A survey of more than 1,500 working Americans found that many people are unable to relax and enjoy their time away from the office. More specifically, when participants returned to work after time off, 68% ...

After monitoring the health status of about 12,000 older adults for fifteen years, researchers found that those with a history of heart failure had up to a 60% ...

In this study, researchers interviewed children from 236 families and found that teens who had good relationships with their siblings experienced less distress when answering questions about observed parental disagreements ...

If teens are offered the possibility of a good future, they may become more peaceful. A survey of 866 male teens in poorer neighborhoods showed that those who had a positive outlook were less likely ...

Do you have problems getting out the right words from time to time? An analysis of thousands of voice recordings from around the world revealed that there is a tendency to slow-down before saying nouns.

Following a review of patient data concerning over eight million individuals, researchers report that type 2 diabetics have a 32% increased risk for developing Parkinson’s disease.

The Mediterranean diet focuses on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, healthy fats (such as olive oil), and lean sources of protein ...

Swedish researchers monitored the health status of 1,806 individuals for nearly twenty years and found that participants who lived in areas with a higher utilization of wood burning stoves ...

Researchers surveyed 831 patients who suffered a concussion or mild-traumatic brain injury (TBI) and found that only 47% received educational materials about ...

An analysis of data from four studies that included nearly 40,000 people appears to indicate a possible connection between anxiety during middle age and a diagnosis of dementia in old age.

While being overweight is linked to a number of poor health outcomes, being underweight in old age can have a detrimental effect on the brain.

A nationwide poll of more than 1,000 adults revealed that 39% of respondents are more anxious than they were a year ago, ...

Past studies have shown that drivers who talk on cellphones are up to four times more likely to crash, and those who text are up to eight times more likely to be involved in a ...

Among a sample of 3,742 type 1 diabetics, those with depression at middle-age had a 72% increased risk for developing dementia over the next two decades.

Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects over one million Americans. After reviewing data from seven studies involving over 340,000 patients, ...

Past research has identified a relationship between short adult leg length and the quality of nutrition in early life. In a study that included over 13,000 seniors from East Asia, the Caribbean, and Latin America, ...

Individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who become smokers tend to try their first cigarette at a younger age than their peers without ADHD. ...

A review of data from six published studies involving military veterans has found that those with a previous diagnosis of post-traumatic stress ...

Compared to their peers with strong lungs, young and middle-aged adults with poor pulmonary function (PPF) have up ...

Beginning in 1960, researchers followed the progress of 1,952 students and found that those who demonstrated being a responsible student, showed an interest in school, ...

Researchers claim that our ability to “feel” the emotions of others stems partly from our genetic makeup. A study of nearly 47,000 adults found that genes seem to explain 10% of the variance ...

Terminal illness appears to bring newfound and profound wisdom. In this study, patients in hospice care admitted that facing their own mortality and imminent death changed how they viewed wisdom, and they often desired to find peace or acceptance as their health declined.

Experiencing a serious head injury appears to increase one’s risk for dementia later in life. A new large-scale study found that an individual’s risk for dementia can remain elevated by up to 25% ...

New research suggests that acne can throw some people into deep depression. ...

A recent research review focusing on nonprescription painkillers found that these types of medicines can reduce a person's ability to empathize with the pain of others, ...

A review of data from the Health and Retirement Study indicates that seniors who feel their life has purpose have a 30% reduced risk for developing dementia.

Chronic stress can have a negative effect on one’s mental and physical wellbeing. According to the Department of Health & Human Services, common signs of excessive exposure to stress include ...

People who have a strong sense of entitlement think rules don’t apply to them. Researcher Dr. Emily Zitek explains, ...

In this study, investigators observed that women who smelled their partner's shirt had a reduced response to stress in comparison with those who smelled a stranger’s scent. Senior author Dr. Frances Chen comments, ...

In this study, researchers tracked 13 rule-breaking behaviors among 682 kids in Los Angeles for nine years and found a link between greater exposure to airborne particulate matter and an increased risk for delinquent behaviors. ...

