Loneliness and isolation rates among older Americans return to pre-pandemic levels, but still remain high
Loneliness and isolation among older adults have returned to pre-pandemic levels, but over one-third remain affected. Vulnerable groups, including those...
Hippocampal neurogenesis decreases PTSD symptoms in mice, study finds
Researchers found that increasing hippocampal neurogenesis through interventions like exercise weakened trauma memories and reduced PTSD-like symptoms in mice, suggesting...
Neuroscientists just turned a major Alzheimer’s theory on its head
New research suggests Alzheimer's drugs may improve cognition by increasing Aβ42 levels rather than just reducing plaques, challenging the amyloid...
Emotion dysregulation is a core component of ADHD, study finds
A new study identifies emotion dysregulation as a core ADHD symptom linked to brain structure, distinct from cognitive or motivational...
Lab-grown “mini-brains” shed light on severe autism and offer hope for treatment
A groundbreaking study has used patient-derived stem cells to recreate a rare genetic form of autism in the lab.
Laughter yoga boosts well-being and reduces stress in nursing students, study finds
Laughter yoga improved well-being and reduced stress in nursing students but had no measurable impact on academic self-efficacy. It shows...
18-month-olds tailor communication to others’ knowledge, new study finds
A recent study found that 18-month-old infants adapt their pointing gestures based on their partner’s knowledge, providing clearer signals to...
New psychology research shows what’s really driving your fear of missing out
While FOMO often gets blamed on social media, a new study suggests the real cause is far more personal.
It’s not digital illiteracy: Here’s why older adults are drawn to dubious news
Older adults' engagement with unreliable news stems from entrenched partisan bias rather than digital illiteracy or cognitive decline, according to...
Partner’s positive mood linked to reduced cortisol levels in older couples
Partners’ positive emotions are associated with lower cortisol levels in older adults, especially in satisfying relationships. The findings highlight potential...