Marijuana-based drug reduces back pain in large study
New study shows marijuana-based drug reduces back pain significantly compared to placebo.
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Bullying Triggers Brain Stress Responses, Study Shows
Bullying triggers strong stress responses in the brain, affecting both adolescents and adults, a new study reveals.
Massive Study Identifies New Genes Linked to Dyslexia
Study of 1.2M people finds new genes linked to dyslexia.
Liberals trust experts more than conservatives, but expert labels still matter.
Study finds liberals trust experts more than conservatives, but expert labels influence perceptions of accuracy.
Scientists abandon X for Bluesky due to declining professional value
Scientists are leaving X in significant numbers, finding Bluesky more effective for professional engagement.
Study links women’s political views to romantic preferences.
Women's political views influence their romantic preferences, with right-leaning women preferring traditional traits and extremes valuing political similarity.
Antisemitism linked to support for political violence in the US.
Antisemitic attitudes, not just criticism of Israel, predict support for political violence, new study finds.
Caring for babies heightens danger perception
Caring for a baby alters perception, making threats seem more imminent, new research finds.
Gun violence linked to poor sleep in teens
Teen exposure to gun violence linked to poor sleep and violent behaviors, per study.
Autistic women excel in education, face mental health struggles
Autistic women show strengths in education and employment but face mental health challenges.