Using data from the Taiwan National Health Insurance Research Database, researchers report that patients with either Sjögren's syndrome, systemic lupus erythematosus, osteoarthritis, or psoriatic arthritis have an elevated risk for developing dementia ...

In this study, researchers followed 86 parents of premature babies and found that both mothers and fathers had high levels of the stress hormone cortisol in their saliva while their infant was in the hospital. However, the research team observed that after ...

Using data from the Korean National Health Insurance Service-National Health Screening Cohort database, researchers found that seniors with mild-to-moderate anemia have about a 19-47% increased risk for developing ...

Compared with those who are married, lifelong singles and widowers have a 20-42% increased risk for developing dementia. The researchers behind this finding recommend, “...

Previous studies have noted that vitamin D deficiency increases one’s risk for a number of negative health outcomes. Now, a new study involving mice indicates that vitamin D deficiency also makes it more difficult to cope with stress ...

The results of a new survey suggest that individuals who were spanked as children face a greater risk for certain mental health problems later in life. The survey, which included over 8,300 adults, revealed that 55% ...

After controlling for individual factors, French researchers report that older women living in deprived neighborhoods appear to have a 1.29-times greater risk for dementia and a 1.42-times increased risk for Alzheimer’s disease. ...

Past research has linked the accumulation of amyloid plaque in the brain with the development of Alzheimer’s disease. In this study, researchers analyzed spinal fluid samples from 208 older men and women without dementia ...

In this study, researchers in the United Kingdom followed 145 newly-diagnosed Parkinson's disease (PD) patients for 36 months ...

Past studies have shown that children of divorced parents are usually more likely to become divorced in adulthood, but why is that?

Among a sample of 364 ischemic stroke survivors, researchers found that those with a history of depression experienced worse function and cognitive outcomes.

Vascular dementia is characterized by a decline in thinking skills due to reduced or impaired blood flow to the brain. Using 35 years of data concerning nearly 1.9 million adults, ...

A fifteen-year study that followed over 80,000 adults found that those with a diet high in the antioxidants beta-carotene and vitamin E ...

French researchers reviewed the health records of 2,041 older women who had been treated for a peripheral fragility fracture ...

In this experiment, participants consumed what they believed to be either a two-egg or four-egg omelet on separate mornings; ...

According to a new study, you may not be as conscientious on the road as you think. In the study, researchers asked nine adults to participate in a driving simulation task for twenty minutes twice a day for five ...

An analysis of data from the Einstein Aging Study indicates that today's older adults are less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia ...

An evaluation of data from 17 published studies indicates an association between low serum levels of vitamin E and an increased risk for Alzheimer's ...

Sophisticated brain scans may allow doctors to detect consciousness in brain-injured patients who appear unconscious. According to a new study that included 16 severe brain injury patients ...

Using data from the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing, researchers observed that middle-aged adults who regularly used the Internet were 40% less likely to develop dementia during a ten-year follow-up period.

Taiwanese researchers reviewed data concerning over a million patients and found a link between regular exposure to particulate matter pollution and an increased risk for Parkinson's disease ...

Scottish researchers analyzed data on nearly 66,000 people who were born in 1936 and discovered that those with a higher IQ ...

In this study, researchers followed 175 seniors with normal brain function for 14 years and found that those whose walking speed slowed during the course of the study ...

A new study that compared data concerning radon exposure and deaths attributed to Alzheimer's disease (AD) appears to indicate a correlation between ionizing radiation exposure and the development of this ...

Surveys completed by more than 200 adults reveal that when couples have a disagreement, men and women want different things from their partner before they make up ...

Researchers analyzed how 128 fathers interacted with their infants at three months of age and then followed up with the children at two years of age. They found that babies whose fathers were more engaged ...

A new study has found that overweight kids are excluded and ostracized by classmates more often than their thinner peers. Researchers examined the friendship dynamics of over 500 preteens and found that those ...

Researchers surveyed more than 2,200 young adults and found that between 25% and 30% of the participants felt lonely sometimes, while another 5% reported they frequently felt lonely ...

A special type of imaging known as functional connectivity MRI (FcMRI) may help doctors predict which high-risk babies may develop autism as toddlers. In this study, researchers used FcMRI ...

