Context Vigilance for threat is a key feature of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). The
amygdala and the ventrolateral prefrontal cortex constitute a neural circuit that is responsible for …

Background: Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are associated with severe impairments in
social functioning. Because faces provide nonverbal cues that support social interactions, …

Recent evidence suggests that a genetic polymorphism in the promoter region (5-HTTLPR)
of the serotonin transporter gene (SLC6A4) mediates stress reactivity in adults. Little is known…

The aim of this study was to analyse the relative age effect (RAE) in competitive swimming.
The best 50 Portuguese swimmers (12‐ to 18‐year‐olds) for the main individual swimming …

Physical exercise results in very important benefits including preventing disease and promoting
the quality of life of older individuals. Common interruptions and training cessation are …

The cycling literature is filled with reports of electromyography (EMG) analyses for a better
understanding of muscle function during cycling. This research is not just limited to …

Background: Chronic diseases are the leading causes of death and disability in older women.
Physical exercise training programs promote beneficial effects for health and quality of life. …

Background: Sedentarism and inactivity are risk factors for the development of hypertension.
Thus, the prevention of the natural process of biological and physiological aging of older …

Previous studies have associated angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) D allele with
variability in the skeletal muscle baseline strength, though conclusions have been inconsistent …

The aim of this study was to assess anaerobic critical velocity in swimming, its relationships
with short distance performance and determine the maximal distance that can be performed …