Scientists expected both liberals and conservatives to be reluctant to promote rhetoric associated with the opposing political side, but this was more consistent among liberals. Conservatives appeared relatively willing to support causes aligned with their views regardless of the moral framing used.

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Fresh concerns have been raised over long-term use of antidepressants, revealing limited benefits and higher health risks. The research highlights growing evidence of risks associated with long-term use, including sexual dysfunction, emotional numbing, cognitive impairment, weight gain

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New Analysis Confirms Benefits of Childhood Flu Vaccines. For every 100 children between the ages of 2 and 5 who receive the vaccine in a given flu season, there are between nine and 14 fewer cases of influenza in that age group.

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Racial attitudes mobilize white and minority evangelicals differently at the ballot box. Study found that the overlapping social communities people belong to can entirely change how personal biases motivate political behavior.

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Orch-OR and recent discoveries in quantum biology

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New Imaging Technique Reveals Alzheimer’s Tau Sooner Than Current Standard

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Scientists expected both liberals and conservatives to be reluctant to promote rhetoric associated with the opposing political side, but this was more consistent among liberals. Conservatives appeared relatively willing to support causes aligned with their views regardless of the moral framing used.

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