Many primate species have been observed engaging in same-sex sexual behavior. A new study suggests it likely developed ...

Stress, the body's natural response to different types of challenges and daily problems, is an inherently harmless state ...

At its core, conservation is about behavior change. Yet few organizations have put in place the structure, standards, and ...

New research suggests that the commonly used ‘lab mouse’ may display behaviors entirely distinct from their wild-derived counterparts, prompting new considerations for the future of animal-based ...

“To give children with ADHD the best chance to thrive, I believe families, medical professionals, and educators should focus on behavioral and academic interventions first and add medication only if ...

The largest-ever study of dog behavior, tracking more than 47,000 pets, reveals how breed, size, sex, and age shape canine traits. It provides insights that could help identify early signs of illness ...

Dementia doesn't just erode memory -- it also changes behavior and mental health. A study shows the brain's salience network and tau protein may be involved. When most people think of dementia, ...

Statistics suggest that the size of families in many countries is shrinking and a growing number of parents worldwide either willingly or unwillingly end up only having one child. While many ...

Behavioral health care has surged to represent 40 % of all medical expenditures for U.S. children in 2022, nearly doubling from 22 % in 2011, according to a new study published in JAMA Pediatrics.