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Early behaviours are modifiable, arguably more so than traditional factors associated with earnings, such as IQ and socioeconomic status. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Childhood behaviour linked to monetary success in adulthood

Children's behaviour in kindergarten linked to earnings in adulthood.

22 Jun 2019 10:41 AM

The traditional labels of 'gay', 'bisexual' and 'straight' do not capture the full range of human sexuality, and whether a person is attracted to the same, or opposite sex can change over time. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Sexuality evolves from adolescence to adulthood

Sexuality changes and develops well into adulthood: Study.

04 May 2019 11:00 AM

Most cultures reinforce personality traits that conform to gender stereotypes. (Photo: ANI)

Framing friendships

Friendship between the opposite genders has quite a few benefits.

24 Jan 2019 7:55 PM

One out of five has to be allergic and needs to avoid certain food items.

High rate of American adults found allergic to food

More than 10 per cent of American adults are allergic to any one kind of food.

05 Jan 2019 2:11 PM

While young adults with high blood pressure should consider the potential for medication side effects, they may be able to manage their blood pressure with lifestyle changes. (Photo: Pixabay)

High blood pressure before age 40 tied to earlier strokes, heart disease

Elevated blood pressure in early adulthood can result in heart attacks by several mechanisms.

09 Nov 2018 9:52 AM

Adult survivors of child abuse can cultivate and invest in supportive relationships through enduring ties to friends and family. (Photo: AFP)

Close relationships in midlife tied to lower mortality for child abuse survivors

Supportive relationships in adulthood may effectively combat or reverse the negative health consequences of childhood abuse.

06 Mar 2018 9:11 AM

The signs include, among other things, living in a clean house, not purchasing the cheapest wine at the shop and getting excited at the thought of buying a dishwasher.

Find out signs that show you have become an adult

From doing all your own washing, to paying your utility bills, researchers list things that signify you have reached adulthood.

07 Feb 2018 11:22 AM

Study found the younger the age at the first period, the stronger the association between early puberty and mental health problems. (Photo: PTI/ Representational Image)

Early puberty in girls tied to depression, says study

Study finds girls who went through puberty earlier more likely to become depressed, with symptoms being more severe in adolescence.

27 Dec 2017 12:22 PM

A recent study found that our parents' lifestyle has a strong connection to how we handle our own lifestyles even into adulthood. (Photo: Pixabay)

Poor health in adulthood because of parents' lifestyle in childhood: Study

The study involved 21,000 participants aged 50 and above from 13 European countries.

18 Nov 2017 6:03 PM

Sanya Runwal (C) at the launch of her book, 'Ten Dollar Bride'. (Photo: Facebook/Sanya Runwal)

As teens postpone adulthood, creativity takes centrestage

Seventeen-year-old Sanya Runwal, who recently launched her book "Ten Dollar Bride," wrote about a serious issue like gender equality.

16 Oct 2017 1:09 PM

Study is important as it shows that harmful gambling is associated with early and adult trauma (Photo: Pixabay)

Addiction to gambling in adults may be due to childhood trauma

Men with gambling addiction are more likely to have witnessed violence or have experienced physical abuse or assault growing up.

18 Aug 2017 11:37 AM

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