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December 5, 2025
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Dec. 4, 2025 Researchers studying people with major psychiatric disorders found that drinking up to four cups of coffee a day is associated with longer telomeres. This suggests a potential slowing of biological aging by about five years. However, drinking five ...
Nov. 27, 2025 A massive veteran study found a strong connection between untreated sleep apnea and a higher chance of Parkinson’s. CPAP users had much lower odds of developing the condition. Researchers believe that repeated dips in oxygen during sleep may ...
Nov. 10, 2025 Researchers identified SGK1 as a key chemical connecting childhood trauma to depression and suicidal behavior. High SGK1 levels were found in the brains of suicide victims and in people with genetic variants linked to early adversity. Drugs that ...
Nov. 7, 2025 Prenatal exposure to the insecticide chlorpyrifos causes widespread brain abnormalities and poorer motor skills in children. Even after a residential ban, ongoing agricultural use continues to endanger developing ...
Nov. 6, 2025 Scientists have discovered a surprising benefit of the acne drug doxycycline: it may lower the risk of schizophrenia. Teens prescribed the antibiotic were about one-third less likely to develop the condition as adults. The effect could stem from the ...
Nov. 3, 2025 Disrupted sleep patterns in Alzheimer’s disease may be more than a symptom—they could be a driving force. Researchers at Washington University found that the brain’s circadian rhythms are thrown off in key cell types, changing when hundreds of ...
Oct. 25, 2025 A new study shows that eating more fruits and vegetables during the day can significantly improve sleep that same night. Researchers found a clear link between diet quality and sleep depth, with participants who met the CDC’s daily produce ...
Oct. 20, 2025 A major collaboration between UC San Diego and 23andMe identified genes that shape cannabis use behaviors. The study linked the CADM2 and GRM3 genes to cannabis use and connected these patterns to more than 100 traits across mental and physical ...
Oct. 5, 2025 Scientists discovered that lifelong social support can slow biological aging. Using DNA-based “epigenetic clocks,” they found that people with richer, more sustained relationships showed younger biological profiles and lower inflammation. The ...
Oct. 2, 2025 New research shows that poor sleep could make the brain appear years older than it really is. Using MRI scans and machine learning, scientists found a clear link between unhealthy sleep patterns and accelerated brain ...
Sep. 25, 2025 New studies show that a bacterial molecule, peptidoglycan, is present in the brain and fluctuates with sleep patterns. This challenges the idea that sleep is solely brain-driven, instead suggesting it’s a collaborative process between our bodies ...
Sep. 22, 2025 A sweeping review from NYU Langone Health reveals that everyday exposure to plastics—especially during childhood—poses lasting risks for heart disease, infertility, asthma, and even brain ...
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Dec. 1, 2025 A large study of brain scans shows that our neural wiring evolves through five major stages from birth to late old age. These phases are separated by sudden turning points that mark big shifts in how ...
Nov. 3, 2025 Researchers found that embodying a digital, childlike version of one’s own face helps unlock vivid childhood memories. This illusion strengthens the connection between bodily self-perception and ...
Oct. 13, 2025 Researchers have discovered that ADHD’s hallmark mind wandering might actually boost creativity. People who deliberately let their thoughts drift scored higher on creative tests in two large ...
Sep. 16, 2025 Preschoolers with ADHD are often given medication right after diagnosis, against medical guidelines that recommend starting with behavioral therapy. Limited access to therapy and physician pressures ...
Sep. 14, 2025 Chronic insomnia may do more than leave you groggy, it could speed up brain aging. A large Mayo Clinic study found that people with long-term sleep troubles were 40% more likely to develop dementia ...
Sep. 8, 2025 UC Berkeley researchers mapped the brain circuits that control growth hormone during sleep, uncovering a feedback system where sleep fuels hormone release, and the hormone regulates wakefulness. The ...
Sep. 6, 2025 Getting a smartphone before age 13 may drastically increase the risk of poor mental health later in life, according to data from more than 100,000 people. Early use is linked to suicidal thoughts, ...
Sep. 2, 2025 A long-term study following insomnia patients treated with cannabis-based medical products revealed sustained improvements in sleep quality, mood, and pain management over 18 months. Most ...
Aug. 28, 2025 Using cannabis to self-medicate comes with hidden dangers—new research shows these users face higher paranoia and consume more THC. Childhood trauma further amplifies the risks, especially ...
Aug. 21, 2025 A large-scale review finds that acetaminophen use during pregnancy may increase the risk of autism and ADHD in children. The strongest studies showed ...
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Aug. 13, 2025 UC Berkeley scientists found oxytocin is key for quickly forming strong friendships, but less critical for mate bonds. In prairie voles, a lack of oxytocin receptors delayed bonding and reduced ...
