Month: July 2024

Neuroimaging and behavioral evidence of sex-specific effects of oxytocin on human sociality

Although the social role of oxytocin came to light due to sex-specific interactions such as mother–offspring bonding, current understanding of sex differences in the effects of oxytocin on human sociality is limited because of the predominance of all-male samples. With the increasing inclusion of females in intranasal oxytocin research, it is now possible to explore […]

Published on July 25, 2024

Where Your Body Stores Fat Affects Alzheimer’s Risk

Finding yourself packing on the pounds around your waist and arms? If so, you might be at heightened risk for neurological illnesses like Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s, new research suggests. There was one other physical characteristic that lowered the odds, however: muscle… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a […]

Published on July 25, 2024

5 Habits Proven to Bring Happiness

Some people seem to be happier than others. They don’t have to work at being happy, they radiate contentment naturally. While genetics isn’t a factor in determining how happy you are, certain habits may indeed help you see that the glass is half full instead of… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David […]

Published on July 24, 2024