News articles tagged with 'cortisol'
Ratchet-like genetic mutations make evolution irreversible
— 24 Sep 2009 09:21 | BiologyA University of Oregon research team has found that evolution can never go backwards, because the paths to the genes once present in our ancestors are forever blocked. The findings... — full story
Sleep patterns in children and teenagers could indicate risk for depression
— 13 Aug 2009 09:32 | HealthSleep patterns can help predict which adolescents might be at greatest risk for developing depression, a researcher at UT Southwestern Medical Centre has found in a five-year study... — full story
Greater Yellowstone elk-wolf study shows elk having fewer calves due to changes in nutrition
— 17 Jul 2009 17:50 | EnvironmentWolves have caused elk in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem to change their behaviour and foraging habits so much so that herds are having fewer calves, mainly due to changes in their... — full story
Police work undermines cardiovascular health, comparison to general population shows
— 1 Jul 2009 02:17 | HealthIt is well documented that police officers have a higher risk of developing heart disease: The question is why... — full story
Stress in the womb can last a lifetime, say researchers behind new exhibit
— 30 Jun 2009 12:34 | HealthVisitors can see how their stress levels could affect the heart rate of their unborn baby and find out why pregnant women should reduce their anxiety, at a new exhibit at the Royal... — full story
Nicotine induces prediabetes, contributes to high prevalence of heart disease in smokers
— 12 Jun 2009 15:43 | HealthResearchers have discovered a reason why smoking greatly increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. Nicotine promotes insulin resistance, also called prediabetes, which is a risk... — full story
Symptoms of depression in obese children linked to elevated cortisol
— 12 Jun 2009 15:38 | HealthA new study connects abnormalities of the 'stress' hormone cortisol with symptoms of depression in obese children, and confirms that obesity and depression often occur together, even... — full story
Why dishing does you good: U-M study
— 4 Jun 2009 04:50 | HealthWhy does dishing with a girlfriend do wonders for a woman's mood? A University of Michigan study has identified a likely reason: feeling emotionally close to a friend increases levels... — full story
Witnessing violence affects kids' health
— 21 Apr 2009 15:37 | HealthSchool-aged children who witness violence in urban communities show symptoms of post-traumatic stress. They also suffer physiological effects with a disruption to their normal cortisol... — full story
New strategy to weaken traumatic memories
— 19 Mar 2009 16:10 | HealthImagine that you have been in combat and that you have watched your closest friend die in front of you. The memory of that event may stay with you, troubling you for the rest of your... — full story