July 24, 2025 A massive global survey has revealed that people with eating disorders often turn to cannabis and psychedelics like magic mushrooms and LSD to ease their symptoms, rating them more effective than ...
July 17, 2025 Premature menopause isn t just a hormonal issue it s a deeply emotional one for many women. A new study reveals that almost 30% experience depression, and it s not just about hormone loss but also ...
July 17, 2025 Yoga, Tai Chi, walking, and jogging may be some of the best natural remedies for improving sleep and tackling insomnia, according to a large analysis comparing various treatments. While cognitive ...
July 16, 2025 Struggling to sleep might be the hidden reason why adults with ADHD traits often feel less satisfied with life. New research reveals a strong link between insomnia and reduced well-being in people ...
July 24, 2025 Scientists at Princeton and the Simons Foundation have identified four biologically distinct subtypes of autism, using data from over 5,000 children and a powerful new computational method. These ...
July 10, 2025 What if your brain is the reason some pain feels unbearable? Scientists at the Salk Institute have discovered a hidden brain circuit that gives pain its emotional punch—essentially transforming ...
July 2, 2025 Researchers testing urine from 2- to 4-year-olds in four U.S. states uncovered 96 different chemicals, many of them unmonitored and linked to hormone and brain disruption. Legacy toxins like ...
July 1, 2025 Over a thousand students revealed a striking link between lactose intolerance and nightmare-filled nights, hinting that midnight stomach turmoil from dairy can invade dreams. Researchers suggest ...
June 25, 2025 Our brains may work best when teetering on the edge of chaos. A new theory suggests that criticality a sweet spot between order and randomness is the secret to learning, memory, and adaptability. ...
June 19, 2025 With $860K in Navy funding, MSU psychologists are developing tools to spot people who can handle complex tasks under pressure. The key? Mastering "placekeeping" staying focused and accurate ...
June 14, 2025 A team at Kobe University has created a game-changing resource for autism research: 63 mouse embryonic stem cell lines, each carrying a genetic mutation strongly associated with the disorder. By ...
June 13, 2025 Teens might finally have a good reason to sleep in on weekends within limits. A new study reveals that teenagers who get up to two extra hours of sleep on weekends show fewer anxiety symptoms than ...
June 3, 2025 The effects of artificial intelligence on adolescents are nuanced and complex, according to a new report that calls on developers to prioritize features that protect young people from exploitation, ...
May 30, 2025 Singing to your infant can significantly boost the baby's mood, according to a recent study. Around the world and across cultures, singing to babies seems to come instinctively to caregivers. ...
May 29, 2025 Coffee can help you stay awake. But what does caffeine actually do to your brain once you're asleep? Using AI, a team of researchers has an answer: it affects the brain's ...
May 28, 2025 It's tempting to think that, with our fancy electric lights and indoor bedrooms, humanity has evolved beyond the natural influence of sunlight when it comes to our sleep routines. But new ...
May 28, 2025 Parental warmth and affection in early childhood can have life-long physical and mental health benefits for children, and new research points to an important underlying process: children's sense ...
May 28, 2025 A new device that monitors the waste-removal system of the brain may help to prevent Alzheimer s and other neurological diseases, according to a new study. In the study, participants were asleep when ...
May 27, 2025 Becoming a new mother brings more than just joyful chaos it delivers a profound and persistent sleep shock. A new study reveals that first-time moms lose not just total sleep, but crucial ...
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- Not Just Hot Flashes: The Hidden Depression Crisis in Early Menopause
- Tai Chi, Yoga, and Jogging Rival Pills for Beating Insomnia
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Wednesday, May 28, 2025
- Humans Are Seasonal Creatures, According to Our Circadian Rhythms
- Mother's Warmth in Childhood Influences Teen Health by Shaping Perceptions of Social Safety
- Scientists Test Real-Time View of Brain's Waste Removal
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
- Study Quantifies the Sleep Loss and Disruption Experienced by New Mothers
- Unconditional Cash Transfers Following Childbirth Increases Breastfeeding
- Significant Declines in Maternal Mental Health Across US
Thursday, May 22, 2025
- Overimitation Begins in Infancy but Is Not Yet Linked to in-Group Preference
- Could AI Understand Emotions Better Than We Do?
