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Wednesday, October 17, 2012

ScienceDaily: Living Well News

ScienceDaily: Living Well News


Mother's touch could change effects of prenatal stress

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 02:31 PM PDT

Scientists have found that mothers who stroke their baby's body in the first few weeks after birth may change the effects that stress during pregnancy can have on an infant's early-life development.

Exercise may lead to better school performance for kids with ADHD

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 10:21 AM PDT

A few minutes of exercise can help children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder perform better academically, according to a new study.

New dissolvable oral strip provides instant pain relief for burns

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 09:56 AM PDT

A dissolvable oral strip has been developed to immediately relieve pain from burns caused by ingestion of hot foods and liquids, such as coffee, pizza, and soup.

Fathers matter when it comes to their teenager's sexual behavior

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 05:51 AM PDT

A new study suggests that fathers' parenting behavior influences the sexual behavior of their adolescent children, but most parent-based research has neglected to examine the specific role of fathers.

Menopause does not cause weight gain, but increases belly fat, major review finds

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 05:49 AM PDT

A comprehensive review by the International Menopause Society has found that going through the menopause does not cause a woman to gain weight. However, the hormonal changes at the menopause are associated with a change in the the way that fat is distributed, leading to more belly (abdominal) fat.

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