Month: December 2022

‘Sandwich Generation’: Challenges of Juggling Kids and Aging Parents

Imagine trying to balance delicate sandwiches on a wobbly table while simultaneously dodging playful puppies and doddering grandparents! That’s the life of the ‘sandwich generation’ — a group of superheroes who care for both their children and aging parents. A recent study sheds light on these incredible multitaskers and reveals that there are around 2.5 […]

Published on December 9, 2022

Scientists Trace Just How Far Flushing Toilets Spray Germs Into the Air

New research highlights why you should close the lid every time you flush a toilet. A new study reveals how toilet water spray sends potentially dangerous germs into the air at alarming rates. Scientists from the University of Colorado in Boulder performed several… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on December 8, 2022

Researchers gain a better understanding of how the most commonly used ADHD medication works

For decades, doctors have treated kids with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) with methylphenidate, a stimulant drug sold as Ritalin and Concerta, making it one of the most widely prescribed medications aimed at the central nervous system. One might expect that researchers would know how methylphenidate works in the brain by now, but little is known about […]

Published on December 8, 2022