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Hormones

The hormonal clock: Sex differences in sleep cycles

The hormonal clock: Sex differences in sleep cycles

Men and women experience sleep differently, and these variations stem from biological differences rather than lifestyle or environment alone. Sleep disorders such as insomnia, hypersomnia, and sleep phase disorders appear more frequently in one sex than the other, with women often reporting greater sleep disturbances. These differences are partly due
Frederikke Aabo-Rosendal 28 Dec 2024
Dominance: How social rank affect brain health - a fishy study

Dominance: How social rank affect brain health - a fishy study

In social animals, stress from competing for dominance or coping with subordination can influence brain health by inducing oxidative stress. Oxidative stress occurs when an imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants in the body leads to cellular damage. In the brain, it contributes to aging, neurodegenerative diseases, and cognitive decline,
Frederikke Aabo-Rosendal 25 Dec 2024
The evolution of love: How courtship circuits in the brain turn into real life romance

The evolution of love: How courtship circuits in the brain turn into real life romance

Fruit flies have developed fascinating ways to ensure they find the right mating partner. Their courtship rituals aren’t just about what they see. They rely heavily on smells, sounds, and even specific behaviors. Does that sound familiar? The way signals are processed in the brain is crucial for effective
Frederikke Aabo-Rosendal 30 Oct 2024

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