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New research from Italy reveals that sexually assertive individuals tend to be more satisfied in their romantic relationships. The study also highlights a positive connection between body appreciation, sexual esteem, and the ability to communicate sexual desires.

People using common antidepressants for up to two years report higher levels of general and sexual boredom than non-users. This hidden side effect could explain why some patients struggle to stick with their mental health treatments over time.

A massive global review of more than 100 million men reveals that the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors spikes following a relationship breakdown, with young and recently separated men facing the highest vulnerabilities.

Professions requiring constant spatial navigation physically reshape the hippocampus, the brain region Alzheimer’s attacks first. By routinely building mental maps, individuals may develop a cognitive reserve that delays the onset of severe memory loss.

A recent study indicates that people from lower-class backgrounds are less likely to negotiate their salaries. When they do ask for more, they tend to face stronger social backlash from employers, creating a difficult double bind.

A new analysis of brain imaging data suggests that migraines can be categorized into two biological groups based on brain structure and network connectivity, offering a potential new framework for understanding the condition.

Brain scans reveal that COVID-19 may leave a lasting physical imprint on the brain. A recent study found altered tissue structure and chemical imbalances in both long COVID patients and those who fully recovered from the virus.

The ability to argue using scientific evidence starts remarkably early. A new German study demonstrates that four-year-olds can effectively use evidence to refute false claims, a critical cognitive skill that expands significantly by age five.

A recent case report details how a 45-year-old man developed severe religious delusions and hallucinations after receiving prescribed testosterone injections. His undiagnosed genetic condition may have increased his vulnerability to these rare psychiatric side effects.

As women increasingly outpace men in higher education, a new study indicates that college-educated women are maintaining stable marriage rates by partnering with men without degrees. This shift corresponds with declining marriage rates for women without degrees.

A small study exploring how classical musicians experience togetherness reveals that establishing a profound connection requires more than technical precision. Performers rely on shared emotional understanding, adaptability, and visual cues to reach peak harmony during live concerts.

A recent study found that during REM sleep, the brain receives a surge of blood and nutrients, yet energy levels inside neurons actually drop. This “energy paradox” suggests the sleeping brain dynamically reorganizes its metabolic resources.

A single dose of psilocybin rapidly relieved both chronic pain and depression-like symptoms in mice. Researchers discovered the psychedelic compound works by calming hyperactive neurons in a specific brain region associated with both conditions.

Consuming political news outside of work is associated with how employees feel on the job. A new study suggests negative media predicts workplace anxiety, while positive content is linked to increased hope and helpfulness.

Legislative support for civil rights in Congress has grown over the past fifty years, but this support is increasingly divided by party. A new study indicates this polarization accelerated sharply during the 1990s and 2010s.