In most cases this problem is caused by custom third-party java-script codes that conflict with the software java-script code. I suggest that you use FireBug to find out if there is a java-script error. You can find the information on how to use FireBug - the add-on for Firefox - here.
From now on we have added the possibility to turn off Java-Script on the Index page. This allows you to remove inappropriate code.
How to use it:
http://[your_site_URL]/index/customize