Summer special : Tips to prevent dehydration, heat stroke
New Delhi – In this scorching heat people are at high risk of dehydration and worse. A heat stroke occurs when a person faces prolonged exposure to high temperatures in combination with dehydration. Without proper fluid intake, the body becomes dehydrated. If dehydration is untreated, it can... read more »
Brain zapping may control scary dreams
A new study has found that electric scalp stimulation can help control nightmares, especially for those who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder. According to the researchers, stimulation can allow recognizing and controlling the dreams, which is a state of lucid dreaming. The scientists... read more »
Teen smoking related to parent smoking patterns
The more time a child is around a parent who smokes, the greater the chance the child will become a regular smoker, researchers said. The researchers looked at smoking patterns: timing, duration and nicotine dependence. With each additional year of exposure to a parent smoking, the child was more... read more »
Sense of purpose adds years to your life
Researchers have said that feeling that you have a sense of purpose in life may help you live longer, no matter what your age. The research has clear implications for promoting positive aging and adult development, says lead researcher Patrick Hill of Carleton University in Canada. Hill said that... read more »
