Lifestyle

Study finds quizzes improve academic performance

Washington [US], September 18 (ANI): Wondering how to upgrade your child's performance in school, quizzing your younger one over study material might help. According to a new-meta analysis, the students who are quizzed over class material at least once a week tend to perform better on the midterm and final exams compared to students who did not take quizzes.

2020-09-18T17:39:42.455884+00:00 IST

Study reveals confidence in authorities' handling of COVID-19 provides good mental health

Washington [US], September 18 (ANI): Researchers at UiT have compared corona restrictions in six countries, and looked at psychological reactions among the population, their confidence in the restrictions, and belief that the government is in control over Covid-19 in their countries.

2020-09-18T15:34:15.980841+00:00 IST

Coffee associated with improved survival in metastatic colorectal cancer patients

Washington [USA], September 18 (ANI): In a large group of patients with metastatic colorectal cancer, consumption of a few cups of coffee a day was associated with longer survival and a lower risk of the cancer worsening, researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and other organizations report in a new study.

2020-09-18T09:48:30.248174+00:00 IST

Researchers suggest friends, not family key to human happiness

Texas [USA], September 17 (ANI): Think spending time with your kids and spouse is the key to your happiness? You may actually be happier getting together with your friends, according to a research conducted by SMU psychology professor Nathan Hudson.

2020-09-17T13:10:45.413940+00:00 IST

Study focuses on predicting therapeutic response in depressed teen girls

Philadelphia [USA], September 16 (ANI): The risk of developing the major depressive disorder (MDD) surges during adolescence-particularly for girls. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) can be an effective treatment, but only about half of girls diagnosed with depression show significant improvement. Researchers have now identified a non-invasive test of brain function that could help predict who will respond to CBT.

2020-09-16T14:59:40.787854+00:00 IST

Study finds middle-aged adults with healthy heart habits may lower high blood pressure risk years later

Dallas [US], September 16 (ANI): Better heart health, as measured by the American Heart Association's Life's Simple 7 (LS7) scale, was associated with a significantly lower risk of developing high blood pressure (also known as hypertension) in middle-aged, Black and white adults, according to new research.

2020-09-16T11:15:32.751496+00:00 IST

Faulty glass tables can cause life-threatening injuries: Study

New Jersey [US], September 15 (ANI): Faulty glass in tables can cause life-threatening injuries, according to a Rutgers study, which provides evidence that stricter federal regulations are needed to protect consumers.

2020-09-15T10:04:03.356265+00:00 IST

Culture

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Gear up for 4th edition of Russian Film Days in India!

New Delhi [India], Oct 11 (ANI): The fourth edition of Russian Film Days, an initiative to strengthen the Indo-Russian relationship, will be held in Delhi, Mumbai and Pune.

2018-10-11T14:22:23.008428+00:00 IST

Hindu, Jewish community to celebrate Diwali, Chanukah together in Chicago

Chicago [USA], Oct 11 (ANI): The Hindu and the Jewish community are set to organise a joint celebration of Diwali and Chanukah as the "Festival of Lights" in the Chicago city on November 18. Both the festivals have different historical contexts but signify the same essence.

2018-10-11T06:41:22.385599+00:00 IST

Mamata Banerjee turns composer!

New Delhi [India] Oct 11 (ANI): With just a few days left for Bengal's great annual festival- Durga Puja, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday treated people with her new music album called 'Roudrachaya.'

2018-10-10T18:54:38.161217+00:00 IST

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Loneliness doubled among older adults in first months of COVID-19, poll shows

Washington [US], September 14 (ANI): Staying close to home and avoiding crowded places can help older adults reduce their risk of COVID-19. But a new national poll suggests it comes with a cost, especially for those with health challenges.

2020-09-14T15:15:00.581916+00:00 IST

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Emotion vocabulary reflect state of well-being, study suggests

Pittsburgh [USA], September 13 (ANI): Vocabulary that one uses to describe their emotions can be used as an indicator to know the mental, physical, and overall well-being, according to recent research.

