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Suddenly on the Spectrum: Discovering Autism as an Adult

1 week ago | studyfinds.org | Steve Fink |Faith Coleman

Autism is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that there are about 5,437,988 adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the United States. That’s about 2.21% of the adult population. Gender distribution in adults mirrors the ratios in children: about 3.62% of adult males live with ASD, while .86% of women are affected.
The New Money Mindset: How Americans Are Embracing Frugality

1 week ago | studyfinds.org | Steve Fink

61% of Americans agree that being “frugal” is less tacky today than 10 years ago, viewing it as being careful with money (46%) rather than “cheap” (23%). Generational differences exist in financial openness: only 13% of Gen Z would be uncomfortable asking basic money questions compared to 64% of baby boomers.
Seniors Who Consume Protein Three Times a Day Are Stronger

1 week ago | studyfinds.org | Steve Fink

MONTREAL — That morning yogurt might be more important than you think. Researchers have found that spreading your protein intake across breakfast, lunch, and dinner could help maintain muscle strength as you grow older. Many people load up on protein at dinner – a chicken breast, steak, or fish fillet – while skimping at breakfast and lunch. According to a study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, this common eating pattern might be working against us, especially as we age.
Why Conservatives Don't Trust Scientists -- And What That Means For Society

1 week ago | studyfinds.org | Steve Fink

Liberals consistently trust scientists more than conservatives across all 35 scientific fields studied, even in seemingly non-political areas like mathematics. Five different messaging strategies designed to increase conservatives’ trust in scientists all failed, suggesting the ideological divide reflects deeply rooted attitudes rather than simple misunderstandings.
How Ancient Humans Maintained Advanced Flames During Earth's Coldest Period

1 week ago | studyfinds.org | Steve Fink

Stone Age humans mastered fire technology during Earth’s harshest climate period 23,000 years ago, creating hearths that reached temperatures of 600°C—comparable to modern campfires. Despite theories suggesting otherwise, these Ice Age people primarily used wood (specifically spruce) as fuel rather than bone, showing sophisticated environmental knowledge.
Revolutionary DNA Method Could Save Thousands from Ineffective Cancer Treatments

1 week ago | studyfinds.org | Steve Fink

Cambridge researchers developed a new DNA classification system that reveals hidden patterns in cancer, potentially transforming how doctors identify patients who will respond to immunotherapy treatments. Their diagnostic tool PRRDetect achieved extraordinary accuracy in identifying tumors with specific repair deficiencies, outperforming current methods that miss up to 66% of responsive cases.
Scientists Create 'Minority Report' Tech That Lets You Physically Touch, Move Holograms

1 week ago | studyfinds.org | Steve Fink

Spanish researchers created FlexiVol, a 3D display with elastic materials that lets users reach inside and directly manipulate digital objects with their bare hands Users completed tasks nearly twice as fast using reach-through interaction compared to traditional 3D mouse controls, with lower mental workload The technology could transform fields like education, design, and museum exhibits by letting multiple people collaborate with 3D content without needing VR headsets PAMPLONA, Spain —...
How Rushed Parents Are Putting Kids in Danger During Morning Drop-Off at School

1 week ago | studyfinds.org | Steve Fink

Risky driving behaviors were observed at 98% of the 552 Canadian elementary schools studied, with the most common being unsafe mid-block crossings (80%). Schools with fewer dangerous driving behaviors typically had lower speed limits, better access to entrances, more parking restrictions, and features like curb extensions. Adult crossing guards were associated with safer driving around schools, while child-only crossing guards were more common at schools with higher rates of dangerous driving.
Falling for Machines: The Growing World of Human-AI Romance

1 week ago | studyfinds.org | Steve Fink

As AI technology advances, humans are forming increasingly intimate relationships with AI companions, raising ethical concerns about how these relationships might disrupt human connections. AI companions can cause harm by providing dangerous advice that users trust due to emotional bonds formed through conversation, remembering personal details, and simulating human-like behavior.
Crystal Time Capsules in Arabian Caves Reveal Desert's Green Secret Past

1 week ago | studyfinds.org | Steve Fink

The Arabian Peninsula experienced multiple wet periods over the past 8 million years, transforming from desert to green corridor and enabling species migration between Africa and Eurasia. Cave formations reveal ancient rainfall patterns shifted over time, with older rain coming from southern monsoons and newer precipitation from Mediterranean winter storms.