Teens at elite high schools in the United States seem to face a greater risk of addiction as young adults. In this study, researchers followed more than 500 students from affluent communities starting in their senior year of high school ...

An analysis of data concerning nearly 900 young children revealed that for each 30-minute increase in time a child spends on a smartphone, tablet, or electronic device at 18 months of age ...

Pet dogs can provide valuable social support for kids when they’re stressed. Researchers randomly assigned children to experience stressors, such as public speaking or a mental task ...

In this study, researchers analyzed data concerning nearly 4,300 children from three larger cities in the United States and found a dangerous trajectory between being bullied at age ten or eleven ...

If you want to give your memory a boost, make sure to get enough sleep. The National Sleep Foundation says that sleep benefits your memory the following ways ...

Patients recovering from major surgery often struggle with pain and anxiety. In this study, 30 post-surgical patients participated in a 30-minute music therapy session within 72 hours of their operation ...

Being lonely may mean more misery when you’re sick. Investigators tracked the mental and physical health of 159 volunteers ...

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PSTD) normally stems from witnessing a shocking, dangerous, or life-threatening event. Researchers recently conducted an analysis of nearly 300 Australian military veterans ...

It is not uncommon to be fearful of going to the dentist, but there are ways to help minimize your anxiety. The American Dental Association offers the following tips to put you at ease ...

Researchers tracked Instagram use by teens for six months and found a link between frequent use and a greater risk for depression ...

In this study, researchers assessed the mental health of 24,000 adults recently diagnosed with coronary artery disease and found about 15% suffered from depression—an amount that is significantly higher ...

An analysis of data from the 2010, 2012, and 2014 Swedish National Prescribed Drug Register reveals that seniors who regularly perform volunteer work in their community are significantly less likely to develop dementia than those who don't do volunteer work or only do so infrequently ...

Exposure to a commonly used group of insecticides may lead to an increased risk of behavioral problems among children. A French research team found that children with the highest levels of pyrethroid metabolites in their bodies are about three times more likely to have behavioral problems ...

This study included nearly 1,800 people aged 19 to 32 who completed an online questionnaire and found that those who used social media sites/apps more often—either in terms of the number of times they used them or in total amount of time spent on them ...

Parenting that includes frequent yelling, hitting, and threats may bring out the worst in a teen's behavior. Researchers tracked nearly 1,500 students over nine years and found that seventh graders subjected to harsh parenting tactics are more likely to turn to their peers in unhealthy ways ...

Concussion patients may still have difficulty driving, even after their symptoms disappear. Researchers tested fifteen college-aged participants in a driving simulator within 48 hours of reporting they no longer felt the effects of their concussions and found that despite ...

Adequate sleep is a key component to achieving goals, such as healthier eating, more exercise, quitting smoking, improving relationships, or getting ahead at work. According to Dr. Cathy Goldstein, a sleep specialist at the University of Michigan, individuals who don't get enough sleep ...

Twelve hundred participants completed questionnaires related to their own psychological wellbeing, prevalence of bullying at their workplace, and their manager's personality. Their responses revealed ...

Living near a major roadway may increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Researchers followed 6.6 million Canadians for a decade and found those living within 160 feet of a major highway ...

Vitamin D is created in the body by way of exposure to sunlight, though it can also be acquired by diet or supplementation. A review of data from six cohort studies indicates that men and women with serious vitamin D ...

A new study suggests concussions may speed up mental decline among individuals already at risk for Alzheimer’s disease. In this study, researchers examined 160 veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars and found that concussions seemed to accelerate Alzheimer’s disease-related brain deterioration ...

Too much planning makes leisure time seem like work. A review of thirteen studies found that people enjoyed their leisure activities less when they over-scheduled. Study co-author Dr. Selin Malkoc adds, "People associate schedules with work. We want our leisure time to be free-flowing ...

Experts say that comparing yourself with others on Facebook can lead to feelings of depression. Researchers examined studies from 14 countries that included 35,000 participants and found that Facebook users were more at risk for depression when they felt envy, accepted former romantic partners ...

