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It’s no secret that men and women often think and behave differently due to evolutionary and societal influences. But new research from the University of Sydney suggests these factors also contribute to the likeliness of men to make more extreme decisions. Key Takeaways A recent study found that men are more likely than women to make extreme decisions.This could potentially be explained by a combination of evolutionary biology and societal norms....

Spoiler alert and trigger warning: This article contains spoilers for the new docuseries We Need to Talk About Cosby and references individuals convicted of sexual assault which might be upsetting to some readers. In Showtime’s insightful four-part docuseries We Need to Talk About Cosby, director W. Kamau Bell delves into the legacy of Bill Cosby, both as the beloved TV star of series like The Cosby Show and Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids and as the man who has been accused of sexual assault by dozens of women and found guilty for the offense in a court of law....

If you’ve welcomed a new baby since mid-March, there’s a good chance your pregnancy and birth experience were pretty unusual, no thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. From wearing a mask to being isolated from family and friends, your journey to new parenthood during a global pandemic is one you’ll never forget. Key Takeaways Strict hospital restrictions around visitors, social distancing, and mask-wearing are changing the birthing experience.Many parents mourn the traditional birthing experience they had hoped for, but are finding ways to adjust to new realities for labor and postpartum care....

As a new mom, you’ve probably heard the advice that you should do one thing for yourself every day. You’ve heard people suggest that you make self-care a priority no matter what. While that advice might sound fine and good in theory, you might be wondering how on earth you would make that happen. As a mom to a baby, you probably can’t remember the last time you showered, let alone practiced self-care....

Siblings fight. It is a fact of life. They bicker over the television and jockey for the front seat of the car. They even disagree over where to order dinner. But when sibling disagreements become abusive, that is bullying. It is no longer a normal sibling behavior. Violence between siblings is one of the most common types of family violence. It occurs four to five times as often as child abuse....

Our understanding of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has grown by leaps and bounds over the past few decades. Once referred to by terms such as “shell shock,” the full impact of this diagnosis has become much clearer in the decades following the Vietnam war. What do we know about PTSD and the Vietnam war as far as long-term impact? What can veterans who continue to cope with this disorder many years later do, and can it make a difference?...

Alcoholism seems to run in some families. Is there any scientific evidence that your genes may predispose you to become an alcoholic if your parents or grandparents are? While many studies have been done and experts agree that there is a hereditary connection, genetics is not the only factor and we don’t quite know the full impact it has on alcoholism. Is Alcoholism Hereditary? There is a growing body of scientific evidence that alcoholism has a genetic component....

In operant conditioning, a variable-interval schedule is a schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed, which is the opposite of a fixed-interval schedule. This schedule produces a slow, steady rate of response. As you probably recall, operant conditioning can either strengthen or weaken behaviors through the use of reinforcement and punishment. This learning process involves forming an association with behavior and the consequences of that action....

Wellbutrin, also known by its generic name, bupropion, is an antidepressant that may also be used for management of depression in bipolar disorder. It is available in immediate release 75 and 100 mg tablets, sustained release 100 and 150 mg and 200MG Wellbutrin SR tablets, and extended-release 150 mg, 300MG and 450MG Wellbutrin XL formulations. Wellbutrin for Bipolar Disorder Bipolar disorder is a challenging condition to live with because it is characterized by the opposite moods of mania and depression, both of which can be quite extreme and neither of which is optimal....

What Are Nootropics? Nootropics are substances that claim to boost cognitive function and brain performance. They are sometimes referred to as “smart drugs,” memory-enhancing substances, or cognitive enhancers. They may include certain types of prescription medications as well as nonprescription substances. Nootropics purport to improve mental functioning, including thinking, memory, mood, attention, creativity, and motivation. In some instances, these substances are FDA-approved to treat symptoms of specific conditions. For example, stimulant medications for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and medications to treat symptoms of Alzheimer’s are considered nootropics....

What Does It Mean? “Don’t sweat the small stuff” is a phrase someone may have told you when you were angry, annoyed, or worried about something. You may have wondered what it meant and what you’re supposed to do about it. These are some examples of little things that may upset you: “Don’t sweat the small stuff” essentially means to not focus your energy on things that don’t hold significant importance in your life, says Sabrina Romanoff, PsyD, a clinical psychologist and professor at Yeshiva University....

While toxic relationships are not at all exclusive to parent-child relationships, toxicity in these relationships can often be the most damaging since parents are responsible for helping shape how their children view themselves and the world around them. Mother and father figures can mean different things in different families, especially in single-parent or multi-generational homes. That said, we will look primarily at what it means to have a toxic maternal relationship....

Many contemporary psychologists embrace the five-factor personality model, which includes the degree of extraversion (aka extroversion) as one of its factors. Whereas introverts are energized by their own inner thoughts and feelings, extroverts are fulfilled by interaction with others and the outside world. However, many fall on the continuum between introversion and extroversion, Known as ambiverts, they can be extroverted introverts or introverted extroverts, depending on the primary trait. Extroverted introverts are those who possess a combination of introversion and extroversion, but lean toward extroversion....

Depressive realism is based on an overall tendency among depressed people to focus on negative aspects of reality. Because the world can be a difficult, unpredictable place, and because it is likely that bad events will happen at some point in life, depressive realists may be more prepared for those eventualities than people who overestimate their control and capability. Depressive realism is a psychological term describing the tendency of people with depression to have a more accurate assessment and perception of reality than those without depression....

Lanugo is a special type of body hair found on newborn babies. The sight of a baby covered in hair can be distressing, but it is perfectly normal. Not all babies are born with lanugo, but all of them were coated with it in the womb. The hair usually goes away before birth, but sometimes it sticks around until a baby is born or even for a few months after....

For many people, the decision of when to take a pregnancy test can be a major source of anxiety. Sometimes the stress is because you want to be pregnant. Sometimes it’s because you don’t want to be. Regardless of whether you’re hoping for a negative or a positive result, taking an early test may seem like a good way to find out if you’re pregnant right away. Unfortunately, early testing may give you a negative result, even if you are pregnant....

Gift baskets make awesome gifts for teens for any occasion. While you can buy gift baskets that are already packed and ready to go, your best bet is to make one yourself. Then, you can customize the contents to your teen’s personality and interests. Gift Basket Themes for Teens Whether it’s a teen’s birthday, graduation gift, or a going away gift, think about a theme that fits your teen’s interests. Here are some gift basket ideas for teens:...

Perhaps the hardest part of hosting a baby shower is coming up with games that your guests actually want to play. After all, no one wants to announce a baby shower game and hear their guests groan in disappointment. With this in mind, we have developed a list of 20 baby shower games that are loads of fun and will have your guests laughing in no time. These games are ideal for a wide variety of guests....

Gastrointestinal (GI) disturbances commonly include symptoms of stomach pain, heartburn, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, and vomiting. While there are plenty of possible causes of GI issues, when no medical explanation is found, they are often termed “functional GI symptoms.” Many studies have shown a correlation between anxiety, depression, and functional GI symptoms. Generally, study results have demonstrated that people who have at least one GI symptom are more likely to have an anxiety disorder or depression than those without any GI symptoms....

Prenatal yoga has many benefits when you’re expecting including making you feel better, keeping your body strong, and preparing you for labor and delivery. What’s more, prenatal yoga is gentle enough to practice during pregnancy because the poses have already been modified, so there’s no need to worry about what is safe and what is not. Here’s what you need to know about the benefits of prenatal yoga including what poses are best and what to avoid....