We uncovered the genetic basis of risk taking – and found it’s linked to obesity and mental illness
Those who take extreme risks often describe being drawn in by a feeling of compulsion. William Trubridge, a free-diving world […]
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Higher risks associated with vaginal birth after cesarean, although absolute risk small
Seat belts reduce the risk of deadly liver damage by more than 20%
Could soccer headgear reduce concussion risk? First-ever ratings say yes.
Variants in non-coding DNA contribute to inherited autism risk
The traits that hike high school dropout risk
New approach to recreation planning gives youth at risk a greater say
Poverty increases risk of non-communicable diseases in lower income countries
More evidence shows exposure to traffic and outdoor air pollution increases risk of asthma
People have a 50 percent higher risk of death if they suffer a shocking financial loss