Researchers discovered genetic links between coronary artery disease, major depression, and cardiomyopathy, mediated by inflammatory pathways. Findings suggest that medications for heart disease and depression could jointly reduce inflammation and lower cardiomyopathy risk.
Individuals with high anxiety sensitivity experience more sexual pain, lower sexual satisfaction (particularly in women), and increased sexual distress. These effects are notable even after accounting for overall psychological well-being, highlighting anxiety sensitivity as a significant factor in sexual health.
Higher dietary intake of advanced glycation end products (AGEs) correlates with more severe depression symptoms and increased sleep disturbances, independent of other factors like age or BMI, according to new research.
Recent research reveals that children with ADHD face persistent social challenges linked to decision-making deficits, such as impulsivity and difficulty delaying gratification. These findings underscore the need for targeted interventions focusing on cognitive skills to improve social interactions.
A recent study found that individuals who frequently engage in spontaneous self-affirmation tend to perceive more meaning in their lives and exhibit lower levels of boredom proneness.
Researchers have discovered a new genetic variant, RAB32 Ser71Arg, linked to Parkinson's disease across several countries. This variant interacts with proteins affecting dopamine levels and cell functions, providing insights into the disease's molecular pathways and potential new avenues for treatment.
Older Canadian women use curling to manage aging, showing that the sport helps them resist physical and cognitive decline, adapt to age-related changes with inclusive modifications, and redefine aging as an active, community-engaged period of their lives.
A meta-analysis found no link between childhood cognitive ability and adult depression, despite analyzing data across different ages and genders. The study was published in the Journal of Affective Disorders.
New research finds that individuals with midlife occupations demanding high cognitive engagement have a lower risk of developing mild cognitive impairment and dementia after age 70 compared to those in more routine, less cognitively demanding jobs.
Individuals who sleep more on weekends, known as weekend catch-up sleep, show significantly fewer depressive symptoms, particularly men and adults under 65 who sleep less during weekdays.
Nostalgia significantly motivates individuals to engage in rituals, enhancing the meaning they ascribe to their lives. The findings highlight the deep psychological impacts of ritualistic behaviors influenced by nostalgic emotions.
A 52-year-old man from Florida, who had been suffering from worsening migraines unresponsive to medication, underwent a CT scan. The scan revealed that his brain was infested with tapeworm cysts.
Owning cats during early life may more than double the risk of developing schizophrenia-related disorders in young adulthood, though the impact on milder psychotic-like experiences remains unclear.
Higher levels of experiential avoidance correlate with increased problematic smartphone use, whereas higher levels of mindfulness are associated with reduced usage. These findings illustrate the significant impact of psychological traits on smartphone addiction.
Both alcohol consumption and stress exposure throughout life significantly heighten the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, through mechanisms that likely involve neuroinflammation affecting key brain regions.