Consuming unsweetened caffeinated coffee is linked to a lower risk of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and related mortality, while sweetened or artificially sweetened coffee showed no such benefits.
Researchers found differences in oral bacteria between mentally healthy individuals and those with mental health symptoms, suggesting a connection between oral health and the brain, potentially linked through shared metabolic pathways like tryptophan breakdown.
A small study found that focused ultrasound safely reduced amyloid plaques and improved neuropsychiatric symptoms in Alzheimer’s patients without medication, offering a promising new treatment approach by targeting the brain’s blood-brain barrier.
Torture survivors show reduced brain connectivity in areas controlling attention, response inhibition, and motor functions, likely linked to PTSD symptoms. These changes highlight how torture deeply impacts cognitive processes and mental health.
Alexithymia is a condition where people struggle to identify and express emotions, affecting relationships, self-awareness, and emotional regulation. It’s linked to various conditions but can improve with practice and emotional awareness strategies.
A study found that non-deceptive placebos, openly disclosed as inactive, reduced stress, anxiety, and depression when remotely administered, offering a low-cost, scalable mental health intervention during prolonged stress like the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hispanic older adults who frequently attended religious services experienced slower cognitive decline, unlike White or Black participants. This highlights potential cultural factors in the relationship between religious involvement and cognitive health.
Men with hypersexual disorder exhibit higher levels of emotional instability, impulsivity, social withdrawal, and interpersonal difficulties compared to men without the condition.
A qualitative study suggests generative AI chatbots can provide emotional sanctuary, insightful guidance, and joy. Participants’ experiences highlight both potential benefits and limitations, including safety protocols and the lack of memory and depth.
Researchers used smartphone navigation data to identify older adults at risk for Alzheimer’s. Frequent pauses during wayfinding, called "orientation stops," effectively distinguished individuals with subtle cognitive decline.
Researchers found that the immune enzyme TYK2 adds a tag to tau protein, causing toxic buildup in the brain. Blocking TYK2 reduced harmful tau and neuron damage in mice, offering a potential new target for Alzheimer’s treatment.
Ultrafast memory consolidation—brief moments of learning during breaks—works similarly in individuals with and without autism, showing that autistic traits do not disrupt rapid memory stabilization or learning processes.
Individuals with a history of sex work reported more symptoms of muscle dysmorphia, including a stronger drive for muscularity and life disruptions caused by it, but not greater dissatisfaction with their appearance.
Men, younger people, and sexual minorities are more likely to worry about compulsive sexual behaviors, with concerns differing by gender, religion, and behavior type
A recent study found that early teens who spend more time on social media, texting, or video chatting are more likely to experiment with alcohol, nicotine, or cannabis.