Kids With Immigrant Dads at Greater Risk for PTSD

A new study finds that children with immigrant dads are much more likely to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The register-based study, conducted by researchers from the University of Turku in Finland, included 3,639 children born in Finland between...

Food Program Increases School Attendance for Kids in Hunger

Children living in food-insecure households are more likely to attend school on Fridays if they’re participating in a food distribution program that provides them with backpacks of meals for the weekend, according to a new study at the University of Illinois. Students...

Depression May Lead to Cardiovascular Issues

New research suggests everyday stress may play a significant role in overall health among adults with depression. A team of investigators from Penn State found an association between daily stress and cardiovascular issues in people with depression who are otherwise...

Older Adults: Anger More Harmful to Health than Sadness

New research finds that anger may harm an older person’s physical health by increasing inflammation. Inflammation is associated with such chronic illnesses as heart disease, arthritis, and cancer. However, investigators discovered not all negative emotions are...

Interpersonal Relations: Opposites Can Make Rewarding Decisions

New research related to interpersonal relations confirms that while opposites may attract and drive each other a little crazy, oppositional viewpoints may be overcome with unique decision-making compromises that allow each party to be satisfied with joint decisions....