Drawing on the best available evidence in adolescent development, a Temple University developmental psychologist and a Columbia University law professor offer a new approach to criminal law as it pertains to juveniles.
Two internationally known members of Temple University's psychology faculty have been recognized for their career achievements by the two leading professional organizations in psychology.
Our culture puts enormous pressure on women to take charge of their breast cancer, but women respond differently, according to coping style. And, finds Temple University sociologist Julia Ericksen, each style is valid and effective in helping one make sense of her illness.
A researcher at Temple University School of Medicine studies an experimental device to treat positional sleep apnea.
With the high cost of gasoline and diesel fuel impacting costs for automobiles, trucks, buses and the overall economy, a simple device that attaches to a vehicle's fuel line near the fuel injector and creates an electrical field could boost gas efficiency as much as 20 percent.
Temple University pediatric dentist says it's not the amount of candy kids eat, but the frequency, that raises cavity risk.
Health officials call for more kids to get vaccinated against the flu, and not just those with compromised health.
With the presidential nomination in the balance, the nation's attention is turning to the Democratic and Republican Conventions and the ensuing presidential race. Over the next weeks, John McCain and Barack Obama will be wooing voters across the country. Temple University election experts Michael G. Hagen, Christopher Harper, Marc Lamont Hill and James W. Hilty offer their thoughts.
Pre-schools are playing a greater role than ever in preparing young children for school readiness, and the best pre-schools will have a kid-friendly environment and emphasize the five "Cs:" collaboration, communication, content, creative innovation and confidence, says a Temple University child developmental psychologist.
Many baby boomers take bisphosphates to treat osteoporosis as well as certain types of cancers. But the use of these medications has been linked to osteonecrosis of the jaw, a condition in which the jaw bone loses tissue and dies. While it is more common in cancer patients, Jon Suzuki, D.D.S., Ph.D, M.B.A, says dentists and medical professionals should also monitor those who take it for osteoporosis.
Baby boomers are suffering more sports-related injuries as they take up activities later in life compared to a generation ago. This has resulted in more trips to the emergency room, but there are ways to stay healthy well into middle age and beyond.
Isoforms from Novel Structure Proteins (NSP), a new family of genes discovered by researchers at Temple University, could be involved in apoptosis or programmed cell death.
Athletes prepare and train for the Olympics by stressing sameness explains Michael Brown, Ph.D., associate professor of kinesiology and exercise physiologist at Temple's College of Health Professions. "Competitors thrive on routine, so coaches will work to maintain their athlete's sleep patterns, training patterns and eating habits," he said.
Mentally preparing for the Olympics is just as important as physical training, says Michael Sachs, Ph.D., a kinesiology professor at Temple's College of Health Professions. The main objective is to keep the athletes focused on their event.
A former Olympic-class race walker, Howard Palamarchuk, DPM, knows firsthand the strain that running, walking and jumping can have on the lower extremities. He notes that a universal complaint among the Olympic athletes this year has been the choice of pavement materials for the long-distance courses in Beijing.
David Baron helped develop the doping education program for the Beijing Olympics. He's a veteran of six Olympic Games, having served as a doping control officer and a psychiatrist for the athletes. Because doping is a behavior and a lot of the side effects are psychiatric, his interest lies in what motivates athletes to use drugs and how we can intervene.
Angiocidin, a tumor-inhibiting novel protein discovered by Temple University researchers, may also have a role as a new therapeutic application in treating leukemia by inducing a differentiation of monocytic leukemia cells into a normal, macrophage-like phenotype.
The recent federal approval of Pentacel and Kinrix, two new combination vaccines that immunize infants and children against multiple diseases, will make it easier to fulfill school requirements with less stress to the patient, says Stephen Aronoff, M.D., professor and chair of pediatrics at Temple University School of Medicine.
Just as parents schedule back-to-school checkups with their pediatricians, they should also schedule check ups with their dentist to ensure good oral and overall health for life.
The recent surge of new diabetic cases is evident as podiatrists are treating more newly-diagnosed diabetics to prevent chronic foot ulcers or wounds from forming.
Regular Internet "visits" with health care professionals can help lower risk of cardiovascular disease, finds recent research out of Temple University.
Flip flops, pedicures, running barefoot...all these are synonymous with summer, but they could be doing more harm than good for your feet. Tracey Vlahovic, D.P.M., dispels 10 common myths about feet to keep them - and you - safe and healthy this summer.
Using the same concept behind commercial breath-freshening strips, a Temple University researcher has developed a new, easier method for clinical taste testing, created taste strips similar to breath-freshening strips, but these edible strips contain one of the five basic tastes that are detected by humans "” sweet, sour, salty, bitter and monosodium glutamate, which is also known as umami taste.
A new study from Temple University researchers found that children with autistic spectrum disorders who underwent sensory integration therapy exhibited fewer autistic mannerisms compared to children who received standard treatments. Such mannerisms, including repetitive hand movements or actions, making noises, jumping or having highly restricted interests, often interfere with paying attention and learning.
