Psychology
Does Revenge Taste Sweet? New Study Challenges Assumptions
Science
Summary: A new study explores the complex moral landscape of revenge, revealing that people’s reactions to revenge vary significantly based on the ...
High-Potency Cannabis Linked to Youth Psychosis
Health
Summary: Young individuals who use high-potency cannabis between ages 16 and 18 are twice as likely to experience psychosis by their mid-twenties ...
Mom’s Stress Hormone Shapes Child’s IQ
Health
Summary: Elevated cortisol levels during the third trimester of pregnancy are linked to lower IQ scores in 7-year-old boys, but not in ...
Gut Microbes Influence Autism-Related Behaviors
Health
Summary: A new study demonstrates the profound influence of gut microbes on behavior, particularly in the context of autism spectrum disorders (ASD). ...
Reciprocal Relationship Between Depression and Exercise
Health
Summary: Researchers uncovered a reciprocal relationship between depression and physical activity in adults. The findings reveal that current depression symptoms can deter ...
40 Percent of Mental Illnesses Linked to Childhood Maltreatment
Health
Summary: Up to 40% of prevalent mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and substance abuse, stem from childhood maltreatment. The study estimates ...
Autism and PTSD Are Vulnerably Linked
Health
Summary: Individuals on the autism spectrum are particularly susceptible to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The research demonstrates that even mild stressors, which ...
Lack of Sleep in Childhood Linked to Increased Psychosis Risk
Health
Summary: Children who consistently experience insufficient sleep from infancy through early childhood are significantly more likely to develop psychosis as young adults. ...
Psychedelics Activate Serotonin to Produce Antidepressant Effect
Health
Summary: A new study advanced our understanding of how psychedelic drugs activate serotonin receptors to offer potential treatments for neuropsychiatric disorders. The ...
Dementia is on the rise — here are 12 risks to avoid
Health
Cases of dementia are on the rise globally. Here’s how you can protect your brain today. Halfpoint Images | Moment | Getty ...
