Articles tagged with Siblings
A Swedish study reveals that one in five doctors has at least one parent who is also a trained medical professional. The finding suggests that the profession may be increasingly hereditary, which could impact patient outcomes and the diversity of the healthcare workforce.
Astronomers at the University of Vienna used machine learning to trace groups of stars born together and found thousands of sibling stars surrounding well-known cores of star clusters. The discovery reveals that star clusters are enclosed in rich halos, or coronae, more than 10 times larger than previously thought.
A study published in PLOS ONE found that about 1/3 of young women in 43 LMIC have lost at least one sibling before the age of 25. Sibling loss was relatively more common in countries affected by conflict and war, while bereaved respondents in many studied countries still had a comparable number of remaining living siblings.
A new study published in the journal Addiction found that moderate cannabis use during adolescence can have adverse effects on cognitive function, especially verbal memory. The study compared siblings to account for environmental and genetic factors, shedding light on the potential risks of cannabis use on developing brains.
The study found that siblings of infants who died suddenly and unexpectedly are at a 10-fold increased risk of suffering a similar death, with rates nearly 4 times higher than the general population. Modifiable risk factors for SUDI include smoking, mental health issues, unsafe sleeping, and child abuse/neglect.
A University of Colorado Cancer Center study shows cord blood transplants to be comparable to matched sibling donors in terms of survival outcomes, with significantly fewer complications due to chronic graft-versus-host disease. Cord blood patients also experienced a lower rate of relapse in certain populations.
A new study provides a population-wide estimate of autism risk for children whose parents have a sibling with autism. The research found that roughly 3 to 5% of children with an aunt or uncle with ASD also have ASD, compared to about 1.5% in the general population.
A new study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry finds that children's rearing environment has a significant impact on their risk for major depression later in life. Adopted children showed lower risk of depression, regardless of their biological parents' mental health status.
Researchers found that infants with insecure-resistant attachment to parents are more than nine times more likely to receive an ASD diagnosis by age 3. Early recognition of this attachment pattern could lead to interventions to help infants form more secure social relationships.
Scientists have identified several genes that may be involved in the development of diabetic kidney disease. By analysing Finnish samples with diabetes, researchers found connections between specific proteins and the condition. The study's findings suggest new potential targets for treating diabetic kidney disease.
A Swedish study found that infants born to mothers who smoked during early pregnancy have a small increased risk of fractures before age 1. However, the association disappears after age 5, suggesting smoking has only short-term effects on bone health. The study followed over 1.6 million offspring from birth to young adulthood.
Researchers examined sibling rivalry and cooperation in burying beetles, finding that full parental care leads to competition while no parental care fosters cooperation. The study suggests a link between parental care and the evolution of these behaviors.
A new study finds that relationships between children and their siblings with intellectual disabilities are more positive than those between typically developing siblings. Children with siblings with intellectual disabilities scored higher on empathy, teaching, and closeness, while scoring lower on conflict and rivalry.
A new study by University of Alberta ecologists reveals that male squirrels who move outside their population live longer and have more offspring. In contrast, female squirrels do not reap the same benefits, losing out on family support and facing fitness costs after dispersal.
A new study found that genetic testing in infant siblings of children with autism can predict future diagnoses, allowing for earlier interventions. The study identified copy number variations linked to ASD in 7% of the tested siblings.
Researchers from Germany analyzed data from over 500 people and found that both only children and those with siblings hold similar views on narcissism. The study's findings suggest that growing up without siblings is not associated with increased narcissism, challenging a common stereotype.
A new UBC psychology study found that biological siblings of people with gambling disorder exhibit markers of increased impulsivity and risk-taking. The research suggests people with gambling disorder may have pre-existing genetic vulnerabilities to the illness.
Researchers at the University of Warwick found that children who were bullied by siblings and peers had a higher risk of depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and self-harm in adulthood. Sibling bullying was particularly associated with increased odds of developing clinical depression and considering suicide.
A new study published in eLife shows that children inherit a varying number of genetic mutations from their parents, with older fathers passing on more mutations to their offspring. The study analyzed data from 603 individuals from 33 three-generation families and found significant variability in mutation rates among families.
