"This could be an important advance, given that new treatments for this condition are so desperately needed," lead author says

Research in mice could have implications for human brain disease

With a whiff of the opposite sex, these hormone-sensitive neurons trigger pro-social behavior in mice and could play roles in anxiety, depression, and other mood-related conditions in humans

A Yale-led research team found that people who are curious about science are less polarized in their views on contentious issues than less-curious peers

However, the researchers also caution that more work is needed to investigate how broadly these results apply

Fatal food-induced allergic reactions are most common in adolescents and young adults, with nearly 70 percent of food allergy-related deaths occurring in this age group

Early results are promising, but additional testing is required before an FDA-approved therapy would be available or recommended to the public

Insight into cellular mechanisms illuminates biological target for PTSD therapy

A new study by Indian scientists has gained insights into how a single instance of severe stress can lead to delayed and long-term psychological trauma

Vacuum cleaner may be ideal Christmas gift

Cognitive therapy shown to be most effective treatment

New framework of behaviors could help reduce stress for employees