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Psychology says people who offer food to animals aren't simply feeding a stray or a pet. Research suggests this behavior reflects empathy, emotional balance, caregiving instincts and a desire for ...
An alternative biological explanation for depression could replace the outdated ‘serotonin-imbalance” causation theory.
Although dementia traditionally affects older people there are still several ways in which we can help to prevent or delay it while we're still young. Doctors have previously looked into dementia to ...
The emotional impact of the menopause transition can be just as debilitating as the physical symptoms.
Reaching a major goal can bring a deep sense of pride and accomplishment, but that feeling is often short-lived. Steady progress, on the other hand, creates ongoing opportunities to build confidence, ...
For many people who’ve had depression, mood eventually improves. Brain fog is another matter. A small clinical trial suggests the two problems may have different biological roots.
Psychology says us that happiness is not reserved only for life's biggest achievements. Our minds are remarkably responsive to movement, growth and evidence that today's efforts are making tomorrow ...
Psychology reminds us that waiting is not simply about counting minutes, it's about how our minds interpret uncertainty. The brain is remarkably good at adapting to known challenges, but it struggles ...
Russia's social media ban opts out of global movement Friday, stating children's SIM restrictions require only parental consent -- not state mandates. Australia's eSafety Commissioner found 81.5 ...
A new study from the University of Georgia suggests that mental health workers may hold the harshest views toward the very patient population they're supposed to help: people with opioid addiction.
Sharing the example on X, Goenka drew attention to the policy adopted by Chinese retailer Pang Dong Lai and questioned whether Indian companies should have a similar approach.
A new wearable patch may help people reach REM sleep faster and remain there longer without medication or surgery. In a study of 28 participants, the device shortened the time to REM by 43 minutes and extended it by…
A nonprofit healthcare CEO says New Mexico has plenty of money but needs to approach delivering services in rural areas differently.
While still in the planning phase, Bridgeway is planning to add a walk-in mental health crisis center at 95 N. Seminary St. in Galesburg.
Tramadol became one of the world’s most widely prescribed opioid painkillers after being developed by German pharmaceutical company Grünenthal. When German regulators considered imposing tighter ...
The trial seeks to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of using psilocybin to treat depression in veterans.
Many people worry about developing dementia as they get older and wonder if there's anything they can do to stop it. The honest answer is that there is currently no proven way to prevent dementia, ...
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume 123, Issue 32, August 2026.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume 123, Issue 32, August 2026. SignificanceLearning sharpens our sensory abilities, allowing us to see fine details, distinguish similar sounds, and detect subtle…
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume 123, Issue 32, August 2026. SignificanceTwo-photon microscopy (TPM) is ideally suited for in vivo brain function imaging because of its high resolution and deep…
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume 123, Issue 32, August 2026. SignificanceWhen we read sentences, our eyes move back and forth in complex ways. One factor that explains this pattern is prediction…
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume 123, Issue 32, August 2026. SignificanceAllergic asthma is a heterogeneous disease characterized by airway inflammation and hyperresponsiveness. AIM2 (Absent in…
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume 123, Issue 32, August 2026. SignificanceSleep is essential for learning and remembering but one-third of the population worldwide sleeps insufficiently. Sleep loss…
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume 123, Issue 32, August 2026. SignificanceThe Pinwheel Scheduling Problem asks whether a set of periodic tasks, each with a maximum allowed gap between executions…
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume 123, Issue 32, August 2026. The evolution of life is characterized by major transitions, i.e., the evolution of new targets of selection (e.g., prokaryotes…
If your kid has learning disabilities, an IEP can be critical—but challenging—to obtain. Here are tips from a father and school psychologist.
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There are still opportunities in midlife to prevent dementia or delay its onset, a new study finds.
A major ruling against Meta says the youth mental health crisis is a public nuisance deserving of expensive cleanup remedies.
Can we ever overcome the massive mental health crisis we are facing if we don't see ourselves as part of the evolution of living intelligence?