career awards.
Researchers found that ASMR users had significantly reduced heart rates while watching ASMR videos compared to non-users. They also experienced increased positive emotions, relaxation, and social connection.
Researchers developed a metric called the Facebook Gender Divide based on aggregate statistics from 1.5 billion users across 217 countries. The study found that countries with lower Facebook Gender Divide are rapidly approaching economic gender equality.
A new study from the University of Washington found that consistent hours, regardless of time of day, can give families flexibility and in some cases, improve children's behavior. The study examined two-parent households with one parent working nonstandard shifts and found that rotating or split shifts were associated with more behavio...
A new study published in the Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization found that corruption is lower in countries where a greater share of parliamentarians are women. The likelihood of having to bribe is also lower in regions with a greater representation of women in local-level politics.
A nationwide study found that people with religious affiliations lived nearly four years longer than those with no ties to religion. The boost was attributed to various factors, including volunteerism, social organization involvement, and stress-reducing practices such as gratitude, prayer, or meditation.
A new study reveals that testosterone regulates the levels of protein BAFF, which affects B cell production in the spleen. This link has significant implications for understanding and treating autoimmune diseases like lupus.
A new Yale study analyzes the changing use of Title IX from 1994 to 2014, revealing that complaints citing discrimination in academics are the most common type filed, while athletics complaints are the least. The study also shows that private schools with high selectivity rates face higher numbers of specific kinds of complaints.
A study found that smaller societies with female leadership have higher female representation, but still lag behind male representation, indicating a need for constitutional commitments to equality. Academic societies can promote gender equity through supporting female leadership and making an outward commitment of equality.