Smoking during pregnancy leads to aggression in children, according to a new study published in the journal Development and Psychopathology. After taking into account other factors that also increased aggressive behaviour, such as low income and mothers with a history of antisocial behaviour, smoking was still found to be an aggravating factor.

Low carbohydrate diets, like the Atkins diet may have a negative effect on exam preparation and performance, according to a new study. Professors, Holly A. Taylor and Robin Kanarek along with former undergraduate Kara Watts and research associate Kristen D'Anci found that compared with participants who reduced calorie intake but still consumed carbohydrates, participants who dieted by cutting out carbohydrates performed worse on tasks involving memory.

How to present oneself in an interview is a dilemma we all face. Is it best to show ambition and confidence or modesty and helpfulness? According to new research published in Psychology of Women Quarterly, both strategies could backfire for women, while men tend to be more successful if they show ambition and confidence.

Unusually aggressive youth may actually enjoy inflicting pain on others, research using brain scans at the University of Chicago shows. Photo Credit