Past research has demonstrated a link between sleep disruption and the cognitive decline that may lead to Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Because roughly half of older adults suffer from some form of insomnia or sleep-related disorder, ...

Women who generally believe that good things will happen appear to live longer. Investigators reviewed records concerning 70,000 women who participated in a long-running health study and found that the risk of dying from cancer was 16% lower; the risk of dying from heart disease, stroke, or respiratory disease was almost 40% lower; ...

Promoting ambition can help children become successful adults. The American Academy of Pediatrics advises the following: love and accept your child unconditionally, and keep your expectations high; don't expect perfection, but do look for empathy, integrity, and generosity ...

Researchers surveyed more than 50 adults with long-term mental health conditions about the role pets play in their social network and found that 60% of respondents placed pets in the central and most important circle above family, friends, and hobbies ...

Researchers followed more than 100 children aged two to ten who had experienced a road collision involving a car crash, being hit while walking, or getting knocked off their bicycle ...

Researchers have discovered that post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects the brains of girls and boys in different ways. Using MRI scans, researchers examined the brains of 59 children and found that among those with PTSD ...

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may develop in women after pregnancy loss. Researchers surveyed 113 women who'd recently had a miscarriage and found that 45% of women who miscarried and 18% of those who had an ectopic pregnancy (tubal pregnancy) experienced the symptoms of PTSD ...

Subtle feelings of loneliness experienced by seniors may be an early warning sign of impending Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers examined the relationship between late-life loneliness and Alzheimer’s disease among 43 women and 36 men ...

Women commonly complain of forgetfulness, difficulty concentrating, and thinking clearly when going through menopause. Researchers often refer to this as "brain fog." In a new study, investigators used standard tests to gauge memory skills, along with functional MRI ...

Contrary to popular belief, baby boomers don’t have a stronger work ethic than their children or grandchildren. Using 105 different measures, including hours worked and commitment to family and work, investigators found no significant difference in work ethic between baby boomers ...

Taiwanese researchers report that among a sample of over 55,000 adults, those exposed to the greatest amounts of traffic-related air pollution had a 17-36% greater risk for developing Parkinson's disease ...

Intense anger along with heavy physical exertion may be a trigger for a first heart attack among some people. According to a study that involved more than 12,000 men and women, both intense activity and intense emotions double one's heart attack ...

The National Sleep Foundation recommends the following for enjoying a bedtime conversation with your partner without it affecting your sleep quality: talk about the events of the day or lighthearted topics; ...

Traumatic brain injuries account for over two million trips to the emergency room in the United States each year and contribute to the deaths of about 50,000 people annually. ...

Playing video games may help calm anxious children before surgery. Investigators assessed 112 children about to have surgery that required general anesthesia. The children were either given a sedative or a tablet device to play games ...

Being in a relationship does not always protect people from having suicidal thoughts. A study of 382 Austrian adults found that middle-aged people who were unhappy in an existing relationship ...

Australian researchers are challenging the long-held theory that human intelligence evolved from bigger brains alone. The researchers analyzed the size of two holes in the base of fossil skulls and found that while brain size increased about 350% during the course of human evolution, ...

Women in the United States today seem more satisfied with their weight than American females from 30 years ago. A review of more than 250 studies found that women’s dissatisfaction with body weight declined significantly between ...

An international study has found that smartphone-based psychotherapeutic exercises can improve one's mood. In the study, participants were able to choose from different psychotherapeutic ...

Premature infants who are fed breast milk within their first 28 days of life have better brain development than those without access to breast milk. Investigators followed 180 preterm infants from birth to seven years old ...

When fathers are stressed out about parenting, it may take a toll on their children’s development. In a study that included 730 families, researchers found that sons were more likely to have poorer language skills ...

According to a new study, after reviewing 15 years of data concerning 89,708 women, those who attended a religious service one or more times per week had a five times lower risk of suicide than women who never attended service. The authors of the study conclude ...

According to a new government report, almost three million American teens experienced a major bout of depression in 2014. . Dr. Paolo del Vecchio, the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services at the United State (US) Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration adds ...

