Many plants, and a few other organisms, can expedite diversification even further by doubling their number of chromosomes. This process is called autopolyploidy, and under the right conditions, it can ...

About 3.7 billion years ago, a string of naturally occurring amino—the same kind that astronomers have found in meteorites ...

Obsessive compulsive disorder has many unknowns, including what causes it, why symptoms can differ so much between people, ...

Type 5 diabetes is a newly recognised disease – here’s how it compares - Diabetes is an umbrella term for a range of ...

While the exact causes of OCD are unclear, researchers know that both genetic and environmental factors play a role in its development. OCD can run in families; studies attribute between 40% to 65% of ...

Misinformation persists in news and social media about autism spectrum disorder, but UTSW researchers believe answers lie in ...

New studies trace the domestication of cats to ancient Egypt, linking their origins to religious rituals and the cult of ...

Twins Bridgette and Paula Powers have gone viral for the way they speak in unison, using the same gestures and words.

Psychologist professor Jasmin Wertz told Newsweek that affectionate mothering during childhood can leave a lasting mark.

Scientists discover a new and intriguing species off the coasts of Spain.

It facilitates integrative therapy comprising pharmacologic intervention, psychotherapy, and social support. Identification ...