How do our brains react differently in love versus friendship? New research explores the neural dynamics that might explain the deeper emotional connection between romantic partners, offering fresh insights into the science of relationships.
Read moreDetailsSleep problems in children aged 8-9 increase the risk of developing ADHD symptoms by ages 10-11, even after accounting for previous ADHD symptoms and other health factors.
Read moreDetailsSimple lifestyle changes can dramatically lower your risk of dementia.
Read moreDetailsEngaging in arts and crafts is linked to higher life satisfaction, happiness, and a sense of purpose, with effects comparable to the benefits of employment, according to a new study exploring the relationship between creative activities and mental wellbeing.
Read moreDetailsResearchers found that low-dose, long-term THC treatment in mice reverses brain aging by boosting cognitive function and synapse formation, while also showing anti-aging effects through dual-phase changes in mTOR signaling and metabolism.
Read moreDetailsPsychedelics impair attention and decision-making during use but may boost creativity afterward. In contrast, MDMA primarily disrupts memory, with no lasting cognitive benefits—highlighting the complex, varied effects of these substances on the brain.
Read moreDetailsA recent study found that politically dissimilar couples are rare in the U.S., with most partners sharing the same political views. Politically similar couples are more religious, politically extreme, and report slightly higher relationship quality than dissimilar couples.
Read moreDetailsNew research reveals that dark personality traits like Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy are linked to irrational work beliefs, such as fear of failure and obsessive control.
Read moreDetailsA meta-analysis indicates that high-dose psilocybin slightly outperforms escitalopram for treating depression. However, the research also suggests previous estimates of psychedelics' efficacy have been overstated due to issues with blinding in trials.
Read moreDetailsWomen with higher self-perceived romantic value tend to have less positive attitudes toward sunbed use, while women with higher intrasexual competition tend to spend more time tanning, according to new research
Read moreDetailsA new study indicates that Facebook posts from populist politicians and hyper-partisan media elicit high levels of anger, except for Donald Trump, whose posts predominantly garnered positive reactions, including "love," despite often delivering antagonistic messages.
Read moreDetailsNew research has found that individuals with traits like narcissism, Machiavellianism, psychopathy, and sadism often believe they are morally superior to others, despite engaging in immoral behavior.
Read moreDetailsA recent study found that children of parents with psychiatric disorders are at higher risk for a wide range of psychiatric, behavioral, and social issues, though most do not develop serious psychiatric conditions by mid-adulthood.
Read moreDetailsA study found that fear of being single is associated with higher dating anxiety, while those seeking romantic relationships through online dating reported lower romantic disillusionment.
Read moreDetailsA study found that adherence to a healthy diet is associated with lower likelihood and severity of anxiety disorders, while Western and mixed diets are linked to higher anxiety severity, suggesting a connection between dietary patterns and mental health.
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