Regular meditation can help relax both the mind and the body. The Mayo Clinic offers these suggestions: concentrate on breathing deeply and slowly, focus on relaxing every area of your body ...

Researchers reviewed information on about 3,700 females and 2,600 males aged 14 to 24 and found that those with stable families and strong relationships with their parents ...

Two new studies have revealed that patients struggling with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) may have an increased risk for developing depression ...

Heart failure appears to be a substantial risk factor for the development of depression among adults over the age of 40. In this study, German researchers followed 66,497 heart failure ...

Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are often treated with medications; however, new research suggests that parents can also help their kids by promoting healthy habits...

New research indicates a relationship between a greater waist size and lower levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF)—a protein that supports the survival of existing neurons in the brain and encourages...

In this study, researchers found that participants who engaged with an email-based program aimed at improving their wellbeing experienced long-term improvements in their ability to handle stress...

According to new research, caregivers of critically ill patients often suffer from depression that lasts long after their loved one’s hospital stay ends. Researchers collected information on 280 caregivers of patients who had been in the ICU for seven days or longer...

Many parents and teachers swear that children act differently when the moon is full, but new research suggests otherwise. The study tracked more than 5,800 kids across five continents over 28 lunar cycles ...

A study that involved 7,550 people has found that effectively treating depression can lower a patient’s risks for cardiovascular disease to the level of those who never had depression ...

The mass implementation of mindfulness training may help war veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) better manage their disturbing memories and thoughts. In this pilot study, 23 United States ...

According to new study, older men are more likely to have a colonoscopy if they’re happily married and have a highly educated wife. ...

Older seniors are often willing to talk about death, but they’re rarely asked about it. British researchers interviewed several dozen people over 95 years of age about their attitudes on ...

Chinese researchers report that insomnia may lead to abnormalities in the white matter of the brain, the tissue which carries information between the various parts of the organ ...

Individuals subjected to chronic stress due to bullying or a tough job may experience problems with their memory. Researchers found that mice who were repeatedly ...

A new study suggests that seniors who use computers as little as once per week may help ward off commonly observed age-related declines in memory and thinking ...

Depression is a known risk factor for dementia, but most studies have only focused on depression at a single point in time and not over ...

Students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often get into trouble for fidgeting in class, but a new study suggests that fidgeting may help them learn ...

Students in high school who can gaze upon a green landscape from their classroom are better able to both cope with stress and focus on their studies than students in a ...

New research suggests that individuals with bipolar disorder who have a history of childhood abuse or neglect may have an increased risk ...

Less active individuals appear to have smaller brains later in life. This study included 1,583 participants who took a treadmill test ...

It appears that horses can distinguish between positive and negative human facial expressions. Psychologists analyzed the reactions of 28 horses when they looked at ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 8,000-15,000 people per year in the United States are examined or treated in hospitals for carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning ...

A new review suggests that premature menopause may increase the risk of depression later in life. An analysis of 14 published studies ...

According to a new international study, self-esteem increases as people grow older, and men tend to have higher levels of self-esteem than women ...

A single concussion may cause young children to suffer minor, but lingering, brain damage. In a recent study, researchers used MRI scans to ...

Feeling cranky after a long night? It’s probably because your brain’s ability to regulate emotions has been compromised by lack of sleep ...

New research suggests that having a sense of purpose might protect your heart and add years to your life. Scientists analyzed studies ...

Dog ownership may lower a child’s anxiety levels. In a study involving nearly 640 children, researchers found that only 12% of children with dogs tested positive for anxiety, compared with 21% of those without dogs. ...

The evaluation of more than 1,400 MRI scans suggests that biologically unmistakable sex differences don’t extend to the structure of the brain. Though the brain is home to ...

In a recent study, researchers found an association between slow walking speed and the presence of amyloid in key regions of the brain involved in motor function. ...

After adjusting for depressive symptoms, individuals with high anxiety appear to have a greater risk for dementia later in life. ...

Women who complain of poor memory may be at an increased risk for dementia later in life. In a recent study, researchers found that older women who had ...

