Articles tagged with Gender Studies
A new Scripps Health study aims to fill the knowledge gap on idiopathic human diseases by using whole genome sequencing to determine their causes. The study, dubbed IDIOM, will include up to six participants and collaborate with other medical centers to share key findings.
A recent study suggests that women's hearts are more prone to damage from small blood vessels rather than major arteries, leading to misdiagnosis and adverse events. Researchers are working to develop new diagnostic methods and treatments tailored to female heart disease patterns.
A new study from the University of California at Merced found that adolescent girls with obesity have a significantly higher risk of developing elevated systolic blood pressure than their non-obese peers. Obesity was not as strongly linked to high blood pressure in boys, who were still more likely to develop it but to a lesser extent.
A study of 300 post-menopausal women found that obesity was associated with improved cognitive performance, particularly in memory and language tasks. The researchers propose that estrogen released from fat cells may play a protective role in preserving cognition.
This study examines how immigrant domestic workers are transforming childcare methods, moving away from intense motherhood towards shared motherhood. The research highlights the need for policymakers to adapt family and gender equality policies to accommodate diverse forms of motherhood.
A UCLA study found that hysterectomized women have higher brain iron levels than non-hysterectomized women, comparable to men. This may explain why men develop age-related neurodegenerative diseases earlier than women. The research suggests that reducing peripheral iron levels could lower disease risk and improve brain health.
A recent study published in the American Sociological Review found that adolescents are more susceptible to drinking habits of their romantic partner's friends than their own friends or significant others. This influence can be either positive or negative, depending on whether the partner's friends drink heavily.
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University found that African-American women develop functional health challenges earlier than others, with a faster rate of reported physical limitations. This disparity is linked to intersectional factors such as gender, race/ethnicity, education, and socioeconomic status.
A study by Concordia University and the University of Manitoba found that most boys aspire to have an average physique rather than an idealized, lean, or muscular body. The research suggests that boys are critical of unrealistic beauty standards and view sculpted bodies as unnatural.
A review of 31 studies found that people born after World War II are more likely to binge drink and develop alcohol use disorders. The gender gap in alcohol problems is narrowing in many countries, highlighting the need for specific public health prevention and intervention efforts.
Research finds racial differences in head and neck cancer disparities can be traced to access to care barriers, including insurance and socioeconomic factors. African Americans are more likely to receive radiation therapy and have worse five-year survival rates than Caucasians.
A study from Henry Ford Health found that HPV-positive laryngeal cancer patients have better survival rates and respond better to treatment than those without HPV. The research suggests a link between HPV infection, age, and changes in sexual behavior with younger generations.
Research finds that women are less likely than men to use suicide methods that disfigure the face or head. Men are nearly twice as likely as women to have used such methods, suggesting a potential gap in understanding and prevention strategies for gender-specific risk factors.
A study of 30,077 STEMI patients found that the gender gap in treatment and mortality has not diminished over two time periods. Adherence to guidelines needs to be increased for women with STEMI to improve prognosis.
A study by Indiana University and Cornell University reveals that overworking is partly responsible for the slowdown in narrowing the gender wage gap. Women face more family obligations, limiting their availability for high-demand occupations, which often require long work hours.
Research suggests working moms who expect they can't do it all are more likely to experience depression, while those with a balanced view show fewer symptoms. Working mothers who express supermom attitudes that work and home lives can be blended without tradeoffs have higher levels of depression.
A new study published by the American Psychological Association found significant sex differences in mental illness prevalence, with women more likely to develop anxiety and depression. Men, on the other hand, are more prone to substance abuse and antisocial disorders. The study's findings suggest that treatment approaches for men and ...
Research by University at Buffalo professor Lora Park found that women who prioritize romantic goals over academic pursuits exhibit less interest in STEM fields. Women's socialization to be romantically desirable conflicts with traditional masculine scripts for intelligence and achievement, leading to decreased math and science interests.
A study from North Carolina State University reveals that work experience primarily benefits men in finding new jobs through social connections. Women, despite having work experience, do not reap the same social benefits and are no more likely to find a job through informal recruitment than formal searches.
A study published in PLOS Genetics found that there are significant differences in metabolites between men and women, which may lead to the development of gender-specific treatments for certain diseases. The researchers used metabolomics and genetic data to identify key biomarkers, paving the way for new therapeutic approaches.
