Therapeutic video game shows promise for post-COVID cognitive recovery
A new study finds that a therapeutic video game, AKL-T01, improved task-switching and processing speed in people with post-COVID cognitive deficits. While sustained attention did not improve, participants reported better quality of life and reduced fatigue after six weeks of...
Pandemic-era children show altered brain responses to facial expressions, new study finds
Children tested during the COVID-19 pandemic show reduced sensitivity to emotional expressions, particularly happiness—highlighting possible effects of limited social exposure in early development.
Scientists observe surprising link between mindset and vaccine outcomes
How you think about the COVID-19 vaccine may shape how your body and mind respond to it, new research suggests—affecting everything from side effects to antibody levels.
Mental disorders surged among children and teens during COVID-19 pandemic, new study finds
A new study finds that mental disorders among children and adolescents increased sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic, with anxiety and depression becoming more common, especially among females and young adults.
Anti-mandate protesters opposing COVID-19 rules often reject abortion rights
Despite the "my body, my choice" rhetoric used by anti-mandate protesters, a Sex Roles study reveals that opposition to COVID-19 public health measures is actually associated with opposition to abortion rights.
How social media twists retracted COVID-19 papers, fueling mistrust in science
A new study demonstrates how retractions meant to safeguard research integrity are being reframed on social media, enabling the spread of misinformation and the erosion of public trust in scientific findings.
New neuroscience research shows COVID-19 leaves mark on young adult brains
Did COVID-19 age your brain? New research reveals young adults who recovered from COVID-19 show brain activity patterns resembling those of people decades older.
COVID-19 lockdowns linked to accelerated brain aging in adolescents, particularly in girls
New research suggests pandemic lockdowns accelerated adolescent brain aging, with girls' brains aging 4.2 years and boys' 1.4 years. This may increase neuropsychiatric disorder risks, highlighting the need for ongoing mental health support for affected teens.
Congress members less outspoken against COVID-19 policies after personal infections, study finds
After contracting COVID-19, U.S. Congress members temporarily decreased their social media opposition to COVID-19 policies by about 30%. This reduction in opposition generally lasted a few weeks.
Cognitive difficulties linger months after COVID-19 recovery
Recent research found individuals with COVID-19 reported lasting cognitive difficulties, particularly with memory and planning, up to a year post-infection. These challenges were significantly higher compared to those without a history of infection.
Replication study undermines claim of “women leadership advantage” during COVID-19 crisis
New research finds no consistent evidence that women governors were more effective in reducing COVID-19 deaths, challenging previous claims of a gender-based leadership advantage during crises
Asian workers hit hard by job losses, wage cuts as anti-Asian sentiment rose under Trump, new study shows
New research suggests that anti-Asian sentiment, driven in part by Donald Trump’s rhetoric and Fox News coverage, resulted in higher unemployment and wage losses for Asian workers in face-to-face jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Inflammation from severe COVID-19 can damage brainstem, leading to prolonged symptoms, new research suggests
Scientists using advanced MRI scanners found that severe COVID-19 can cause long-lasting damage to the brainstem, potentially explaining persistent symptoms like breathlessness, fatigue, and anxiety, offering insights into the neurological basis of long COVID.
Childhood abuse predicts increased risk of post-COVID conditions, new research shows
A new study found that individuals who experienced childhood abuse have a significantly higher risk of developing long COVID, with severe abuse increasing the risk by 42%. This underscores the importance of considering trauma history in post-COVID health evaluations.
Scientists discover troubling brain changes in COVID-19 patients who lost sense of smell
COVID-19 patients who experienced loss of smell showed long-term brain changes, including structural thinning, decreased white matter integrity, and altered decision-making behavior, suggesting potential neurological consequences even after recovery.
