Scientists are beginning to trace a surprising link between the genes that shape dog behavior and the biology that underpins human mood and social traits. Instead of treating canine affection and ...

Many dog breeds are noted for their personalities and behavioral traits, from the distinctive vocalizations of huskies to the herding of border collies. People have worked to identify the genes ...

The same child may be willing to help loved ones at home, but experience difficulties in relationships with classmates. When studying the genetics of social behavior, such differences are important: ...

A massive genetic analysis of over a million people has identified hundreds of specific DNA variations tied to human ...

Why do some people and not others love animals? Studies have reported that kids raised with pets usually have pets when they are adults. And often, it is the same type of pet. But the tendency for pet ...

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A huge analysis probes the genetics of personality, finding that the trait is much less straightforward than physical ...

These genetic variants aren’t a crystal ball, but they can predict personality traits and potential life outcomes.

From curly hair to an introverted character, there is a lot we inherit from our parents. But is it possible that our genes can also influence our well-being? According to science, yes – happiness, ...

Dr. Bob Lahita ran New Jersey’s top hospitals and ambulance services, operated a triage unit on the ground in NJ on 9/11, authored a library of medical volumes, cared for my late husband and I know ...

In the Republic Book II Plato is addressing paradoxes of human behavior and finds the solution by saying an integral part of human nature is dog-like. Our inner dog seeks belonging and craves to ...