Research by Christine Cheng and Margit Tavits found that the gender of party gatekeepers plays a crucial role in selecting female candidates for political office. Women are more likely to be nominated when local party presidents are also women, as this sends an encouraging signal to potential female candidates.
Researchers found that playing videogames allows people to try on different identities, reducing negative emotions and increasing motivation. The study suggests that games enable players to act as their ideal selves, leading to improved self-esteem and enjoyment.
A new UT Dallas study is investigating whether a rise in female executives spurs greater gender diversity across all company ranks. Researchers are looking at the 'trickle-down effect' of women breaking through into executive roles and joining boards, with hopes to inform management strategies for expanding women's roles.
Researchers found that women are more likely to survive after gastrointestinal surgeries than men, particularly those before menopause. Female patients had lower mortality rates in various procedures, suggesting that female hormones may enhance the immune system.
A clinically extensive study of 1000 families with one autistic child and one unaffected sibling validated the importance of spontaneous causal mutations in autism. The study estimates a minimum of 250 to 300 locations in the human genome where gene copy number variation can give rise to autism spectrum disorder.
The right ventricle's size and pumping ability vary by age, gender, and ethnicity, with older adults having smaller but stronger hearts. The study found that men have larger right ventricles than women, while African-Americans have smaller ones compared to Caucasians.
A national survey of nearly 4,000 Americans found that obesity is associated with better health-related quality of life for black men and worse outcomes for black women. The study, published in Quality of Life Research, used comprehensive telephone interviews to assess cognition, vision, speech, hearing, physical activity, pain, mobili...
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis are two times more likely to develop chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) compared to healthy controls. The study controlling for risk factors like smoking and obesity found a significant association, suggesting a link between the two conditions
A study of 1,030 patients with celiac disease found they were 4.5 times more likely to develop osteoporosis compared to healthy individuals. The bone mineral density loss was significantly pronounced in the lumbar spine but not the femoral neck.
A study by University of Nottingham researchers found that female drink-driving offenders are more likely to be older, better-educated, and separated or divorced. Rehabilitation programmes for women can intensify feelings of guilt and shame, leading to reoffending.
A study involving 257 children aged 9-15 found that excessive gaming device use leads to increased wrist and finger pain. The length of time spent playing heightened the pain suffered, with each additional hour increasing the odds of reporting pain.
Researchers studied chiropractic manipulation and found that maximum chest compression during typical manipulations is unlikely to result in injury. The study's findings suggest safer manipulation procedures and reduced risk of adverse patient outcomes.
Researchers from Case Western Reserve University are rethinking participation criteria in biomedical studies to make them more inclusive of people with disabilities. They argue that excluding people with disabilities from research can lead to missing crucial scientific evidence and health-related differences.
A study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine found that obese male patients seeing male physicians had higher odds of receiving weight-related counseling. This suggests that societal norms linking physical fitness to masculinity may influence physicians' attitudes towards obesity care. The findings highlight the imp...
Researchers found three distinct gut types, each associated with unique microbial genetic markers. These markers may help diagnose diseases like colo-rectal cancer and predict treatment outcomes.
A study found that TV viewers who relied on television for companionship felt the most distressed when their favorite shows temporarily went off the air during the 2007-08 writers' strike. The study also showed that women were more likely to cope with this distress by engaging in social activities.
A University of Missouri researcher found that people who overuse credit believe products have unrealistic properties, leading to unfulfilled expectations. The study recommends revising financial literacy programs to help consumers recognize the limitations of material purchases.
A multicenter study found that older adults at risk for stroke have increased risk of verbal fluency decline and difficulty ignoring irrelevant information. The research suggests treating stroke risk factors may decrease executive function decline in otherwise healthy patients.
Researchers found that those who think it's warmer than usual are more likely to believe in and feel concern about global warming. The study suggests that weather may have influenced recent declining faith in climate science, but the results may vary depending on the poll.
A study published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons found a 22% relative increase in women among USMG applicants to general surgery programs, with a corresponding 40% increase in those entering training. This trend aligns with increasing equal gender enrollment of medical students.