A new study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden reveals that children with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) are at a higher risk of developing psychiatric disorders. The study found that approximately 17% of children with IBD were given a psychiatric diagnosis, compared to 12% of healthy children and 10% of siblings.
A Swedish study found that children with early onset inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have a higher risk of developing psychiatric disorders and attempting suicide compared to the general population. The study analyzed data from national registers and controlled for various factors.
New data from the largest population study to date reveal that having a family member with blood cancer significantly raises an individual's risk of diagnosis. The study found increased risks for certain hematologic malignancies, with the highest relative risks observed in specific subtypes of Hodgkin lymphoma and mantle cell lymphoma.
A new study found that children with Autism are more likely to be bullied by siblings and peers, leading to no respite from victimization. The researchers also discovered that children with Autism are more likely to engage in both victimizing and perpetrator roles in sibling bullying.
Researchers found that Magellanic penguin parents divide food equally among their offspring, regardless of age or size. This unusual behavior was observed in nests with two chicks, who received the same amount of food despite being 22% apart in weight.
A Swedish study involving over 500,000 siblings found that lower birth weight was associated with a small but significant increased risk for several psychiatric disorders, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and depression. After controlling for family-related factors, the study fo...
A new study published in The Lancet found that medically assisted reproduction does not increase the risk of preterm birth and low birth weight. Couples can now consider fertility treatment without worrying about harming their baby.
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet analyzed 3.8 million live-born children and found that approximately 1 out of 105 children with severe growth restriction died before age 18, compared to 1 in 202 for moderate growth restriction and 1 in 289 for normal development.
A study found that parents spend more time talking to children about the mechanics of using their mobile devices than what they watch and download. Children are also exposed to multiple media sources at once, and older siblings play a bigger role in mediation for younger siblings.
Later-born siblings of children with ASD or ADHD are at higher risk for developing the same conditions. The study found that families with a child diagnosed with ASD have a 30 times higher chance of their younger sibling being diagnosed with ASD, while those with a child diagnosed with ADHD have a 13 times higher chance.
Later-born siblings of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are at higher risk of developing the same disorder. The study analyzed data from over 15,000 siblings and found that those born after an older child with ASD or ADHD were more likely to be diagnosed with either condition.
A study of 2,346 sibling pairs found no association between general anesthesia and adverse child development outcomes. The research accounted for biological and environmental factors, but the results may not be generalizable to children with lengthy or repeat procedures.
A stress-related disorder was associated with an increased risk of developing autoimmune disease in a Swedish study involving over 106,000 patients. The study found that individuals with stress-related disorders were more likely to develop conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis.
A 15-year study found that siblings' warmth and perceived parental treatment influenced their education levels, with warmer siblings more likely to achieve similar education. The researchers suggest that family experiences beyond school can impact academic achievement.
A recent study presented at EULAR 2018 reveals an increased risk of acute coronary syndrome in siblings of individuals with rheumatoid arthritis. The findings show a significant association between RA and ACS, suggesting shared susceptibility between the two diseases.
Infants who develop autism react more strongly to sudden changes in light at 9-10 months old, according to a new study. The findings support the role of sensory processing in autism development and provide insights into early detection.
A longitudinal study found that siblings' experiences in middle childhood, including warmth, father-child interaction, and perceptions of fairness, predicted differences in their college graduation status. The study highlights the importance of parents' involvement and treatment in shaping their children's educational outcomes.
A study of over 3,700 children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and 592,000 without ASD found that those with ASD and their younger siblings had lower vaccination rates. The research suggests a possible association between ASD diagnosis and undervaccination.
Children bullied by siblings are up to three times more likely to develop psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia in early adulthood. The study found that those involved in frequent sibling bullying are at increased risk of developing a psychotic disorder.
A recent study suggests that fewer than half of parents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities have made long-term care plans. This leaves family members facing a crisis when the parent or primary caregiver is no longer able to provide care, potentially leading to institutionalization.
Research by Kieron Barclay and Mikko Myrskylä found that birth order differences in university subject choice explain half of the gap in siblings' long-term earnings. Later-borns tend to pursue less prestigious subjects like arts, journalism, and teaching.