Our culture puts enormous pressure on women to take charge of their breast cancer, but women respond differently. And, finds Temple University sociologist Julia Ericksen, each response is valid and effective. Ericksen set out to explore response styles after receiving her own diagnosis. She discovered four types of responders.
An increase in the CD163+/CD16+ monocyte subset, which correlates with a patient's viral load, could serve as a biomarker for the progression of HIV disease.
First time runners, more likely to ignore foot and ankle pain, are at higher risk of injury, warns Temple University podiatrist Howard Palamarchuk. He advises beginners to pay careful attention to signs that they might be pushing too hard.
The origins and current genetic relationships of Pacific Islanders have generated interest and controversy for many decades. Now, a new comprehensive genetic study of almost 1,000 individuals has revealed that Polynesians and Micronesians have almost no genetic relation to Melanesians, and that groups that live in the islands of Melanesia are remarkably diverse.
The end of the calendar year has enormous impact as we construct our lives to a very large extent around the calendar, with December 31 being a very important date. But instead of making resolutions which are often times quickly forgotten, New Years is a good time to take personal inventory of our lives.
A government system that evaluates and rates the quality of child care providers can be a valuable tool in assisting low-income families in selecting desirable care for their children, according to a study by Temple University.
Old-fashioned retro toys, such as red rubber balls, simple building blocks, clay and crayons, that don't cost so much and are usually hidden in the back shelves are usually much healthier for children than the electronic educational toys.
If you're not ready to quit today, consider making your surroundings smoke-free as a step toward kicking the habit, suggests Brad Collins, of Temple University. "Even if you can't quit smoking now, changing smoking habits, like where, when and how much you smoke, can be positive steps in preparation of quitting and will protect the health of nonsmokers and children in the home."
The interaction between nicotine and alcohol, two of the most abused and co-abused drugs, can impact a person's ability to learn and could have implications for treating addiction.
Teens exposed to secondhand smoke at home are at increased risk of test failure in school, suggests a new study in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
Temple University's Department of Emergency Medicine will participate in a nationwide study to pinpoint the best treatment for community-acquired MRSA, an increasingly common, antibiotic-resistant infection.
Temple University researchers believe they may have unlocked the mechanisms that silence the estrogen receptor gene alpha during breast cancer progression.
Researchers at Temple University have observed and documented electron transfer reactions on an electrode surface at the single molecule level for the first time, a discovery which could have future relevance to areas such as molecular electronics, electrochemistry, biology, catalysis, information storage, and solar energy conversion.
The Facet Theory Association, an international scholarly society, will hold its 11th Biennial International Conference at Temple University, Aug. 6"“9, the first conference to be held by FTA in the United States.
About 20 percent of children have flat feet, which can cause foot and ankle pain, night cramps, pain when walking or lower back and knee pain. If this is the case, said Temple University podiatrist Kieran T. Mahan, a child might withdraw from activities and can become more and more inactive.
By studying the addition of sugars to proteins "” a process called glycosylation "” in the nervous system of insects, Temple University researcher Karen Palter believes she may be able to better understand neurodegenerative diseases in humans.
As the weather gets warmer, more people take up running, and tend to ignore foot and ankle pain, which can lead to worse injuries later. Temple University podiatrist Dr. Howard Palamarchuk offers tips for beginning runners to avoid and treat foot injury.
Many minorities feel that they are immune to skin cancer, but this misconception leads to higher fatalities due to misdiagnoses. Temple University podiatrist Tracey Vlahovic stresses the need for minorities to check for signs of skin cancer, especially in the feet, an often overlooked area.
Temple University pediatrician Andrea McCoy provides tips for parents to keep their children active during their summer vacation.
While the government spends billions of dollars on educational and prevention programs to persuade teens not to do things like smoke, drink or do drugs, a Temple University psychologist suggests that competing systems within the brain make adolescents more susceptible to engaging in risky or dangerous behavior, and that educational interventions alone are unlikely to be effective.
A small molecule derived from the spacer domain of the tumor-suppressor gene Rb2/p130 has demonstrated the ability to inhibit tumor growth in vivo and could be developed into an anti-cancer therapeutic, according to researchers at Temple University's Sbarro Institute for Cancer Research and Molecular Medicine.
Some 18 years after the Exxon Valdez ran aground and spilled nearly 11 million gallons of crude oil into Alaska's Prince William Sound, the oil continues to cause environmental problems. To help determine why the oil continues to linger long after experts predicted it would disappear, Temple University has been awarded a three-year, $1.2 million grant by the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Trustee Council.
Small populations of Melanesians "” among the most genetically diverse people on the planet "” have significant differences in their mitochondrial DNA that can be linked to where they live, the size of their home island and the language they speak.
Instead of making resolutions which are often times quickly forgotten, New Years is a good time to take personal inventory of our lives, says a Temple University psychologist.
Traditional or retro toys instead of electronic educational toys may be the best holiday gifts for helping children learn while they are playing, advises two child developmental psychologists.
Parents and pre-school children have a more positive interaction when sharing a reading experience with a traditional book as opposed to an electronic book or e-book, according researchers at Temple University's Infant Laboratory and Erikson Institute in Chicago. This shared positive experience from traditional books characteristically promotes early literacy skills.
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