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Men are more prone to competitive risk taking and violent behavior, so what happens when the number of men is greater than the number of women in a population?   According to research by Florida State University Professor of Psychology…

Everyone approaches romantic relationships differently. On one end of the spectrum are people who crave closeness so much, they may come across as "clingy." On the other end are those who value their independence so deeply that they avoid…

Credit: UBC Psychology The scent of a romantic partner can improve sleep, suggests new psychology research from the University of British Columbia. The researchers found that study participants who were exposed to their partner's scent…

Mothers more likely to breastfeed, less likely to engage in harmful health behaviors CHICAGO --- Paternal involvement can have positive health impacts for a mother and her baby, according to a new study by Northwestern Medicine and the…

An Australian study examining the relationship between flexibility and parent health has revealed formal family-friendly workplace provisions alone are not meeting the demands of working mothers and fathers. The La Trobe University…

Novel gene therapy approach to prostate cancer already seeing results in clinical trial and may have impact on other solid tumor cancersCredit: University of Pennsylvania A scientific team is developing a new CAR T-cell gene…

Some forms of domestic violence double victims' risk of depression and anxiety disorders later in life, according to University of Queensland research Some forms of domestic violence double victims' risk of depression and anxiety disorders…

Credit: NTU Singapore A study of families in Singapore with terminally ill children found that parents tend to defer discussing their psychological pain with their spouses to protect them from emotional distress. The study,…

Credit: Indiana University BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -- Romantic partners aren't always honest about money in their relationships, but when does hiding purchases, debt and savings constitute "financial infidelity"? Research by professors…

Depression symptoms rise over time when facing multiple conditions that need different types of self-care, especially among husbands whose conditions differ from their wives' When they said their wedding vows, many of them promised to…

A new analysis from the Texas Tech University Department of Psychological Sciences shows three different, equally prevalent purposes behind sexually based messages Let's talk about sext. Sexting is extremely common among adults - but…

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- As it becomes more common for women to be the breadwinner of their family, men's health may be affected depending on their views on gender ideology, according to Penn State researchers. The researchers found that…

Women who spend longer periods of their early lives in less affluent neighbourhoods are at greater risk of experiencing violence during their early adulthoods at the hands of their intimate partners, finds a new study published in…

Many young women face high risk of unintended pregnancy due to high cost of contraceptive methods Young, low-income women in Canada are less likely to use more effective methods of birth control like the pill, and more likely to use no…

Moms have a more positive influence, study finds COLUMBUS, Ohio - Some adults see their mothers and fathers as still influencing their own health - but in very different ways, according to a new study. In interviews with 45 married…

It turns out being Sugar Daddy isn't a one-size-fits-all gig. While it occasionally lives up to the stereotype of a wealthy, middle-aged man lavishing gifts and money on a young woman in return for her companionship, there's more to…

Domestic violence expert publishes research about impact of educational sabotageCredit: University of Texas at Arlington A study published in the journal Violence Against Women by a domestic violence expert at The University of…

Dads are often happier, less stressed and less tired than moms when taking care of kids, and researchers say these differences may come down to how and when childcare activities are split between parents. In a study led by Penn State,…

New study suggests diversity messaging is not filtering down to frontline staff LGBT+ women face barriers when accessing healthcare, according to a review published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.…

One of the top qualities that we look for in a long-term partner is kindness, according to new research by Swansea University. One of the top qualities that we look for in a long-term partner is kindness, according to new research by…