News tagged with happiness gene

In pursuit of a happiness gene

The pursuit of happiness characterizes the human condition. But for those suffering from stress, money trouble or chronic illness, a positive outlook on life can be difficult to find. Now, a Tel Aviv University ...

Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry

Jun 23, 2009 | 3.3 / 5 (3) | 0

Flies like us: They can act like addicts, too

When given the chance to consume alcohol at will, fruit flies behave in ways that look an awful lot like human alcoholism. That's according to a study published online on December 10th in Current Biology that is one of the ...

Biology / Cell & Microbiology

Dec 10, 2009 | 5 / 5 (1) | 0