Latest articles by Robin Nixon Pompa
How to tell you're in love with someone, according to science
Reference Your brain and behaviors tell you you're in love in a variety of ways. Here's 14 signs you've been struck by Cupid.
Going for Gold! 7 Olympic Secrets to Success
The same tricks that work for Olympians can also lead to everyday success.
25 Medical Myths That Just Won't Go Away
Some medical myths endure no matter how many times they've been disproven. Here are 25 that just won't go away.
10 Things Every Woman Should Know About a Man's Brain
From his wandering eye to his real desire to mate for life, learn what every woman should know about the male brain.
11 Big Fat Pregnancy Myths
To separate fact from fiction, we examined the science behind the hearsay.
5 Myths About Fertility Treatments
LiveScience debunks a host of misconceptions about test-tube babies.
Adolescent Angst: 5 Facts About the Teen Brain
Here's what's really going on inside your teen's head.
Odd Ways the Mind Warps Time
Your age, emotional state and even type of activity can affect how you perceive time.
Matters of the Brain: Why Men and Women Are So Different
Here are the sex differences in the brain that are backed by science.
Tetris May Treat PTSD, Flashbacks
Video-game therapy may seem simple, but studies show soldiers and other trauma victims may benefit.
The Neuroscience of Self-Esteem, Self-Criticism and Self-Compassion
Here's a look at how the brain navigates the "self."
Self-Compassion: The Most Important Life Skill?
Here's a parenting tip that may trump Amy Chua's tiger mom advice.
5 Ways to Foster Self-Compassion in Your Child
Here's a critical life skill you can impart to your children, experts say.
5 Myths About Women's Bodies
Much misinformation about the female body circulates in mainstream consciousness.
Bullies Bruise Brains, Not Just Egos
How bullies change their victims' brains and help instill social anxiety.
11 Facts Every Parent Should Know About Their Baby's Brain
Find out why all babies are born too early, why they make silly faces, and how fast their brains grow.
The Midlife Crisis Is a Total Myth
The red sports car and sex with the secretary don't define midlife, experts say.
5 Myths About the Male Body
From rumors about foot size to sex life, here are 5 assumptions about men's bodies that are totally false.
Best Fitness Routines Fit Your Personality, Studies Show
What do your exercise habits say about your personality?
Adult Picky Eaters Now Recognized as Having a Disorder
Bob Krause is 63 years old, but admits he eats like a 4-year-old.
