Sleep is crucial for making good choices. Yet, many studies focus on broad behaviors and miss the details of how sleep loss messes with our brains. This piece looks at how missing out on sleep affects different parts of decision-making. It also points out some big problems with how these studies a
Religion is a big part of many people's lives. It gives them a sense of purpose and meaning. But why do some people believe in God while others don't? This question has been asked for ages. It's not just about faith. It's also about how people see the world and their place in it. Belief in God or s
Italy has taken a hard stance on surrogacy. Law No. 169, which came into effect on November 4, 2024, makes it illegal for Italian citizens to engage in surrogacy, even if it happens in another country. This law is based on the belief that surrogacy can be harmful to the surrogate mother and the chil
Palmyra, located in Syria, is known for its rich history and the famous Zenobia Hotel, which has withstood years of conflict. This hotel, built in the 1920s, was once a jewel of the Middle East, named after the legendary Queen Zenobia, who ruled Palmyra and expanded her territory into the Roman Empi
People with Parkinson's disease dementia (PDD) and Lewy body dementia (DLB) have different brain activities. Scientists looked at how much schooling people had. They wanted to see if it affected brain waves in these patients. They checked brain waves in people with PDD, DLB, and healthy older adu
Triplex DNA is a unique structure that doesn't follow the usual rules of DNA. It's crucial for controlling genes, understanding diseases, and even developing new treatments. To figure out how different conditions affect triplex DNA, a sophisticated method called 5DFRETMA was created. This method tes
Mesenchymal stromal cells, or MSCs, are special cells that can change into different types of cells. This makes them very interesting for treating osteoarthritis, a condition that causes joint pain and stiffness. Most treatments for osteoarthritis only help with symptoms, like pain, and do not slow
A young boy, KM, has been on a challenging journey with autism and ADHD. He is now 11 years old. He was first diagnosed at the age of 7. He has tried many medications over the years. His parents are divorced and have different views on his treatment. This makes things even more complicated. KM'
The idea of not having kids is getting more attention. It is not just about personal choices anymore. There are groups out there pushing for this idea. They are making a big impact on how society views having children. These groups are using different methods to get their message across. Some f
Alcohol's effects on blood pressure aren't the same for everyone. They vary between men and women. This is because of differences in how alcohol is processed in the body and how blood pressure is controlled. Understanding these differences is crucial for developing effective treatments. The way
