Short-term stressors can make it hard for the brain to absorb feel-good hormones. What if people are always facing a lot of short-term stressors?

What happens to impulsive people when they drink? What about when it comes to drinking and driving?

It is common knowledge that smoking cigarettes is bad for you. For those with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, smoking can be especially damaging.

Every once in a while, an old wives' tale is actually based in medicine. Such is the case with giving children honey to control a nighttime cough.

The man who inspired millions to literally reach for the stars by taking the first human step on the moon, Neil Armstrong, has died.

Can people stay sharp well into old age? New computer games that give specific mental functions a good workout could help get older minds back in younger shape.

With the rise of technology use in young people comes the rise of e-bullying. Electronic bullying is a relatively new problem, but the number of cases is growing quickly.

In recent decades, powerful drugs have been made to fight rheumatoid arthritis. Unfortunately, some patients may not be getting the chance to use them.

Most people have heard that it can be more risky to have children after age 35. However, these concerns usually relate to birth complications and not to the children's development.

Even though it is clear that certain lifestyle changes can prevent heart disease and diabetes, many people still do not make these needed changes. The barbershop may be one place to convince people to change.