Sedentary time linked to faster brain aging in older adults, study finds
A large observational study found that sedentary time in older adults predicted worsening memory, shrinking brain structures, and slower mental...
People with short-video addiction show altered brain responses during decision-making
People who frequently use short-video apps like TikTok may show reduced loss sensitivity and impulsive decision-making, according to a new...
New study uncovers a surprising effect of cold-water immersion
Cold-water immersion increases energy expenditure—but it may also drive people to eat more afterward. A study in Physiology & Behavior...
Being adopted doesn’t change how teens handle love and dating
In one of the first large-scale studies on adopted adolescents’ romantic experiences, researchers found that adoption status had little effect...
Probiotics show promise for reducing hyperactivity in young children with autism and ADHD
Researchers are exploring the gut-brain connection to support children with autism and ADHD. A new clinical trial reports a specific...
Number of children affected by parental substance use has surged to 19 million, study finds
A staggering one in four children in the U.S.—nearly 19 million total—now lives with a parent battling a substance use...
National narcissism linked to emotional impairments and dehumanization, new study finds
A new study suggests that people who see their nation as uniquely important often struggle with recognizing emotions and experience...
Personality may be a key factor connecting negative parenting experiences to adult challenges
New research finds a link between how adults recall being parented and their current life difficulties. These challenges may be...
New research reveals emotional control deficits in generalized anxiety disorder
A new study suggests that individuals with generalized anxiety disorder have difficulty focusing on relevant emotional information and shifting attention...
People with higher cognitive ability have weaker moral foundations, new study finds
A large study has found that individuals with greater cognitive ability are less likely to endorse moral values such as...