PsycPORT: Psychology Newswire
After tragedy, kids show signs of growthSeptember 8, 2010, The Wall Street Journal
Research on children traumatized by disaster is revealing that some children have a surprising capacity not only to bounce back, but to grow stronger than before.
- A sharp mind may be beneficial to athletes
September 09, 2010, The Kansas City Star, Mo.Sept. 09--There are countless reasons why tennis stars Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal are so good. Most of them are physical, but one explanation for their success may be more about their mental prowess.
- Are women attracted to flamboyant male dancing?
September 09, 2010, Associated PressLONDON - John Travolta was onto something. Women are most attracted to male dancers who have big, flamboyant moves similar to the actor's trademark style, British scientists say in a new study.
- Report: Money can buy you happiness, to a point
September 07, 2010, Associated PressWASHINGTON - They say money can't buy happiness. They're wrong.
Other News Stories
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Determining brain age with a simple scan
September 9, 2010, NPRA new type of brain scan could help doctors identify children whose brains are not developing on schedule, and may eventually explain what goes wrong in the brains of children with autism.
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A single massage can boost the immune system
September 9, 2010, Chicago TribuneA single massage can produce measurable changes in the immune system and endocrine system of healthy adults, new research suggests.
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Insomnia, anxiety medications may shorten life span
September 9, 2010, MSNBCTaking medications to treat insomnia or anxiety may shorten some people's lives, according to the results of a 12-year study.
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Study identifies critical enzyme of the nervous system
September 9, 2010, U.S. News & World ReportA new study has identified a critical enzyme that keeps traffic flowing in the right direction in the nervous system, and the finding could eventually lead to new treatments for conditions such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.