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Online Sports Betting is Not All Fun and Games

Betting on sports is exciting, but it's an addicting danger for some. Emergency room visits spiked among young men after it became legal. >

Reading is Brain Food

Reading is brain food. It helps kids develop stronger language skills and attention and can reduce seniors' risk of dementia by a third. >

Some of Us Are Still Drinking at COVID-Lockdown Levels

Alcohol use and heavy drinking have gone down in general, but they are still higher than pre-pandemic levels among one age group. >

The Changing Dating Landscape

Singles asked about dating, relationships, marriage, children, commitment and gender roles gave answers suggesting a generational shift. >

A Deeper Dive into the Genes Behind Personality Traits

Are your genes responsible for your anxiety or outgoingness? An analysis of over a million DNA samples uncovered some telling associations. >

Seniors, Socializing Is Good for Your Brain

Taking part in social activities stimulates areas of the brain related to memory and executive functioning and slows cognitive decline. >

"Normal" Isn't Always Good Medical News

What a doctor means when they say a symptom is normal may not be what you think. It's up to patients to ask questions. Have a conversation. >

Your Dog Knows You Better than You May Think

Domestication has made dogs good students of human emotion. Scans show their brains respond to the emotions they see on our faces. >

Cell Phones Don't Just Distract Kids, They Can Cripple Reading Skills

Hours spent texting instead of reading make it harder for kids to develop the ability to read in the sustained way needed to learn. >

A Popular Weight-Loss Drug May Also Curb Alcohol Use

In addition to reducing your desire for food, the GLP-1 RA drug, semaglutide, known as Wegovy, appears to also cut the craving for alcohol. >

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