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CognitionDecember 19, 2023

Estradiol for Cognitive Enhancement: Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Research

Estradiol enhances memory and other aspects of cognition in animals and humans, but translating the research into effective hormone replacement therapies (HRTs) has faced challenges. Recent developments indicate multiple mechanisms, along with some key facts:…

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Drugs & MedicationsOctober 17, 2023

Birth Control Linked to Jealousy & Possessiveness in Women & Men

A new study provides evidence that hormonal contraceptive use is associated with increased jealousy and mate retention behaviors in women and their male partners. The research suggests that the synthetic hormones in birth control pills may alter relationship d…

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Estradiol for Cognitive Enhancement: Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Research

Birth Control Linked to Jealousy & Possessiveness in Women & Men

The findings. The context. The caveats.