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When Clocks Change, Body May Need Time to Adjust
Sleep expert offers tips for those thrown off schedule by Daylight Saving Time

Violence Between Couples May Not Be Spontaneous
Researcher suggests behavior is more calculated than it might seem

Depression Often Goes Untreated in Working Moms
Health insurance, employee assistance could help mothers get treatment, researchers say

Chimps Show Signs of Culture
Animals conform to behavior dictated by society in which they live, researchers say

Cocaine Use in Pregnancy Linked to Impulsivity in Sons
Monkey research finds that mother's drug use affects male offspring's behavior

Less Sensitivity to Hormone May Play Role in Autism
Treatment with oxytocin might improve social interaction, researchers say

The Brain Comes Alive With the Sounds of Music
Study delves into why harmonic sounds are therapeutic for people with neurological disorders

Childhood ADHD Linked to Criminal Behavior in Adults
More study needed to see if medical treatment cuts rates of illegal activities, researchers say

Video Games Can Play Havoc With Kids’ Joints
The younger the child, the more likely the pain, says research led by an 11-year-old

Smoking Keeps Its Grip on Urban Poor
Misconceptions, marketing are boosting rates to double the national average, researchers say