Although little known, developmental language disorder is estimated to affect 7.5% of the French population. Often mistaken for shyness, an attention problem, or intellectual difficulties, this invisible disability, which...

Digital sovereignty has become a central goal of European policy. Beyond artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and cloud computing—or “dematerialized computing”—the debate extends...

Only one world record was broken during the “Enhanced Games,” a sports competition in which the 42 participating athletes were allowed to use performance-enhancing drugs: the record in the 50-meter freestyle, which was broken by 7 cen...

The use of placebos in clinical trials designed to evaluate new drugs is common and well known. What is less well known is that placebos are also used in hospitals and in private practice, often without...

In higher education, alcohol consumption among students may play a major role in the occurrence of sexual violence. This is suggested by a French survey conducted in 2024 of more than 65,000 students...

In 19th-century England, the medical community was rocked by a scandal involving clitoral excisions performed by a renowned surgeon. The lack of informed consent from the patients was at the heart of the debate, u...

The Mérieux family of Lyon, which has owned medical testing and vaccine manufacturing laboratories since 1897, ranks 16th among France’s wealthiest families. It embodies a certain style of Lyon-based capitalism: discretion, family, and...

The recreational use of nitrous oxide—commonly known as “laughing gas”—has become particularly popular among young people in recent years. This is a concerning trend, given its harmful effects on health.

Specialized, scientifically validated cognitive and behavioral therapies can be used as part of the treatment for people with schizophrenia.

Darwin undermines the belief that humans are exceptional compared to other animals. His theory of evolution is also a possible response to creationist arguments.

A widespread human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign has been underway in middle schools since the start of the 2023 school year to improve vaccination coverage. Health psychology offers tools to overcome barriers...

A study conducted at a cancer treatment center sheds interesting light on the practice of art therapy in hospitals. While intended for patients, it also benefits healthcare providers.

Stylish, colorful, affordable, and emitting sweet, fruity aromas. The vape pen is appealing, especially to high school and middle school students, even though they are prohibited from buying it. But its sale is coming to an end.

Throughout the day, we spend a certain amount of time scratching ourselves, more or less consciously, even when there’s no real reason to. Why do we have this automatic urge to fiddle with our skin?

Heavy alcohol consumption can lead to an alcohol use disorder, which may be associated with serious complications. That is why it is important to assess your situation and seek treatment if necessary.

As it does every year, the “Dry January” campaign encourages people to reflect on their alcohol consumption and to take a break from drinking during the month of January. There are many benefits to be gained from doing so.

Have you ever looked at a familiar face and suddenly found it to be unusual or unfamiliar? It might be a case of “never-seen.”

Our transportation choices influence those around us. Policymakers could leverage this to improve the effectiveness of policies aimed at changing behavior.

Even today, a significant number of patients exhibit symptoms that remain “medically unexplained.” Can we still refer to these as psychosomatic disorders?

The benefits of physical activity are well known… Yet many people still do not get enough exercise. Decision sciences can help explain this phenomenon and offer solutions.

Children are generally more affected by violence than adults and more sensitive to the plight of animals. However, the issue of the effects that bullfighting may have on them has received little attention.

In 1950, the philosopher Theodor Adorno published the results of his research on the “authoritarian personality.” What do we know today about the factors that influence adherence to authoritarianism?

Psychoactive substances have well-known harmful effects on health. But they can also alter gene expression in users and their children. Here’s how.