Have you ever felt like making decisions is tough, especially when it comes to putting in effort? People with major depressive disorder (MDD) often face this challenge. Research shows that metabolic issues like insulin resistance and dyslipidemia, which are common in MDD, can mess with our reward sy
The Oldenburg Sentence Test (OLSA) is a popular German hearing test that helps determine speech recognition thresholds (SRT). It's commonly used to fit hearing aids and cochlear implants. However, there's no set standard for different ages yet. Scientists wondered if the time of day you take the tes
In the world of cattle farming, the parasitic tick, Rhipicephalus microplus, is a big problem. These ticks can develop resistance to the chemicals, called acaricides, that farmers use to control them. Researchers wanted to understand how and why this happens, so they studied these ticks on a farm us
The 17th edition of the annual banned-substance review just came out, and it's all about the latest findings in human sports drug testing. This one covers research published between October 2023 and September 2024. Just like before, the focus is on new ways to detect doping and figure out how certai
Substance use disorders are complex issues that are influenced by both our genes and our environment. One key player in this mix is serotonin, a chemical in our brain that's linked to how we feel and behave. Scientists have found that variations in the genes that control serotonin receptors might ma
Imagine you're a doctor trying to treat someone with a serious mental illness, like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression. It can be tough, right? Many people don't respond to the first treatment, and that's a problem. A group of scientists and doctors, called the Psych-STRATA consort
Long-distance runners are no strangers to bone stress injuries (BSIs). Traditionally, bone mineral density (BMD) has been the go-to measure for assessing these risks. But what if there's more to the story? Enter trabecular bone score (TBS), a newer metric that might offer a clearer picture. Res
Violence, both at home and in public, is a real issue among those who rely on crack cocaine in Brazil. Researchers wanted to understand howusers of crack deal with domestic violence, how often they face public violence, and how being male or female affects these situations. They focused on whether t
Antibiotics have long been heroes in the medical world, battling bacterial infections with ease. But lately, bacteria have started fighting back, leading to a global health concern called antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This means some antibiotics don't work as well as they used to, making it crucia
You might think Nothing Phones are all about style, but they're not the best at handling water and dust. Take the Phone 2a, for instance. It's only rated IP54, which means it can handle a quick splash, but a full dunk in water could cause trouble. Dust is also a big issue. Users have reported issues
