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Candy bars, cheese, hot dogs, and other high-calorie foods are twice as likely to distract us from a task than healthful foods, researchers find.

A new, cross-cultural study examines the effect that a woman living with her own or her husband’s mother may have on her fertility.

Though it is believed that attractive people face positive discrimination in the workplace, a new study shows there are cases wherein the opposite is true.

Is your glass always half empty? Do you expect negative outcomes? As a pessimist, you may have more advantages than you think. Read on to learn more.

Infertility can be a tough issue to deal with for either sex. Often, however, there is more advice around for women. Here, we focus on tips for men.

An exploratory study of 30 people found differences in the gut bacteria of those with PTSD compared with those who had recently experienced trauma.

A look at opponent process theory. Included is an overview, a look at its relation to addiction, how it works in a therapeutic or work setting, and more.

A new study has examined the brain activity and behavior of mothers in response to their infants’ crying. Common patterns were found across many cultures.

A look at anger, and why some people are prone to it. Included is detail on why people get angry, complications, and when it becomes a problem.

A look at autophobia, a condition characterized by a fear of being alone. Included is detail on other names for the condition and how it is caused.