A Michigan State University study found that women who view sexual harassment as merely bothersome do not experience distress, unlike those who see it as frightening. For men, however, sexual harassment is distressing regardless of perception. The research surveyed over 6,000 women and men in the military.
A new study published in Epilepsia found that children with epilepsy are at increased risk of developing behavioral and psychiatric problems. The study showed that girls were more likely to experience emotional problems, while boys had more hyperactivity/inattention issues and peer relationship problems.
A new study suggests that parental monitoring of an opposite-gender child may decrease problem drinking in young adults. The level of monitoring is linked to parenting style, with authoritative parents doing a better job of monitoring their children. This indirect buffering effect can reduce impulsiveness and alcohol-related problems.
Researchers compared aging patterns of seven species of wild primates with humans, finding that human aging rates fall within the primate continuum. The study also confirms the mortality gap between males and females is narrowest for the least aggressive species.
Women experience higher levels of psychological distress when contacted frequently by supervisors, coworkers, or clients about work-related matters. Guilt plays a significant role in distinguishing women's work-family experiences from men's.
A survey of over 2,000 US and 1,000 UK doctors found that one in five have experienced incompetent colleagues and nearly three-quarters have sounded the alarm. However, many doctors fear retribution for reporting poor performance.
A recent study by St. Michael's Hospital found a significant gap in drinking patterns between men and women living in low-income neighborhoods. Men in these areas consume nearly four times as many drinks per week as women, while there is little difference in drinking habits among women regardless of neighborhood type.
A retrospective study found three-year catheter survival rates of over 91% for patients with end-stage renal disease who underwent peritoneal dialysis. Non-infectious complications, such as obstruction and trauma, were significantly associated with catheter failure.
A study of 360 patients found that those with chest pain and serious family health problems want to participate in treatment decisions. Women patients generally have higher expectations for listening and information from their female doctor than men, particularly when it comes to managing family health issues.
A study by Michigan State University found that employees who fake smile for customer interactions worsen their mood and withdraw from work. In contrast, those who cultivate positive thoughts improve their mood and withdraw less. The study also showed gender differences, with women being more affected by fake smiling.
A study by the University of Michigan Cardiovascular Center found that being a woman does not necessarily increase the risk of dying from treatment for a severe heart attack. However, women tend to be older and sicker at the time of treatment, leading to higher mortality rates.
A new study found that intoxication increases feelings of sleepiness while disrupting actual sleep measures in healthy women more than in healthy men. Women objectively had fewer hours of sleep, woke more frequently, and experienced more disrupted sleep than men.
A recent study found that couples who are educated to degree level, have no children, and have been together for less than five years tend to be the happiest. Factors such as age, gender, and employment status also play a significant role in determining relationship happiness.
A recent study published in the Journal of Internal Medicine found that lifestyle factors such as not smoking, moderate coffee consumption, and good socio-economic status have a significant impact on life expectancy. The study, which followed men born in 1913, showed that these factors can increase the chances of reaching age 90 by up ...
Researchers found women with PAD lose ability to walk short distances and climb stairs sooner than men, despite having less calf muscle. Women are more likely to develop a mobility disability compared to men.
A recent study published in Psychological Science found that people's perceptions of gender are influenced by their sense of touch. When touched by a hard object, individuals were more likely to categorize neutral faces as male, while soft textures led them to perceive these same faces as female.
The International Osteoporosis Foundation has presented its Young Investigators Awards to researchers from China, India, Japan, Sri Lanka, and Taiwan, highlighting the need for osteoporosis awareness in the region. The awards recognize outstanding research on hip fractures, falls, and vitamin D deficiency, promoting education, innovati...
A new study by researchers at Duke University reveals that Mexican American men and women have different experiences with the US healthcare system, with men facing greater challenges as they age. Women, particularly those more recently arrived in the US, report poorer health due to their increased interactions with healthcare providers.
Researchers at Indiana University found that using lubricant during sex significantly increases women's ratings of sexual pleasure and satisfaction. The study also showed that water-based lubricants are associated with lower rates of genital pain and fewer genital symptoms overall.
A recent study found that individuals in high-powered jobs that don't align with their gender are more likely to be judged less competently and face greater scrutiny for mistakes. This phenomenon, known as the glass cliff, can hinder women's career advancement in traditionally male roles.