A new study by Alex Jensen reveals that younger siblings experience a stronger impact from family favoritism compared to older siblings. The research found that when children perceive favoritism, their relationship with parents is strengthened if they feel like the favorite and the parents agree, but weakened if they don't.
A new Iowa State University study found that midlife depression is associated with tension in relationships with mothers and siblings, similar to those with spouses. The research also shows a stronger predictor of depression for daughters than sons, highlighting the importance of considering whole family dynamics.
A review of studies suggests infants with autism siblings have less advanced linguistic and motor skills, detectable from 12 months. Differences in language skills were larger than those in motor skills until they were 3 years old.
A new mathematical method identifies ancient genetic variations contributing to autism spectrum disorder, suggesting a small effect of each variant. The approach uses discordant siblings to find a clear signal of these shared variants, which are common among individuals with autism in both affected and unaffected populations.
Tadpoles are highly attracted to adult frogs and try to mount them to escape their siblings. The study's findings have implications for understanding begging behaviors in poison frogs and parent-offspring conflicts in amphibians.
A population-based study found associations between maternal smoking and severe mental illness in offspring, but weakened when considering family-related factors. The study analyzed nearly 1.7 million people born in Sweden, suggesting that environmental influences shared by siblings may be more important than causal teratogenic effects.
A study published in JAMA Pediatrics found that childhood bereavement due to a sibling's death was associated with a higher risk of death in both the short and long term. Nearly 8% of US children experience a sibling dying in childhood, with an increased risk of death from all causes observed across the follow-up period.
Researchers found infants in prams are exposed to higher levels of fine and ultrafine particulate matter during the morning drop-in hours compared to the afternoon drop-off hours. Bus stops and traffic lights pose significant risks to young children's health due to high concentrations of pollutants.
A new study from the University of Oxford found that cooperative breeding is driven by genetic bonds in family groups, rather than a survival strategy. Species with close familial ties are more likely to form cooperative groups and thrive in harsh environments.
A study by the University of Texas at Austin found that blacks are more likely to lose a parent during childhood and experience multiple family member deaths by mid-life. This trend is expected to have long-term damaging effects on black Americans' health.
Research from Oregon State University reveals that rockfish larvae stick together in sibling groups until they move to shallower water. The study sheds new light on how rockfish disperse and recruit in the ocean.
Chicks are less honest when begging for food in family groups with conflict, research by University of Oxford scientists found. Analysis of over 100 studies across 60 bird species showed that chicks exaggerate their need for food if parents are likely to breed again in the future.
A large study found no association between induced labor and increased risk of autism spectrum disorders in children. The research suggests that concern about autism risk should not factor into clinical decisions about inducing labor.
A recent study published in JAMA Pediatrics found no association between induced labor and autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) in offspring. The study analyzed Swedish birth registry data, comparing siblings discordant for labor induction, and found no increased risk of ASDs among offspring born via induced labor.
Having a first-degree relative hospitalized with confirmed staph infection significantly increases the risk for microbiologically confirmed Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia. The risk is higher if the infected patient is a sibling than a parent, according to researchers who analyzed data from Denmark.
Researchers found that Mormon communities' unique blend of education, mentorship, and economic support enables individuals with large families to achieve higher education levels. The study suggests that when community resources are in place, the traditional theory of resource dilution is mitigated.
Research suggests that children of older mothers are healthier, taller, and more educated than those born to younger mothers. Despite the risks associated with advanced maternal age, the benefits of delaying childbearing may outweigh these risks due to improvements in public health and social conditions over time.
A recent study by MGHfC found that positive attitudes tend to dominate within modern-day families who have members with Down syndrome. In fact, 87% of families reported feeling love for their family member and being proud of them, despite some small minorities reporting negative attitudes.
A Yale University study found that infant girls at risk for autism exhibit better social attention and observational skills than boys, which may help prevent or mitigate the severity of autism symptoms in high-risk females.
Research finds that repeated traumatic experiences during infancy and adolescence multiply the risk of psychosis by 7. Heavy cannabis use also significantly raises this risk, with a 6x multiplier. Neuroticism levels are associated with a 30% increased risk.