At 6 months, babies watched closely as their parents laughed at absurd events, researchers say
Family stressors -- not psychiatric symptoms -- lead some to seek help, study says
Some problems resolve with time, but others persist, researchers say
Study finds 'beer flutes' make it harder for drinkers to pace themselves
Calorie counts per meal dropped but customers' satisfaction rose, study found
Experts suggest the anger and hostility of a hard-driven personality could be to blame
One version of the 'MAOA' gene may boost levels of feel-good chemicals in brain
Fewer than 1 in 10 'melt down' that often; finding helps define when parents should be concerned
Whether it's drug therapy or vocational training, more study needed to clarify benefits
Forgiveness emerged as the most telling trait among people in five religions
But they can size up others accurately, researchers noted
As levels of overweight rise, more say they've been left out of gatherings or passed over for jobs
Many friends help men and women, family contacts help men, study found
Sense of self not confined to specific region, as previously thought
And men more susceptible than women to psychological problems, study finds
Research with children ages 8 to 10 says TV ads play big part in 'spoiling' those who aren't content
Branding tactics used to sell junk food also may be used to promote better nutrition, research shows
Encounters with Dad may boost self-worth and social skills the most, research suggests
Emotional exhaustion, cynicism in physicians may affect patient care, expert says
Study found richer, 'high-status' students more likely to overindulge, while others may do so to fit in
Mothers who work full time seem to benefit more than those who work part time, researchers say
Patients sought better condition, self-esteem, activity levels
Early study suggests chemical similarities between prescription meds and certain foods
Experts offer suggestions for students on how to compensate for their disorder
Decades-long research shows self-control as tot may mean an obesity-free maturity
Researchers estimate recession spurred about 1,000 cases in 2008-2010
Study finds reduction in symptoms, greater relationship satisfaction
First-generation medications are also much cheaper, researchers note
Hoping for a miracle might lead them to request futile treatments for their children, researchers say
But specific genes for the mental health conditions have yet to be pinpointed
The parent-child relationship evolves, but doesn't end when kids leave for college, expert explains
Certain social, behavioral skills at young age key to later academic success, researchers found
Study author suggests doctors give patients less info on potential drug side effects, but is that ethical?
Quality of relationships has more effect than intelligence or academic record, study finds
Men gave up to 26% more to waitresses in red, but color didn't effect female customers, researchers say
Support groups don't meet their emotional needs, study finds
Trait could signal nonaggression in men, youth and fertility in women, researchers say
Adults with condition learned to better prevent, manage symptoms like tics
Researchers say finding shows behavior is different from other obsessive-compulsive disorders
Study suggests pupil dilation points to sexual orientation when viewing erotic imagery
Study found those who fibbed less had fewer headaches, less anxiety
Parents, teachers can help kids learn to identify good things in their lives, study says
Researcher sees future for his characters in training sessions
Screening for mental health should be part of standard care, experts say
The risk rises as chronic mental distress becomes more intense, study says
Study found they were more likely to buy clothes, focus on their appearance on fertile days
People placed in anxious situations felt better with grins in place
Moderate boozing encourages 'true smiles' and group engagement
Researchers report people were less likely to punish those standing closer to them
Frequent put-downs, tirades, threats may constitute psychological maltreatment