Psychological stress disrupts communication between the brain and gut, reducing protective mucus production in the intestines. This weakens the immune system and makes the body more vulnerable to infections, but probiotics may help restore balance.
A study found that neuroticism and introversion are significant predictors of depression across the lifespan, with anxiety showing strong links to these traits in adulthood, while physical health factors like BMI also contribute to depression risk.
A recent study found that college women who feel pressured to conform to norms like modesty and thinness experience more psychological distress, while norms focused on relationships and caregiving are linked to lower distress levels.
People who value happiness tend to feel better in the short term, with more positive emotions and better life satisfaction. However, focusing more on happiness doesn’t lead to lasting improvements over time.
Excessive mind wandering, rumination, and reduced mindfulness may explain the link between ADHD symptoms and increased anxiety and depression, highlighting potential areas for improving treatment in adults with ADHD.
Researchers recently developed a tool, the Gaslighting Relationship Exposure Inventory (GREI), to measure gaslighting in romantic relationships. They found gaslighting is linked to psychological abuse, depression, and lower relationship quality across different cultures.
Men who frequently watch violent pornography are more likely to show sexual aggression, accept harmful myths about rape, display hostility toward women, and struggle with emotional regulation, compared to those who watch less or nonviolent content, according to new research.
A study found that prolonged sunlight exposure, especially over two hours daily, may be linked to reduced brain volume and increased markers of brain aging, with more pronounced effects in men and individuals under 60 years old.
Scientists restored age-related decline in brain waste clearance in mice using an existing drug, prostaglandin F2 alpha. This approach may help prevent toxic protein buildup linked to Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, offering potential for future neurological disease treatments.
A new study published in Personal Relationships explores how perceptions of a romantic partner's drinking habits are related to relationship satisfaction and mental health among young adults.
Debunking common myths about antidepressants is essential for helping individuals make informed choices about treatment options, ensuring decisions are based on facts rather than misconceptions.
Researchers developed a model using blood proteins and clinical data to predict Parkinson's disease risk up to 15 years before symptoms appear. This early detection could help prevent or delay the progression of the disease.
People with high social anxiety adapt less to angry faces compared to happy faces, which may contribute to their negative perception of social cues. Those with low social anxiety showed no such difference.
Financial programs, like money management and representative payee services, can help improve mental health, reduce substance use, and enhance overall functioning in adults with mental illness or addiction.
AuDHD, the co-occurrence of autism and ADHD, brings unique challenges and traits. Once thought incompatible, these conditions overlap more than you might expect.