NeuropsychologyAug 16, 2026
Could a Weight Loss Medicine Also Protect You From Dementia?
Could a medicine you're already considering for weight loss also lower your risk of dementia, one of the most feared diseases of aging?
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NeuropsychologyAug 16, 2026
A little movement in midlife could pay off for your brain years later
Exercise and healthy blood sugar levels in midlife may help slow cognitive decline decades later. Physical activity appeared especially beneficial for Mexican American adults, suggesting that some brain-protective…
Child PsychologyAug 16, 2026
This viral ADHD test on TikTok sparks outrage among doctors: here’s why
The Risks of Self-Diagnosis (Thanks, TikTok…) Your mind is racing nonstop, you keep forgetting people’s names, you talk way too fast, you tend to interrupt others, and you find it impossible to ...
ResearchAug 16, 2026
Scientists uncover an energy paradox in the brain during REM sleep
A recent study found that during REM sleep, the brain receives a surge of blood and nutrients, yet energy levels inside neurons actually drop. This “energy paradox” suggests the sleeping brain dynamically reorganizes its…
Mental HealthAug 16, 2026
Plans for mental health court which could have dealt with Eleanor Donaldson gathering dust since Covid outbreak
Evidence from experts, including a consultant forensic psychiatrist, led judge Paul Ramsey to the conclusion that Eleanor Donaldson was unfit to stand trial. Dr Christine Kennedy told the court ...
Child PsychologyAug 16, 2026
Autism pioneer says too many people are being misdiagnosed
One morning in 1947, deep in rural Germany, a six-year-old Uta Frith walked herself to her first day at primary school. A school inspector welcomed the new cohort by asking who among them was the ...
Child PsychologyAug 16, 2026
ADHD and shared experiences
A duet about ADHD that highlights relatable moments and asks whether others have similar experiences.
Health PsychologyAug 16, 2026
As Trump blocks Medicaid funds, one trans teen's mom asks: What's next?
A longtime Republican living in California says the Trump administration's continuing actions to target transgender youth take a personal toll.
Cognitive PsychologyAug 16, 2026
Imagine There Was No Naturalistic Decision-Making Movement
The Naturalistic Decision-Making community just celebrated its 40th anniversary. A counterfactual exercise of imagining that NDM had never started reveals its many contributions.
AI & TechnologyAug 16, 2026
Lloyd Business School hosts leaders on campus, highlighting the intersection of technology and mental health
Archit Rajesh, SVP of FirstMeridian, discusses technology and mental health with students at Lloyd Business School during Leaders on Campus.
Family & RelationshipsAug 16, 2026
Sex and Psychology is Hiring!
Sex and Psychology was founded with the goal of sharing the science of sex and relationships in a way that is informative, engaging, and accessible. Most of us never received the sex education that we deserved—we either…
Health PsychologyAug 16, 2026
The common mistake that could make aging joints hurt more
Aging gradually wears down the cartilage and fluid that protect our joints, but avoiding movement may actually make matters worse. Exercise helps nourish cartilage, strengthens the muscles that protect joints, and can…
Positive PsychologyAug 16, 2026
Feeling Lost at Sea: Storytelling as a Tool for Resilience
As sailors on the USS Abraham Lincoln endure a record-length deployment and a mounting mental health crisis, storytelling offers a practical path to resilience and hope.
ResearchAug 16, 2026
Psychedelic drug calms hyperactive brain cells linked to chronic pain
A single dose of psilocybin rapidly relieved both chronic pain and depression-like symptoms in mice. Researchers discovered the psychedelic compound works by calming hyperactive neurons in a specific brain region…
Mental HealthAug 16, 2026
1 in 6 adults plagued by loneliness as researchers reveal lasting impact of COVID pandemic
An Imperial College London study of over 135,000 adults found nearly one in six people reported feeling lonely often, surprising researchers. COVID made things worse, the study noted.
Child PsychologyAug 16, 2026
Pardee expands adolescent behavioral services
UNC Health Pardee Wednesday celebrated the expansion of care with a ceremonial ribbon cutting for the new inpatient Pardee Adolescent Behavioral Health Center at Pardee Hospital. The ceremony marked t ...
ResearchAug 16, 2026
Doomscrolling political news during your downtime predicts reduced engagement at work
Consuming political news outside of work is associated with how employees feel on the job. A new study suggests negative media predicts workplace anxiety, while positive content is linked to increased hope and…
Child PsychologyAug 16, 2026
Your Child’s Anxiety Has a Daily Schedule
What if I share with you that anxiety in children can seem maddeningly unpredictable? After decades of working with anxious, overthinking children and teens, Iâve noticed something parents often miss: worry often…
Social MediaAug 16, 2026
Insomniac director warns of social media hate towards Marvel's Wolverine
Insomniac director James Stevenson warns of social media hate directed at Marvel's Wolverine. The algorithm is endangering the developers' mental health.
NeuropsychologyAug 16, 2026
The everyday mineral a Harvard doctor says could help protect your brain from dementia
A decade-long study looked at 27 metals in the brain – and found one surprising link to Alzheimer’s ...
ResearchAug 16, 2026
Billions of sea stars have died. A Northwest tribe is trying to save the species
Sunflower sea stars are critically endangered in the Pacific Ocean. University of Washington researchers are working with the Samish Indian Nation to bring this 24-armed creature back from the brink of extinction.
Health PsychologyAug 16, 2026
Doctors and women who've had it call for more attention on postpartum psychosis
The high-profile murder trial of Lindsay Clancy's has put the condition in the spotlight. Women who have had it call for more research and understanding of a difficult mental illness.
Positive PsychologyAug 16, 2026
Springfield’s Mindful Miles 5K supports mental health services
The Gandara Center hosted its 12th annual Mindful Miles 5K Walk and Run at Forest Park in Springfield on Saturday morning. The event brought residents together to support mental health and recovery ...
TraumaAug 16, 2026
PTSD therapy side effects remain rare among children and adolescents, analysis finds
Psychological interventions are effective in treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in children and adolescents. But can they also have unwanted side effects? To answer this question, an ...
Clinical PsychologyAug 16, 2026
People Are Turning to AI for Mental Health, California Wants It Banned
California is one step closer to barring AI chatbots from posing as therapists and making mental health decisions without human oversight.
Mental HealthAug 16, 2026
Letters to the Editor: A permanent, safe facility is best for some with severe mental illness
SB 1373 may lead to more mentally ill people ending up in jail; however, many loved ones of these people will get a rare good night's sleep knowing that they are off the streets and at least safe ...
Military & First RespondersAug 16, 2026
Mother of veteran who died by suicide warns new health cap is failing those in need
The mother of a former navy petty officer who died by suicide while waiting for a psychologist appointment from the Department of Veteran Affairs says Labor’s $5000 cap on allied health services is ...
PersonalityAug 16, 2026
Optical Illusion personality test: What you see first reveals your hidden personality traits
Optical Illusion personality tests trick the brain into believing what the eyes see first based on a person’s perspective.Have you ever looked at a picture and instantly focused on one detail, while ...
AddictionAug 16, 2026
Police board calls on province to legislate involuntary addiction treatment
Supportive housing should be the No. 1 focus in tackling homelessness and addictions, Health Sciences North president and CEO David McNeil told the police board ...
Mental HealthAug 16, 2026
Suicide Prevention Action Network to hold Kalamazoo community town hall
The Suicide Prevention Action Network (SPAN) will be hosting a community town hall focused on reducing suicide by connecting Kalamazoo County residents with prevention resources and strategies Aug. 20 ...