2020-09-13T16:54:10.893493+00:00 IST

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Opioid prescription for knee surgery vary widely from state to state in US, study finds

Washington [US], September 13 (ANI): Prescription-strength and a number of tablets are prescribed highest in Oklahoma and lowest in Vermont, according to new research from Texas A&M University and the University of Pennsylvania on opioid prescribing practices across the country after outpatient knee surgeries found that prescription strength and a number of tablets is prescribed highest in Oklahoma and lowest in Vermont.

2020-09-13T15:32:05.643492+00:00 IST

Fitness

Mindfulness with paced breathing reduces blood pressure, study finds

Florida [USA], September 13 (ANI): In new research, a team of researchers has now explored the possibility of whether mindfulness with paced breathing reduces blood pressure.

2020-09-13T13:53:07.425510+00:00 IST

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New study shares insights on bouncing back from job loss

Ontario [Canada], September 13 (ANI): Stress related to job loss can have a host of negative effects on an individual's well-being, which eventually may hinder their ability to become re-employed.

2020-09-13T13:38:49.215804+00:00 IST

Food

Here's how calorie reduction can help you achieve a longer lifespan

Washington [US], September 13 (ANI): While the reduction of calories is linked with a host of health benefits, a recent has highlighted a range of benefits that includes a longer lifespan to a much lower chance of developing cancer, heart disease, diabetes and neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer's.

2020-09-13T09:16:27.224750+00:00 IST

Fitness

Study reveals depression risk maybe detected by measuring heart rate changes

Washington [US], September 13 (ANI): In a breakthrough study, doctors have shown that measuring changes in 24-hour heart rate can reliably indicate whether or not someone is depressed.

2020-09-13T08:46:46.952858+00:00 IST

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Study suggests adolescent girls at risk for self-injury can be identified using psychological profile

Washington [US], September 12 (ANI): High avoidance, low conscientiousness, and parent's substance abuse history found amongst adolescents could be used to predict the first occurrence of nonsuicidal self-harm, over a three year period.

2020-09-12T17:00:56.603997+00:00 IST

Fitness

COVID-19 patients suffer long-term lung, heart damage but it can improve with time, study finds

Washington [US], September 12 (ANI): COVID-19 patients can suffer long-term lung and heart damage but, in majority cases, this tends to improve over time, according to the first, prospective follow-up of patients infected with the coronavirus, presented at the European Respiratory Society International Congress.

2020-09-12T13:04:45.580697+00:00 IST

Fitness

Vitamin D levels in blood can predict future health risks, death: Study

Washington [US], September 12 (ANI): Free, circulating vitamin D levels in the blood can help in understanding and predicting the future health risks in ageing men, according to a recent study.

2020-09-12T12:43:06.428668+00:00 IST

Fitness

Excessive drinking raise high blood pressure risk in adults with Type 2 diabetes: Study

Dallas [USA], September 12 (ANI): Having eight or more alcoholic beverages in a week's time can increase the risk of high blood pressure (also called hypertension) among adults with Type 2 diabetes, according to recent research.

2020-09-12T10:19:42.848616+00:00 IST

Relationships

Romantic partners influence each other's goals in long term, finds study

Geneva [Switzerland], September 12 (ANI): Romantic partners over the long term are more likely to influence each other's goals, according to a recent study. This means that what one partner in a two-person relationship wishes to avoid or achieve, so too does the other partner.

2020-09-12T10:16:14.714801+00:00 IST

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Are male genes from Mars, female genes from Venus?

Washington D.C. [USA], September 11 (ANI): Males and females share the vast majority of their genomes, except for the sprinkling of genes, located on the so-called X and Y sex chromosomes.

2020-09-11T18:10:08.255083+00:00 IST

Relationships

Loss of a pet can potentially trigger mental health issues in children, study finds

Boston [US], September 11 (ANI): It's quite natural to have a strong emotional bond with a family pet. However, according to a new study, the death of a pet can trigger a sense of grief in children that is profound and prolonged and can potentially lead to subsequent mental health issues.

2020-09-11T10:20:30.930848+00:00 IST