Lifetime interpersonal violence may increase diabetes risk, study finds
New research provides compelling evidence that interpersonal violence or abuse (IVA) at any point in life significantly increases the risk of developing diabetes.
This groundbreaking...
Music before a sport competition can boost performance
Most of us have felt that burst of energy when our favorite song comes on, pushing us to run a little faster or lift...
What we get wrong about self-esteem: It’s built through actions, not words
Self-esteem is the sense of value we have for ourselves. It’s how we perceive ourselves: whether we think we are worthy and competent, whether...
Online activewear shopping can be a bumpy ride for women’s self-esteem
Most women love the comfort and style of activewear, the sporty clothes you can wear all day, whether you're working out or just relaxing.
You...
Four habits of happy people – as recommended by a psychologist
What makes you happy? Maybe it’s getting up early to see the sunrise, hanging out with family and friends on a weekend, or going...
How many types of narcissist are there? A psychology expert sets the record straight
Our interest in narcissism has never been higher, with Google searches for the word “narcissist” having steadily increased over the past decade.
This term has...
New insights into the link between isolation and depression
The United States Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, is spearheading efforts to counter the increasing "epidemic of loneliness and isolation" through the "National Strategy...
Why girls play it safe
A new study found out why girls are more careful than boys. Girls feel more pain when they lose something than boys do.
The study...
Intelligence and decision-making: Speed isn’t always an advantage
People with higher intelligence scores tend to think faster only when dealing with simple tasks. For complex problems, they tend to take more time compared to those with lower IQ scores.
Having more friends in midlife may lower your dementia risk by 50%
Scientists found that people who have an active social life in their middle age are less likely to have dementia when they grow old.