Month: March 2022

New Drug Effective Against Tourette Tics in Kids, Teens

An experimental drug shows promise in reducing tics in young people with Tourette syndrome. Ecopipam, which failed as a weight loss medication, may reduce tics by 30% in kids and teens with Tourette without the unpleasant side effects of current treatments, researchers… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is […]

Published on March 31, 2022

High blood pressure affects how men perceive anger in others

A recent study has found that men with high blood pressure tend to have a skewed perception when it comes to recognizing anger in other people. It’s like wearing tinted glasses that make everything seem red, even when there’s no reason for it. This bias in perception could impact their social interactions and relationships, as […]

Published on March 31, 2022

Higher-earning mothers bear greater household burden

Just as a super mom might juggle more responsibilities than their partner, the same goes for higher-earning mothers who find themselves shouldering an even heavier load of household chores. This recent study reveals that while all new mothers tend to take on more housework, the disparity is more pronounced when the mother earns more than […]

Published on March 31, 2022