Study shows people feel happier when doing everyday activities with others
Psychological research indicates that social connection is a key driver of well-being. A recent study of over 41,000 Americans shows...
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Interracial couples tend to feel more jealousy, but a strong sense of unity can buffer its impact
People in interracial relationships reported higher levels of general, cognitive, and emotional jealousy than same-race couples, but these feelings didn’t...
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Frequent dreams and nightmares surged worldwide during the COVID-19 pandemic
An international study of over 15,000 adults across 16 countries found that dream recall and nightmares became more common during...
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New study links intermittent fasting to improved mood via brain’s dopamine system
A new study suggests that intermittent fasting may reduce symptoms of depression by activating dopamine D1 receptors in the brain’s...
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East Asians more open to chatbot companionship than Westerners
A new study highlights cultural differences in attitudes toward AI companionship. East Asian participants were more open to emotionally connecting...
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New study links depression to accelerated brain aging
A new study using brain scans from a Japanese cohort shows that individuals with major depressive disorder have brains that...
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Infrared imaging uncovers emotional sensitivity in 10-month-old babies
A new cross-cultural study reveals that by 10 months of age, babies show both physiological and behavioral signs of emotional...
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No park? No problem. Just imagining nature can ease your stress
A recent study found that mental imagery of natural environments promotes greater relaxation than urban imagery, both subjectively and physiologically.
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Hallucinogen-related ER visits linked to higher risk of schizophrenia, study finds
A new study suggests that emergency visits involving hallucinogens could be a warning sign for future schizophrenia, especially among younger...
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Study: Ritalin improves numeric memory but not overall cognition in non-ADHD adults
A new study finds that low-dose methylphenidate offers minimal cognitive benefits for healthy adults, challenging its growing reputation as a...
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New study: Playing “Beat Saber” VR game enhances mental function in sedentary students
A new study shows that playing virtual reality games can boost brain power in sedentary female students.
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Friendship satisfaction is key to happiness among single emerging adults
What makes single young adults happy? A new study finds that friendships matter more than family, personality, or self-esteem in...
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Men who reject gender equality are more likely to commit intimate partner violence
Men with more traditional, gender-inequitable beliefs were over twice as likely to report committing intimate partner violence, according to a...
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Lonely teens face higher risk of PTSD and depression later in life
Adolescents who experience high loneliness are more likely to develop PTSD, depression, and stress-related conditions in adulthood.
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Women with ADHD-diagnosed partners report lower quality of life and higher depression
Women in relationships with ADHD-diagnosed partners face higher depression and lower life quality. However, regular self-care and health-promoting activities may...
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