After examining the normal neuronal activity in the brain of healthy individuals, Australian scientists were able to identify a specifically regulated process that when hampered, may lead to schizophrenia. Published in the international journal Molecular Psychiatry, a study by the University of Queensland found that such neuronal process involves a specif
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Sun is shining, are you ready for the summer? If you’re like most people, you must be looking forward to that one summer day when you can go to the beach with family and friends, or with your special someone, and wear your sexiest outfit! But if you don’t think your body isn’t at is best shape yet, don’t frown. Here are some tips to p
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Facial hair in men often helps a woman decide who’s more handsome, suggests a study by the University of New South Wales. Researchers at the Evolution and Ecology Research Centre in the University invited 10 male models and took photographs of them to show their facial features when they had light stubble, heavy stubble and a full beard. Their photo
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Most people, if not all, want to have a partner for life. Humans are social beings. Meaning, the desire to find someone to be with is hardwired in our brains. Our being ‘sociable’ is a result of the human evolution. Back in the Stone Age, loners don’t make it through their enemies. They need someone they can depend on, day and night. Having
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Heart disease is one of the leading causes of mortality in the world. According to the British Heart Foundation, cardiovascular disease (CD) is the main cause of death in England. In 2010, there were 147,000 deaths due to CD, which constitute nearly a third of all deaths. In Australia, ischaemic heart disease has been the major cause of death since 2000 alth
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Natural calamities, accidents and man-made catastrophes often leave lasting changes on the lives of the sufferers. Unknowingly, these people tend to pass their personal trauma to their children, and to their children’s children. What is Trauma? Trauma refers to the body’s response to serious injury or threat, and is often used to describe bot
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Feeling blue? Stressed? Tired? Whilst heading out to the pub for a drink or two might sound like a great idea, it isn’t going to give you long-term relief from your everyday stressors.Whether you’re simply looking to unwind, or wanting to improve your health,practising yoga may just be the thing. The world has long appreciated the healing wond
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Childhood adversity, which is defined as childhood maltreatment, domestic violence, or living with a household member who has mental illness, can have sizable impact on health and well-being and may lead to chronic health problems later in life, such as depression, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and substance abuse. In a paper published today in the onl
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A slice of chocolate cake, a large bag of crisps, and microwave heated pizza – staying up late makes your body want to eat high-calorie foods that leads to weight gain. So if you’re looking to shed some fats, learn how to control your circadian rhythm, a new study suggests. Midnight snacking is a common routine of many. But according to
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When it comes to mental illness, most people tend to say the meanest things, even if they don’t really ‘mean’ it. Whilst it may sound casual and neutral, a single statement could deeply a hurt a person who has mental illness. Even caregivers and healthcare providers can be insensitive sometimes. Effectively dealing with a person who has
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