If you wake up several times per night, then you are more likely to be in a bad mood the following day. Researchers assessed the mood of ...

Employees in offices with enhanced ventilation systems and low levels of chemical air pollutants appear to outperform workers from offices with inferior air quality...

A new report finds that individuals with psoriasis may be at a greater risk for depression. Psoriasis is a systemic, inflammatory, autoimmune disease...

An analysis of data concerning more than 5,200 primary school students reveals that kids exposed to secondhand smoke while in the womb ...

According to a new article published in the journal Neurotoxicology and Teratology, prenatal exposure to commonly used fire retardants is associated with attention problems in young children.

Some aspects of attractiveness are common and may even be programmed into our genes. However, a new study finds that individuals can have wide-ranging definitions of attractiveness.

A report published in the journal Computers in Human Behavior suggests that smartphones can damage romantic relationships and lead to greater levels of depression. The research focused on "phubbing," or "partner phone snubbing," a term given to...

Having a high-demand job that regularly places a lot of stress on an individual can result in a similar number of poor health outcomes as can regular exposure to secondhand smoke.

Investigators have found that children with sleep-disordered breathing, such as sleep apnea, perform worse on language arts, math, and science tests than kids without such conditions.

A survey shows that most Americans believe mental health care is important, but they often think it is expensive and hard to obtain.

Using MRI scans to investigate how the brains of nearly 80 individuals responded to pictures of food, researchers from ...

People with poor thinking skills related to planning, problem-solving, and reasoning may be at a greater risk for either ...

Researchers from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City report the presence of childhood trauma – including ...

Among a sample of 2,490 German students, researchers found that peer smoking, peer drinking, and parental drinking were all associated with ...

If they want to get more votes, both male and female politicians may want to practice speaking with a deeper voice. Researchers surveyed 800 adults ...

The stressful and competitive environment of the financial world may boost levels of the hormones cortisol and testosterone in financial traders ...

After analyzing data regarding 332,665 atrial fibrillation (AF) patients from Taiwan's National Health Insurance Research Database, researchers report ...

A large international study has found that individuals with major depression have a significantly smaller hippocampus ...

Using data on nearly 12,000 patients from the Taiwan Longitudinal Health Insurance Database 2000, researchers found that a previous...

Canadian researchers say that witnessing domestic violence during childhood may raise an individual's risk for developing migraines...

Individuals who smoke cigarettes appear to be less likely to vote than nonsmokers. The authors of a new study surveyed 11,626 people and found that 17%...

Teens who are bullied appear to be at a higher risk for depression when they reach early adulthood when compared with their peers who were not bullied during adolescence.

A young adult who has previously experienced two or more mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBIs) may have structural changes in his or her brain that could signal a greater risk for dementia later in life.

With a growing senior population, age-related cognitive decline has become a major public health issue.

Scientists suspect that high blood sugar could drive the accumulation of beta-amyloid plaques in ...

A lack of social interaction during adulthood may be associated with a greater risk for a dementia ...

Most parents of overweight children misperceive their children as being "the right weight" for their age...

To help individuals keep their minds sharp at any age, experts from the Harvard Medical School recommend...

Extra sleep may help improve the memories of patients with Alzheimer’s disease.

An evaluation of the eating habits and mental abilities of over 950 older adults revealed that eating a single serving of leafy green vegetables per day may reduce...

During a hospital admission, older patients with dementia have a 2.5 times greater risk for...

Fewer people are being treated in emergency rooms for strokes caused by blood clots in the brain...

An analysis of data from over 4,700 teens found that family stress during childhood can put teenagers at...

An analysis of more than 300 heart attack patients indicates that intense anger or anxiety dramatically increases...

Based on information collected over 30 years from more than 475,000 people, researchers from the University of Buffalo School of Management claim they can explain why some females fail to...

University of Oxford researchers have found that individuals who are prone to high anxiety have a more difficult time...

Data from 175 published studies conducted over four decades indicates that about 7% of kids worldwide have attention...

A recent study has found that the more lonely and depressed a person is, the more likely he or she will binge-watch TV...

New research suggests that schizophrenia may really be an umbrella term for a number of genetically different diseases...

