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The Surprising Cost of Doomscrolling At Work — And The Simple Way to Stop (M)
Why do people keep scrolling through bad news when it makes them feel worse?
18 Essential Relationship Rules Every Couple Should Follow (P)
The simple rules that keep relationships thriving -- are you practicing them?
5 Common Prescription Drugs Linked To Memory Loss
Prescription drugs taken by millions of people around the world can affect memory.
A Nasty Sign Of Omega-3 Deficiency
A high omega-3 diet can lower the signs and symptoms of the disease by 50 per cent.
The Clothes That Make People Appear More Intelligent
How to use clothes to appear more competent.
This Daily Plant Habit Could Boost Your Energy And Improve Your Gut (M)
Researchers compared a standard probiotic with a daily blend of more than 30 plants.
This Vitamin Reduces Mental Health Problems By 50%
Around half the world's population are thought to have an insufficiency of this vitamin.
2 Supplements That Significantly Reduce Heart Disease And Cancer Risk
The most recent trial confirms that two nutrients can reduce deaths from heart attacks and cancer.
3 Personality Traits Associated With Infidelity
Up to 50% of people admit cheating on their partner.
Forget Decline: This Beautiful Change Gives The Aging Brain A New Purpose (M)
After 50, the brain starts processing experience differently. The reason may be closely connected to how wisdom develops. The brain does not simply decline with age; rather, it moves into a new phase of development -- one better suited to its accumulation of knowledge and experience. When we are young our minds hoover up and … Continue reading "Forget Decline: This Beautiful Change Gives The Aging Brain A New Purpose (M)"
The Common Vitamin Linked To Weight Loss
The vitamin deficiency linked to increased belly fat.
2 Personality Traits Linked To A Stronger Immune System
Certain personality traits influence the body's immune system response.
4 Wonderful Signs You Have A High IQ
Four things that indicate high intelligence in a person.
The Remarkable Physiological Effect Of Being Around Someone You Love (M)
Being close to someone you trust changes how the body handles everyday physiological demands.
Only 25% Of Workers Use This Strategy That Makes Work Feel Better (M)
The most energised workers have discovered something surprisingly simple about how to structure their working day.
Most People Assume Thinking Requires Language — These Results Suggest Otherwise (M)
What happens to reasoning when language breaks down? Brain scans revealed an unexpected answer.
Single People Who Do This Feel Happier With Their Lives (M)
Being single doesn't have to mean missing out. One mindset can turn it into an opportunity for personal growth.
9 Powerful Signals Hidden In The Sound Of Your Voice (P)
Your voice may reveal far more about you than you realise, from hidden feelings to the way others perceive you.
The One Thing That Can Make Exercise Feel Much Harder Before You Even Start (M)
Why exercise feels much harder on some days, even when your physical strength has not changed.
A Familiar Medication That Could Lower Dementia Risk After This Diagnosis (M)
This common medication could have benefits beyond cardiovascular health, but researchers say timing may be important.
Your Dreams Are Not Random — This Massive Study Reveals What They’re Really Doing (M)
Thousands of dream diaries revealed a hidden pattern linking dreams to personality, emotions and even world events.
One Of Psychology’s Most Famous Effects May Be Completely Backwards (M)
For 25 years we thought the least skilled were overconfident. Then researchers checked the maths.
These Breathing Techniques Reduce Addiction Cravings (M)
From nicotine to alcohol, these breathing exercises show promise for reducing cravings across many addictions.
This Surprisingly Simple Routine Is Linked To Less Depression And Less Pain (M)
Even a two-hour change in your routine could be affecting your body and mind more than you realise. Here's why.
7 Remarkable Benefits Of Learning A Second Language (P)
Learning a second language may strengthen the brain, improve thinking and change how we see the world.
The 3 Traits Linked To A Life Of Greater Happiness And Meaning (M)
Three psychological qualities were linked to greater well-being and flourishing — but they may each play a different role.
This Is How Slowly You Can Run And Still Boost Your Brain (M)
The secret to this gentle brain boost may have less to do with speed than with how your head moves.
The One Fear That May Be Aging Your Body Faster (M)
Not all worries about aging are equal. Researchers discovered one concern with a much stronger effect.
People Who Stop Chasing The ‘Perfect Job’ Discover Something Better (M)
The happiest workers aren't necessarily in perfect jobs. Their secret may be much simpler than you think.
Why Sights Stick In Our Minds, But Sounds Fade Away (M)
You can probably remember the sight of a particular waterfall, but can you remember how it sounded?
3 Simple Habits That Make Technology Much Less Stressful (M)
The way you use technology may matter more than how much you use it.
17 Common Parenting Practices That Research Says Damages Children (P)
How well-meaning parents are accidentally damaging their children's mental health with these common mistakes.
The Way You Think About Getting Older Could Change Your Social Life (M)
How you picture old age may influence the friendships and family relationships you have in it.
This Common Vitamin Deficiency Is Linked To Much Weaker Muscles
Weak muscles in later life may reveal more than a loss of fitness, as researchers identify a possible nutritional clue.
Why Closing Your Eyes Can Actually Make It Harder to Hear (M)
We often close our eyes when concentrating on a sound. But research suggests the trick may depend on what is happening around you.
This Vitamin In The Brain Is Linked To A Lower Risk Of Dementia
A study finds a link between levels of one vitamin in the brain and how well people maintain their cognitive abilities.
These Women Believe They’re Destined To Be Alone — Researchers Wanted To Know Why (M)
Some women believe romance is permanently out of reach. A study reveals the beliefs driving that feeling.
4 Personality Traits That Have Powerful Links To Intelligence
Four aspect of personality stands out for their connection to memory, knowledge and cognitive ability.
This Constipation Drug May Help Clear Depression’s Lingering Brain Fog (M)
Memory and attention problems can persist after depression -- this surprising treatment may help.
The Easiest Way To Feel Calmer Involves Nature — But Not Going Outside (M)
This quick stress-relief trick could be useful in schools, hospitals and workplaces.
One Sitting Habit That May Age Your Brain Faster (M)
Not all sitting appears equal. One popular pastime showed much stronger links to poor brain health than others.
16 Small Changes That Make You Instantly More Attractive (P)
Attraction isn't just about looks. Discover the 16 psychology-backed behaviours that make people more appealing.
The Vitamin Linked To Better Sleep And Sharper Thinking (M)
Taking higher doses of this supplement enhances sleep and cognition in people with dementia.