A study of over 1,000 adults over 40 found that playing musical instruments is linked with improved working memory and executive function, suggesting that musical engagement may enhance cognitive reserve and potentially reduce the risk of cognitive impairment in older...
New research in Scientific Reports reveals our ability to be present and enjoy life is partly written in our DNA, suggesting genetics play a key role in mindfulness and well-being, alongside our unique experiences.
A clinical trial combining virtual reality and brain stimulation showed promising results in reducing PTSD symptoms among U.S. veterans, marking a potential breakthrough in treatment approaches and offering new hope for those affected by the condition.
Misleading social media trends trivialize PTSD, blending myth with reality. A psychiatrist debunks these, sharing insights from treating diverse trauma survivors, stressing PTSD's complexity and advocating for genuine understanding and treatment.
A study finds no significant association between playing most video game genres and stress or anxiety levels in college students, except for a slight correlation with life simulation games. This suggests gaming's minimal impact on mental health, challenging assumptions about...
A study from Bengaluru, India, reveals bilingualism could protect older adults from dementia and mild cognitive impairment, emphasizing the cognitive benefits of speaking multiple languages regardless of educational background.
NIH researchers analyzed over 10,000 brain images, uncovering a link between ADHD symptoms and atypical connectivity between the brain's frontal cortex and deep structures involved in learning, emotion, and behavior control. This large-scale study opens new paths for understanding and...
New research suggests living in socioeconomically disadvantaged neighborhoods might impact cognitive abilities in older individuals, independently of brain pathologies. Higher education appears to mitigate these effects, suggesting cognitive reserve plays a key role in brain health.
New research has found autistic adults are more generous to strangers than non-autistic individuals. This increased generosity, evident in a money division task, suggests autism may involve a more consistent application of fairness norms.
Researchers have found that antidepressants increase the brain's network reconfiguration activity, making connections more dynamic and flexible.
New research from the University of Bristol shows lasting happiness requires ongoing practice. The 'Science of Happiness' course boosted student wellbeing significantly, but only those who continued with activities like gratitude and meditation maintained improvements over time.
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.
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