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Taking a cue from the animal kingdom where fathers often play crucial roles in raising their offspring, a recent study from Sweden suggests that men who have taken parental leave have a lower risk of hospitalization due to excessive alcohol consumption. Just like how penguin dads take turns keeping their eggs warm and safe, human […]
Researchers have shown that pregnancy hormones ‘rewire’ the brain to prepare mice for motherhood. The findings show that both estrogen and progesterone act on a small population of neurons in the brain to switch on parental behavior even before offspring arrive. These adaptations resulted in stronger and more selective responses to pups. Read Full Article […]
Just like a neglected plant wilts without water, relationships can suffer when appreciation and gratitude go missing. A recent study delved into the factors that influence how couples perceive gratitude from each other over time. Luckily, the research shows that relationship intervention programs are like a refreshing rain for our parched emotional connection. These programs […]
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