A Stanford study finds that what you might think of as your worst qualities – talking about people behind their backs and voting others "off the island" – can offer surprising benefits for our greater harmony.

A woman’s body at rest will remain at rest – and that means health woes for older women.

After a long, tiring day many of us simply give in to the urge to grab a favourite unhealthy snack and avoid tackling obligatory tasks. But we don’t have to

Each year, when Jan. 1 rolls around, about one in three Americans makes a New Year’s resolution revolving around healthier living. Michigan State University Extension aims to help people reach their goals by defining a healthier lifestyle.

SLU family physician says simple changes to lifestyle can relieve stress.

Colorado State University has seen 150% increase in Department of Defense spending despite withering federal research budgets.

NEW ALBANY, Ind. -- Small talk is far from "small" or trivial, says psychology professor and shyness expert Bernardo J. Carducci. It is the salve of a disconnected society -- the "cornerstone of civility."

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) has broadened the definition of laboratory testing. Through soliciting everyday consumers as participants, HomeLab is now a formidable force, at 500-strong.

In the past decade, a growing body of research has focused upon the cost of sedentary lifestyles and health outcomes rising from long hours spent sitting at work. More and more employees are considering alternatives to traditional desks.