In a pioneering study published in Nature Human Behavior, researchers from Virginia Tech and collaborators have made significant strides in understanding the neurochemical basis of social interactions, focusing on the roles of dopamine and serotonin.
A new study introduces the iFocus method, using eye-tracking to objectively measure ADHD stimulant medication effects.
Research in Translational Psychiatry reveals exposure therapy not only reduces specific fears, like spiders, but also lessens related, untreated fears, such as heights. This suggests the therapy's broad efficacy in addressing fear generalization.
We all want to eat healthily. But sometimes these plans are sabotaged by powerful cravings for sweet, salty or carb-heavy foods. So why do you crave these foods when you’re trying to improve your diet or lose weight? And what...
UCLA Health discovers Kundalini Yoga enhances memory, reverses aging biomarkers, and supports brain health in women at Alzheimer's risk, surpassing standard memory exercises. A holistic approach may offer comprehensive cognitive benefits, highlighting yoga's potential in Alzheimer’s prevention.
A study published in npj Mental Health Research examined the usage and outcomes of Intelligent Social Agents (ISAs) by students, investigating whether they exacerbate loneliness or offer meaningful social support, amidst ongoing debates about their impact on human relationships.
Social media's impact on female teens involves complex interactions between social comparison, body surveillance, and selfie posting, with self-esteem moderating these effects. This emphasizes the influence of online and societal beauty standards on self-image.
Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) affects behavior and language, with genetics playing a key role. Studies on genes and proteins linked to FTD and ALS offer hope for treatments, exploring brain circuitry and potential for reversing symptoms.
Scientists have developed a machine learning model that predicts Alzheimer's onset up to seven years early, identifying high cholesterol and osteoporosis as key predictors, especially in women. Published in Nature Aging, this study marks a significant step toward early diagnosis...
A new study reveals how life's pivotal moments—from the joy of marriage and childbirth to the challenges of unemployment and loss—uniquely sculpt our journey to happiness. It uncovers the relationships between events, showing that the path to well-being lies in...
Undergraduates, especially women, who embrace "raunch culture" show higher depressive symptoms, linked to increased social media use and social comparisons. This cycle may worsen their mental health, highlighting the need for awareness of raunch culture's psychological impacts.
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) cause widespread changes in the brain, leading to new neural pathways across hemispheres. Employing advanced imaging, researchers observed the brain's remarkable adaptability post-injury, highlighting the need for tailored treatments.
A study in the Journal of Affective Disorders Reports links ADHD and hypersexual behavior, showing those with ADHD may engage in hypersexual activities as a coping mechanism for psychological distress. Impulsivity and emotional regulation difficulties in ADHD are key factors...
A study published in Nature Communications found that SSRIs like fluoxetine can affect early brain development, altering connections in the prefrontal cortex. The research, using rodents, highlights serotonin's crucial role in brain maturation.
Recent study in Archives of Sexual Behavior reveals women's body dissatisfaction and weight loss motivation are significantly influenced by local sex ratio. Higher women-to-men ratios increase competition, leading to more body dissatisfaction and dieting intentions among women.