- Biological Markers for Teen Depression
- Tiny Genetic Switch Found to Control Brain Balance and Behavior
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
- Good News for People With Migraine Who Take Drugs Before or During Pregnancy
- Increased Risk of Psychopathology Found in Offspring of People With Schizophrenia or Bipolar Disorder
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
- Landmark Report Reveals Key Challenges Facing Adolescents
- Controlling These 8 Risk Factors May Eliminate Early Death Risk for Those With High Blood Pressure
Monday, May 19, 2025
- After Cardiac Event, People Who Regularly Sit for Too Long Had Higher Risk of Another Event
- Don't Hit Snooze on New Research About Waking Up Each Morning
- Early Puberty Increases Risk of Overweight Later in Life for Girls
- Sophisticated Data Analysis Uncovers How City Living Disrupts ADHD's Path to Obesity
- Machine Learning Model Helps Identify Patients at Risk of Postpartum Depression
Friday, May 16, 2025
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- Recessive Genes Are Subject to Darwinian Selection
- Cyberbullying in Any Form Can Be Traumatizing for Kids
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
- Too Much Sleep Can Hurt Cognitive Performance, Especially for Those With Depression
- New Study Raises Concerns About the Safety of Long-Term ADHD Medication Treatment in Children
- Postpartum Depression and Bonding: Long-Term Effects on School-Age Children
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
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- CAR-T Cell Therapy for Cancer Causes 'brain Fog,' Study Shows
- Evidence of Mother-Offspring Attachment Types in Wild Chimpanzees
Thursday, May 8, 2025
- Unique Model of Rare Epileptic Disease Helps Pinpoint Potential Treatment Route
- Lack of Sleep Can Increase the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
- Non-Inherited Genes Affect Children's Development
- Sleep Apnea During REM Sleep Linked to Memory-Related Brain Changes
- Losing a Parent May Increase Children's Risk of Being Bullied
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
- What's a Healthy Amount of Sleep? It Differs from One Country to Another
- Parent Coaching Sparks Major Communication Growth in Infants With Social and Communication Delays
Monday, May 5, 2025
- Neighborhood Stress May Impact Kids' Brains -- And Increase Depression Risk
- Children as Young as Five Can Navigate a 'tiny Town'
- Spanking and Other Physical Discipline Lead to Exclusively Negative Outcomes for Children in Low And Middle-Income Countries
- Teens With Mental Health Conditions Use Social Media Differently Than Their Peers, Study Suggests
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
- Missed School Is an Overlooked Consequence of Tropical Cyclones, Warming Planet
- Study Suggests Dance and Lullabies Aren't Universal Human Behaviors
- Teenage Years Crucial for Depression Intervention
Monday, April 28, 2025
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- Insomnia and Sleep Medication Use Connected to Disability in Older Adults
- Screen Time Surprise Under Grandparents' Care
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
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- Sleep Matters: Duration, Timing, Quality and More May Affect Cardiovascular Disease Risk
- Stress, Depression Factor Into Link Between Insomnia, Heavy Drinking
- Gestational Diabetes Linked to ADHD in Children
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
- Father With Alzheimer's? You May Be More at Risk of Brain Changes
- Beyond Jet Lag: New Study Unveils Extent of Travel-Related Sleep Disruption from 1.5 Million Nights of Data
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
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- Childhood Experiences Shape the Brain's White Matter With Cognitive Effects Seen Years Later
- First Insights Into How Excitatory and Inhibitory Brain Signals Change as People Age Using Wearable Scanner
- Perceiving One's Own Body: Babies Sense Their Heartbeat and Breathing
- New Study Investigates Effects of ADHD Medications on the Heart
Friday, April 4, 2025
- Fear of Rejection Influences How Children Conform to Peers
- Exposure to Wildfire Smoke Linked With Worsening Mental Health Conditions
Thursday, April 3, 2025
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- Study Links Teen Girls' Screen Time to Sleep Disruptions and Depression
- Using Everyday Products During Pregnancy Can Affect Newborn's Metabolism, Study Finds
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
- Exposure to Air Pollution in Childhood Is Associated With Reduced Brain Connectivity
- An Immune Cell May Explain How Maternal Inflammation Causes Neurodevelopmental Disorder
Monday, March 31, 2025
- My Robot Therapist: The Ethics of AI Mental Health Chatbots for Kids
- New Study Links Lower Proportions of Certain Sleep Stages to Brain Changes Associated With Alzheimer's Disease
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
- Postpartum Female Preference for Cooler Temperatures Linked to Brain Changes
- Biological Pathway in the Brain Could Help Explain Why Teenage Girls Are More Depressed Than Boys
- ADHD May Be Associated With an Increased Risk of Dementia
- Exercise of Any Kind Boosts Brainpower at Any Age
Thursday, March 20, 2025
- How Family Background Can Help Lead to Athletic Success
- Insomniac Fruit Fly Mutants Show Enhanced Memory Despite Severe Sleep Loss
- Why Don't We Remember Being a Baby? New Study Provides Clues
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
- Sleepier During the Day? For Some Older People, It's Linked to Twice the Dementia Risk
- Why Are Night Owls at Greater Risk of Depression?
- Classifying Childhood Brain Cancers by Immune Response May Improve Diagnostics and Treatments