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Genetics' hottest topics from genetically modified foods to genetic testing are explained in Times science editor Mark Henderson's popular science book.

There is ongoing debate whether or not our behavior is controlled by our genes, which can make some of your genealogy discoveries a little troublesome.

Kindling -- a physiological response to a repeated stimulus -- is one way of explaining how depression may be both a physical condition and a response to trauma.

The differences between boys and girls, even in the toddler years, are too large to be a coincidence. Is the difference due to genetics, environment, or both?

Theories of human sexuality are very controversial. In this article several scientific studies are examined in order to try and help solve the nature-nurture debate.

Behaviorists have come to realize that even though behavior is strongly influenced by environmental influences and learning, it also has a genetic component.

Each holiday season brings fear of seasonal cookie ear. Hope for therapy or a cure comes with the holly and melts with the snowman. New research provides some answers.

According to various studies, anywhere from 20 to 50% of those diagnosed with a mental health disorder are affected by substance abuse.

Parents of gifted and high-IQ children often wonder about the source of their child's intelligence.

Theories on the causes of psychopathy (also known as sociopathy) encompass nature, nurture, social forces, natural selection and brain damage.

Green Man Festival takes place on the 21st, 22nd and 23rd of August and is held at Glanusk Park in the Brecon Beacons, Wales.

Beer, women and glass remain Prague's most famous exports as we approach the twentieth anniversary of the Velvet Revolution but locals love her for many more reasons.

Weber and Durkheim offer different approaches to how socialization occurs, what the processes and stages are and to what degree society influences us in our daily lives.

Researchers have found differences in dream content between men and women and among children of different ages.

In a society that some people may feel is growing more and more dangerous, it's no wonder that children are growing fearful.

Jim Lewis and Jim Springer were studied by a University of Minnesota's program. Personality due to heredity? Paranormal link? Combination of both?

Approaching life's everyday challenges with a positive attitude will improve your health and reduce the risk of falling prey to depression, according to new research

Port Antonio, Jamaica offers an unique opportunity to enjoy uncrowded Caribbean beaches and to also explore the ecology and culture of the nearby Blue Mountains.

In a recent presentation, noted positive psychologist Sonja Lyubomirsky cited simple daily activities anyone can use to be happier.

Prostate cancer is to men what breast cancer is to women - a devastating blow and lots of doctor visits to help eradicate the cancer.

Regarding the Trees, written by Kate Klise and illustrated by M. Sarah Klise, is a perfect summer read for middle-school students and witty adults.

Betty Friedan's 1963 book, The Feminine Mystique, provided momentum for the United States feminist movement by focusing on the myth of the suburban "happy housewife".

It's sort of sad to refer to Moon as a throwback, but Duncan Jones's feature debut is just that.

Francis Bacon's book, The New Organon, analyzed errors in the natural philosophy of the early 17th century and laid out the framework of modern science.

Great strides have been made over the past 50 years regarding gender and hiring practices but there are still differences between men and women at work.

As one of the most popular college majors, psychology has elements that affect multiple careers from education to advertising.

John James Newman and Steve Jones grew up in a musical world that encouraged and honed their own musical talents. Suite 101 decided to find out more.

A brief introduction to anorexia nervosa that reviews a few scientific studies that support both the environmental and genetic factors that contribute to its onset.

Psychologist Roger Hock explains how obsessive-compulsive behavior can be related to unmet goals. What happens when we don't achieve our goals as quickly as we'd like?

Recent research in drug abuse focuses on the causation of chemical dependency.

Sociopaths are socially defective individuals, but whereas evidence suggests some are born that way, it also suggest others are the product of their environment.