New Guidelines for Children's Tonsillectomies
Until the 1970s, it seemed that nearly every American child whose parents could afford the procedure had his or her tonsils taken out. In the twenty-first century, tonsillectomy is recommended much less often, but is still a very common operation.
Comparison of Birth Control Pills
For long, the choice of contraception lay entirely in the hands of men. However, the introduction of Enovid in 1960 changed the scenario in favor of women. The introduction of birth control pills was a development that truly empowered the women.
Toddlers Can Get Anorexia, Too
When we think of the potentially deadly eating disorders anorexia and bulimia, we typically think of a young adult, usually a female. Doctors have begun to report cases of anorexia and bulimia, however, even in toddlers.
Does Testosterone Replacement Work?
Men see testosterone replacement therapy as an anti-aging formula. Its benefits like increased muscle mass, improved libido, boosted energy levels and enhanced concentration seem too good. But does it work or does it have some limitations?
Violent Video Games Sharpen Focus, But Is This A Good Thing?
I was an adult before even PacMan came on the scene, so the appeal of violent video games has always been a mystery to me. My generation had enough opportunities to deal with violence in real life. But science tells us that violent videos train the brain.
Is Your Sperm A Couch Potato Too?
Guys, if your idea of fun is popping a few brewskies or smoking a few herbs in front of a big-screen TV, now might not be the time for you to plan to become fathers. However, nature may take care of that decision for you.
Medications Used To Treat ADHD
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the commonest childhood ailments and it often interferes with the child’s academic performance. Read on to know about the medications that most of the doctors recommend for treating the condition.
Premature Babies Are Showing Less Interest In Other People
Research has shown that premature babies show less interest in other people as compared to their full-term counterparts, when tested at 6 and 12 months of age. This behaviour has been associated with social communication issues such as autism.
Stress Harms the Development of Premature Babies
The neurological development of very premature babies can be adversely affected by a number of factors surrounding the birth. A new study has found that exposure to stressors in the NICU can bring about changes in the structure and functions of the brain.
Late premature babies have a different brain structure
Prematurely born babies go on to develop in slightly different ways, a study conducted by researchers from the University of Iowa shows.