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Disappointment alters brain chemistry and behavior, mouse study shows
From work meetings to first dates, it's essential to adjust our behavior for success. In certain situations, it can even be a matter of life or death. So how do we switch our behavior when situations change?
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Psilocybin shows greater potential than cannabinoids for obsessive-compulsive disorder treatment
In a review of previous studies, McMaster University researchers observe a stronger signal for psilocybin as a treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder than cannabinoids.
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Not everyone reads the room the same: Some brains perform a complicated assessment—while others take a shortcut
Are you a social savant who easily reads people's emotions? Or are you someone who leaves an interaction with an unclear understanding of another person's emotional state?
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Blood test can detect single lung cancer calls using infrared technique
A UK research team has developed a pioneering blood test that could change the way lung cancer is detected and monitored.
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Gen Zers are more likely to recognize the faces of their own age group than Boomers
GenZ's are better at recognizing people within their own age group than those outside it, according to new research.
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Childhood maltreatment leaves genetic scars tied to lifelong mental health risks
A research team led by the Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine, LKS Faculty of Medicine, the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed), has conducted a pioneering study that established a ...
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Raising legal drinking age improves academic performance and mental health
A study by the University of Zurich, based on policy changes in Spain, shows that teenagers drink significantly less alcohol when the minimum legal drinking age is raised. In addition, a reduction in drinking also leads to ...
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Can holiday stress trigger a heart attack?
It's easy to get caught up in the stress and chaos that accompany the holiday season. For some women, their busy lives become even more hectic, and the result can be overwhelming. Also, women often ignore the symptoms of ...
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Positive parenting can protect adolescents against self-harm, study shows
Self-harm refers to intentionally injuring one's own body as a coping mechanism to emotional distress. It manifests in many forms and has serious consequences, not only on physical health but also on mental health.
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Atlas of personality profiles reveals patterns between personality and life events
Have you ever wondered how your personality is related to how you do in life? Estonian researchers have put together a large overview of personality profiles—a so-called "personality atlas" that helps us better understand ...
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Assessing methods for improving access to trauma care for kids
By age 16, almost two‐thirds of kids have experienced trauma, such as abuse, neglect, natural disasters or sudden loss of a loved one, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These youth have a higher ...
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UK's Coronavirus Furlough Scheme averted major mental health crisis for millions
New research suggests the United Kingdom's Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme protected the health and well-being of around 11 million people on furlough.
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Can intimate relationships affect your heart? New study says 'yes'
With heart disease as the leading cause of death worldwide, there is growing recognition that recovery is not only physical but also emotional and social. A new study shows that strong and supportive relationships can indeed ...
Dec 16, 2025
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Digital tools can improve dementia care—for people with dementia aging in place and their caregivers
Digital technology is ever-present in how we operate in daily life, particularly to connect with others. While touted as a suitable alternative in place of in-person interactions, it has previously been unclear if the same ...
Dec 16, 2025
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Review illuminates tau protein's dual nature in brain health, disease and emerging psychiatric connections
A review published in Genomic Psychiatry by Dr. Peng Lei and colleagues presents a sweeping synthesis of tau protein research that fundamentally reframes our understanding of this molecule's dual identity.
Dec 16, 2025
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Behavioral health spending spikes to 40% of all children's health expenditures, nearly doubling in a decade
Behavioral health care has surged to represent 40% of all medical expenditures for U.S. children in 2022, nearly doubling from 22% in 2011, according to a new study published in JAMA Pediatrics. Researchers found that pediatric ...
Dec 15, 2025
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Personality traits are powerful predictors of risk of death
A study from the University of Limerick analyzing almost six million person-years of data has revealed that personality traits are linked to longevity and risk of death.
Dec 15, 2025
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Specific depressive symptoms in midlife linked to increased dementia risk
Six particular depressive symptoms when experienced in midlife predict dementia risk more than two decades later, finds a new study led by University College London (UCL) researchers.
Dec 15, 2025
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Familial patterns in criminal conviction risk observed among individuals with ADHD
A largescale, comprehensive study has found that individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are at increased risk of being convicted of crimes compared to those without ADHD, and that this association ...
Dec 15, 2025
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AI chatbots could help reduce mental health stigma
New Edith Cowan University (ECU) research suggests artificial intelligence chatbots like ChatGPT may help reduce mental health stigma, particularly for people hesitant to seek traditional face-to-face support.
Dec 15, 2025
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How to survive the holidays without losing your cheer
Holidays are portrayed as a time of joy, when families and friends gather for festive meals and exchange gifts. Studies show these moments can strengthen well-being and enhance meaningful connections.
Dec 15, 2025
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Pediatrician offers tips on how to help a child with food or body concerns get through the holiday meals
Holidays can be exceptionally stressful for children, adolescents, parents and families who have food or body concerns. Pediatricians are in a prime position to anticipate potentially stressful food-related situations and ...
Dec 15, 2025
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Social exclusion contributes to higher mortality in people with schizophrenia and bipolar disorders, study finds
New research from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience, supported by the Population Mental Health Consortium and ESRC Center for Society and Mental Health, has found that social exclusion in South London ...
Dec 15, 2025
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Helping young adults rethink uncertainty reduces anxiety and depression, study shows
A single 20 to 30-minute online course can help young adults become more tolerant of uncertainty and less anxious and depressed, a study led by UNSW Sydney psychologists has found.
Dec 15, 2025
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How can parents talk to their kids about the Bondi terror attack?
As the community begins to grapple with the horror and tragedy of the Bondi shootings on Sunday, children will likely have questions. Parents may also be wondering how to talk to their little kids and teenagers about what ...
Dec 15, 2025
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