Childhood trauma can have lasting impacts on the brain, influencing everything from mental health to how genes function. Scientists have been studying this for years, but a new study takes a closer look at how these experiences affect the brain's gene activity. The study focused on the prefrontal c
In today's market, companies are always looking for ways to make their products seem better than the rest. They use ads to influence how we see their products. But not all ads are the same. Some are shown to everyone, while others are tailored to specific groups online. Companies with unique produc
A recent protest at NASA Headquarters saw people rallying against budget cuts. Yet, major advocacy groups like the Planetary Society stayed silent. This raises questions about their role in supporting space exploration. The protest aimed to highlight the impact of budget cuts on NASA's missions. It
GoFundMe is introducing a new way to make donations. It's called a Giving Fund. This is not a new idea, but GoFundMe is trying to make it easier for regular people to use. Donor-advised funds, or DAFs, have been around for a while. They are like a savings account for charity. You can put money in a
The latest installment in the Jurassic World series brings back the thrill of giant creatures but with a fresh twist. This time, the story focuses on a group of people who venture into a forbidden island to extract DNA from some of the most massive dinosaurs. The mission is led by a shady corporate
Lately, some folks have been talking about a super painful sore throat linked to COVID. They're calling it "razor sore throat. " It sounds scary, but is it really something new? Doctors say no. They've seen bad sore throats with COVID before. It's not a sign of a new, extra scary virus. The symptom
In Houston, Texas, Lynce Lucas is a symbol of resilience and hope. She was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2017, a type of blood cancer that affects Black Americans more than any other group. Lynce's journey began with a sudden loss of mobility, a stark reminder of the disease's impact on her bod
In Tanzania, a study looked at how tough times in childhood can make it harder for adults to stick with HIV treatment. The research focused on 217 adults who were new to HIV medicine. Out of these, 26 people stopped their care within a year, while 191 kept up with their treatment. The study found t
Weddings are supposed to be joyful, but for one bride, it turned into a lesson learned the hard way. A woman, now divorced, shared her story about how her ex-husband's behavior on their wedding day hinted at bigger issues ahead. Just moments after saying "I do, " he smeared cake on her face, a tradi
Moms who had tough times as kids can sometimes struggle with parenting. They might not feel confident or might not know how to handle certain situations. This can be tough on both them and their kids. A new program is trying to change that. It's called a mindful mothering intervention. The idea is
