An international research team has linked genes and brain anatomy with the human propensity for risky behaviors, such as smoking, alcohol and drug use, speeding, or frequently changing sexual partners ...

A study has found that people exercise regularly, quit smoking, and practice five other health strategies can improve their chances of living longer after cancer.

It's natural to push the boundaries when growing up. It’s no surprise that experimenting with risky situations comes with age. People are naturally curious, keen to get personal experience of whether ...

An insufficient food supply causes animals to engage in higher-risk behavior: the willingness to take risks rises by an average of 26 per cent in animals that have experienced hunger earlier in their ...

Alcohol’s cancer risk is shaped by a powerful mix of biology, behavior, and social factors—often in ways people don’t expect.