A study found that Israeli mothers' exposure to the 2006 war did not directly affect their children's sleep, but mothers' emotional distress from the war was linked to increased sleep problems in daughters. This suggests maternal well-being post-conflict influences child...
A study in BMC Psychology reveals that social anxiety increases celebrity worship among college students, with mobile phone addiction mediating and socioeconomic status moderating this relationship.
Researchers have uncovered how substances like alcohol and drugs hijack the brain's reward pathways by altering gene expression. This profound genetic influence challenges misconceptions about addiction, highlighting its neurobiological and genetic roots and opening new avenues for targeted treatments.
New research in Behavior Genetics shows a link between genetic predisposition to stress and increased loneliness, highlighting the intricate role genetics and environment play in shaping our experiences of isolation and stress perception amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
A meta-analysis of over 200,000 participants found prenatal cannabis exposure significantly increases the risk of ADHD symptoms in offspring and suggests a possible risk for ASD. This highlights the need for caution regarding cannabis use during pregnancy.
A study in BMC Psychology finds that high neuroticism and low conscientiousness, compounded by depression, heighten the risk of TikTok Use Disorder. Amid growing concerns over social media's impact, this research underscores the complex interplay between personality, mental health, and...
Research suggests that nature experiences can extend our sense of time and shift our temporal perspective, offering a counterbalance to urban life's fast pace. Spending time in nature not only makes us feel like time stretches longer but also promotes...
Regular physical activity might significantly reduce the risk of suicide attempts among individuals with mental or other medical disorders. However, its impact on suicidal ideation and deaths remains less clear, highlighting the need for further research in this vital area...
In a groundbreaking 12-week study, daily fiber supplements improved brain function in twins over 65, hinting at a link between gut microbes and cognitive health. Prebiotic fibers like inulin and FOS altered gut microbiome, boosting beneficial bacteria.
A study reveals a direct correlation between social media and photo-editing app use, notably Snapchat and Instagram, and a rising desire for cosmetic procedures. Engagement with online beauty standards, amplified during COVID-19, is leading more people to consider aesthetic enhancements.
A preliminary study has found that combining breathing exercises with creatine significantly improves long-COVID symptoms, boosting brain and muscle creatine levels, reducing fatigue, and enhancing physical endurance, offering new hope for effective rehabilitation strategies.
Recent research in Biological Psychiatry reveals a genetic link between early language development and ADHD risk, with a notable shift from infancy to toddlerhood. This study of 17,298 children highlights the crucial role of genetics in vocabulary growth and its...
A study by Baycrest and the University of Toronto found speech speed, not word-finding difficulty, is a key indicator of cognitive health in aging. Slower speech may signal brain changes, challenging assumptions that struggling to find words is a major...
A study found 76.1% of non-hospitalized, mild Covid-19 patients experienced insomnia, with anxiety and depression heightening the risk. Despite infection severity not affecting insomnia chances, those with mental health symptoms were more prone to sleep disturbances.
Research has revealed that mice receiving gut microbiota from individuals with social anxiety disorder showed increased sensitivity to social fear, despite normal behavior in non-social tests. This highlights the potential role of gut bacteria in influencing emotions and social behaviors.