Topic: Amy Norton

Research indicates that the benefits of early literacy skills extend into adulthood. Increased Reading Achievement Children who receive educational and literacy resources at young ages are likely to have higher reading levels as adults, said Dana Diaconu, author of "The Effects of ...

Genes may explain why churchgoers drink, smoke less: report

NEW YORK (Reuters Life! ) - Churchgoers drink and smoke less than adults who spend their Sundays elsewhere but a U.S. study had found it may not be church attendance itself that explains this -- it could be their genes.The study of nearly ...

Being the boss can take its toll on health: study

NEW YORK (Reuters Life! ) - Being the boss might mean more money and challenging work but it can also take a toll on physical and mental well-being, according to a Canadian study.For years studies have shown people in lower-status jobs generally have ...

Overweight friends eat more when they snack together: study

NEW YORK (Reuters Life! ) - If you're dining with overweight friends, beware.A small U.S. study had found that overweight children and teenagers eat more when they have a snack with an overweight friend rather than with a thinner peer.Researchers ...