Brain & Mind
Your personality may strongly affect blood pressure health
High blood pressure is known for raising the risk of heart disease, but new research shows it may also affect your personality and mental...
The science of gratitude: 5 proven benefits that improve your life instantly
How often do you say “thank you” and really mean it?
According to new research from the University of California San Diego, expressing gratitude does...
Pregnancy thyroid problems may raise autism risk, large study finds
A new study has found that women who have ongoing thyroid hormone problems during pregnancy may have a higher chance of giving birth to...
Vitamin D may help lower the risk of suicide
A study from the Center of Excellence for Suicide Prevention and collaborating institutions has found that treating low vitamin D levels with supplements may...
Vegetarian diet may increase your depression risk, study finds
Scientists from Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences report that following a vegetarian diet may be linked to a higher risk of depression.
Depression is more...
Scientists ask AI to generate human bodies—and the results reveal clear biases
A new study from the University of Toronto has found that today’s artificial intelligence image generators often reproduce—and even exaggerate—common stereotypes about the human...
Real causes of depression everyone needs to know
Depression is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people around the world. It’s more than just feeling sad or having a...
These two things are most effective ADHD treatments, study finds
A new large review of ADHD treatments has found that medication works best for both children and adults, while cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is...
6 foods you can eat to support better mental health
Mental health is a vital part of overall wellbeing. It influences how we think, feel, behave, and connect with others, and it affects our...
Coffee may slow aging in people with mental illness
Drinking a maximum of 3–4 cups of coffee a day may slow the 'biological' aging of people with severe mental illness, by lengthening their...
Why Black Friday feels so stressful — and how to outsmart the shopping hype
As Black Friday approaches, shops and websites fill with flashing deals, countdown timers, and bold promises of massive savings.
For many people, the thrill of...
Mental health problems may double heart disease risk
Almost half of all Americans live with some form of heart disease, and about one in four lives with a mental health condition.
A new...
Popular Reports
Your smartphone movement can show your personality
In a new study, researchers found that phone movement can say a lot about a user’s personality.
They used data from mobile phone accelerometers—the tiny...
Social environment very important for healthy brain aging
Scientists found that maintaining a positive social environment can help stave off some of the key stressors and challenges of aging.
New drug shows promise in treating inflammatory bowel disease
An experimental drug developed by researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine has shown remarkable potential in alleviating symptoms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).
This groundbreaking research,...
The hidden dangers of anxiety drugs you need to know
A long time ago, scientists at Yale University began looking into a group of drugs called benzodiazepines.
These medicines were created to help people who...
Poor sleep and inflammation triple depression risk in older adults, UCLA study finds
Older adults who struggle with insomnia may face more than just restless nights—they could also be at a much higher risk for depression, especially...