Lower creatine intake associated with greater depression and anxiety
Data from over 5,000 individuals in South Korea indicate that lower dietary creatine intake is associated with greater depression severity...
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Caffeine fails to alter brain network dynamics tied to attention in early adolescents
Despite concerns about caffeine's effects on young brains, researchers found no evidence that recent or regular consumption influences the relationship...
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Scientists detect sleep-like brain pulsations in awake individuals with narcolepsy
Scientists are uncovering how sleep affects brain health. In people with narcolepsy, brain scans reveal slow, rhythmic pulsations during wakefulness,...
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Multinutrient supplements may ease biological stress in children with ADHD
A new study suggests that children with ADHD who received multinutrient supplements for eight weeks showed lower levels of oxidative...
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Genetic analysis upends narrative linking social media use to lower wellbeing
A large twin study suggests the weak associations between social media use and mental health may reflect shared genetic influences,...
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Psychology researchers uncover how personality relates to rejection of negative feedback
A new study investigates why some people reject negative feedback while others take it to heart. By examining the impact...
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Reframing biblical interpretation helps religious students accept evolution
A new study suggests that offering alternatives to literal interpretations of the Bible can increase acceptance of evolution among religious...
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Testosterone levels linked to PTSD symptoms in both men and women, study finds
Mid-range testosterone levels were linked to the lowest PTSD symptoms in both men and women, while both low and high...
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Higher African ancestry may be linked to slower rise in Alzheimer’s biomarker
A new study suggests that African American individuals with higher African genetic ancestry may experience slower increases in a key...
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Politics and IQ: Are liberals smarter than conservatives?
Calling your political opponents "stupid" is as old as politics itself. But what happens when scientists actually test this idea?...
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Emotional bias may run in families, shaped by how parents and kids talk
How children interpret uncertainty may reflect how their parents do—particularly when parent–child communication is high. A study published in Developmental...
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Scientists identify skull-to-brain immune pathway linking chronic stress to depression
Chronic stress may trigger inflammation in the brain’s surrounding tissues by sending immune cells from the skull’s bone marrow. This...
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Higher caffeine intake linked to better cognitive function in older U.S. adults, study finds
Seniors who regularly consume caffeine may be less prone to cognitive decline, according to a new study. The findings reveal...
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Testosterone linked to cognitive decline but behavioral improvements in dementia patients
A study of dementia patients with behavioral symptoms suggests testosterone can have opposite effects on the brain. Higher levels of...
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Women tend to feel more fearful in nature, especially when social threats are present
Experiments involving simulated nature walks indicate women consistently report more fear, higher perceived risk, and lower willingness to explore wooded...
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