Kathleen Lees : Science World Report

Mar 04, 2014 10:35 PM EST

Children with ADHD may be at Higher Risk for Obesity: Study

A recent study shows that children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be at a greater risk to become obese and sedentary as teenagers.

Mar 04, 2014 10:23 PM EST

Does Facebook Exposure Increase, Reduce Anxiety during Initial Face-to-Face Encounters?

Though nearly a billion people use the social networking site, Facebook, exchanging information online-whether personal or professional-is not the same as engaging in person. A recent study set out to determine whether Facebook use increases or decreases anxiety in meeting individuals one-on-one dur...

Mar 04, 2014 01:35 PM EST

Diet High in Animal Proteins Could Increase the Risk of Early Death: Study

A recent study shows that eating a diet that's rich in animal proteins during middle age could make you up to four times more likely to die of cancer than a low-protein diet--a mortality risk that's comparable to smoking, according to study authors.

Mar 04, 2014 01:07 PM EST

Could Smoking Alter the Physical Structure of the Teen Brain?

A recent study shows that the structure of the teenage brain may be altered by smoking early in life.

Mar 04, 2014 11:00 AM EST

Gonorrhea Infections may Begin via Exposure to Seminal Fluid: Study

A recent study looks at the how exposure to seminal plasma may begin the transmission of gonorrhea infections

Mar 04, 2014 10:28 AM EST

Heart Attack Risk Rises with Angry Outbursts

Getting angry every once and a while is a normal part of releasing built up emotions. But getting overly upset often could put some at a higher risk for a heart attack, according to a recent study.

Mar 03, 2014 11:07 PM EST

Experimental Stroke Drug Brings New Hope for Neurodegenerative Disease

A recent study examines the potentials of an experimental stroke drug that could hold promise for individuals suffering from Lou Gehrig's disease.

Mar 03, 2014 10:50 PM EST

Yoga may Benefit Breast Cancer Patients via Reduction of Stress Hormones

A recent study shows just how women with breast cancer could benefit from the stress regulating treatments of yoga, according to researchers from the University of Texas.

Mar 03, 2014 04:28 PM EST

Understanding the Best Ways to Conserve Water

A national survey conducted by researchers from Indiana University shows that many are confused about the best ways to conserve water.

Mar 03, 2014 02:08 PM EST

Consumption of Fatty Fish Could Benefit Good Cholesterol Levels

Several examinations show that studies eating fish can be beneficial for your body when it comes to healthy cholesterol levels.

Mar 03, 2014 11:32 AM EST

Black Children may be Twice as Likely to Develop Food Allergies

A recent report shows that food allergies may be increasing in children, and for black children, the problem may be doubling. This 2013 investigation also examines that the United States spending budget of close to $25 billion each year on food allergy-related costs, alone.

Mar 03, 2014 11:01 AM EST

Could a Gene Mutation Prevent Type 2 Diabetes?

A rare gene mutation may be responsible for a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, even in old and obese patients, according to researchers from the Washington University School of Medicine.