Brain scans shed light on how green space might support children’s cognitive development
Living near trees and parks may do more than lift children’s spirits—it may shape their brains. New research reveals that...
New study shows brain circuit disruption mimics antidepressant effects
Researchers discovered that disrupting a thalamic brain region reduced passive behavior in stressed rats, similar to antidepressant treatment. The study...
Individuals adhering to ketogenic diet are less likely to suffer from depression
A new study using nearly two decades of national health data suggests that people who more closely follow a ketogenic...
Attractive long-term mates have a weird unexpected effect on women’s creativity
Women’s creativity got a boost from thinking about committed relationships—but only to a point. A new study suggests that sexual...
Scientists link common “forever chemical” to male-specific developmental abnormalities
New research suggests that a short-chain “forever chemical” thought to be safer than its predecessors may affect brain development in...
Spontaneous mind wandering linked to heavier social smartphone use
People who frequently experience unintentional mind wandering spend more time using their smartphones for social purposes, according to new research....
Attending all-girls high schools boosts women’s political engagement and leadership
Attending an all-girls high school appears to boost women’s involvement in politics and leadership, a new study finds. But while...
Older adults consuming more spermidine have better cognitive performance
New research suggests that diets higher in spermidine—a compound found in foods like mushrooms and whole grains—may be linked to...
An ancient survival instinct may explain why we crave junk food during uncertain times
New research isolates a key mechanism underlying food choice in uncertain environments. An experiment found that an individual's preconceived belief...
Trump supporters report higher levels of psychopathy, manipulativeness, callousness, and narcissism
Support for Donald Trump is linked to darker personality traits, including increased psychopathy and decreased empathy, new research finds. The...