In an eighteen-month study, researchers explored whether or not Alzheimer’s disease affected patients with diabetes differently...

A new study finds that student loan debt is a significant cause of stress among young adults. Researchers conducted...

A study that included 100 college students found that those who went to bed later and slept fewer hours experienced more repetitive ...

A study that included 100 college students found that those who went to bed later and slept fewer hours experienced more repetitive ...

According to the findings of a new study, when a parent has a history of attempting suicide, the odds that their child will attempt suicide increase ...

A survey of 70 families with at least one autistic child found that autistic children who lived with at least one dog ...

MRI scans of children who received musical training showed greater thickness in the areas of the brain that influence working memory...

Some brains appear to be pre-wired to acquire a second language, according investigators who analyzed MRI scans of native English ...

Children whose mothers drink or smoke during pregnancy are roughly 50-250% more likely to be diagnosed with...

An analysis involving 1,342 elderly patients indicates that those with poorly controlled blood sugar are 3-5 times more likely to...

Children who attend preschool full-time score better in areas such as language, math, socio-emotional development, physical health...

Dutch researchers say that it is more important for potential business or political leaders to look healthy than to appear intelligent.

Working shifts, rather than fixed hours, may impair brain function over time.

According to a new animal study, binge drinking during the adolescent years has lasting effects on brain function.

Researchers found that 12-year-old girls with a family history of depression have ...

After reviewing the available data on nearly 52,000 individuals...

A woman’s risk for Alzheimer’s disease may be higher if she is anxious...

Princeton University scientists say their research indicates....

Individuals with blood type AB appear to be more likely....

An analysis of more than 200 families revealed that....

Dyslexia causes problems with reading and writing and is the....

A review of 17 previous studies has found that gardening tasks....

A newly published study using ultrasound scans to check for fetal defects....

A review of data on 188,774 veterans (ages 55 and up) found that 1,229 had been....

Tinnitus is a condition in which patients hear noises that aren’t really....

Scientists may have a better understanding of why ongoing stress raises....

Bullied teens are 31 times more likely to bring weapons...

Australian researchers suggest that yawning might cool an overheated brain...

The gambler's fallacy is described as a situation when one outcome...

Over the course of a decade in the United States (US), more people contracted food poisoning...

A new report reveals that one-third of patients experience depression after leaving intensive care...

Over the course of a decade in the United States (US), more people contracted food poisoning...

A new report reveals that college women who spend more time on Facebook than their peers...

Researchers at Harvard University report that heart attack risk increases nearly five times and stroke risk increases...

A new report suggests that Alzheimer’s disease contributes to an estimated 500,000 deaths per year ...

According to a new report, mentally ill adults 50% more likely to be victims of violence than perpetrators of violence...

A new report finds that not only do babies pick up on their mother's stress...

Dr. Erin Abner of the University of Kentucky's Sanders-Brown Center on Aging asked ...

Burnout is described as a syndrome of emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and job dissatisfaction ...

Researchers studied 12,395 European teenagers ages 14-16 to identify which risky behaviors ...

While mindfulness training in a 1-on-1 setting has been shown to be beneficial for reducing ...

According to an analysis of 47 clinical trials involving ...

Researchers have discovered that moving to greener areas can improve a person's mental health...

During the last half-century, 20 million Americans have died as a consequence of...

Young people with positive attitudes such as self-belief, aspiration, flexibility, and an appetite to learn...

There's an old saying, "Would you rather be right or be happy?" In a small experiment involving...

Reflecting on better times can help the downtrodden take steps to escape their poverty...

Depression is a serious mental illness with many negative consequences...

Several recent studies show that the rate of developing dementia and Alzheimer's disease...

Currently, 15-30% of concussion sufferers will experience significant, persistent cognitive deficits...

A small study of adults with a diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (which may progress to dementia) divided participants...

Recent studies show more than 200 million prescriptions for opioid analgesics were issued ...

A mother's friendships with other adults can impact their adolescent children's relationships with their own friends ...

The left and right hemispheres of Albert Einstein's brain were unusually well connected ...