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Rest is essential during the holidays, but it may mean getting active, not crashing on the couch
Rest is essential during the holidays, but it may mean getting active, not crashing on the couch During the holiday season, rest and leisure are essential for reducing stress and promoting well-being, but many people struggle to unwind due to financial stress, disrupted routines, and challenging family dynamics. Research shows that active leisure experiences, such […]
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How to reduce gift-giving stress with your kids – a child psychologist’s tips for making magic and avoiding tears
How to reduce gift-giving stress with your kids – a child psychologist’s tips for making magic and avoiding tears Consider the age rule: Young children can focus on only one to five things at a time, so limit gift-giving to this number. The attention rule suggests buying gifts that you would enjoy playing with as […]
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Hacked phones and Wi-Fi surveillance have replaced Cold War spies and radio waves in the delusions of people with schizophrenia
Hacked phones and Wi-Fi surveillance have replaced Cold War spies and radio waves in the delusions of people with schizophrenia A growing number of people with schizophrenia are developing delusions that incorporate modern technology, such as Wi-Fi surveillance and social media manipulation. Research has shown that over half of participants in a study on thought […]
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Specific brain circuit drives opioid relapse
Specific brain circuit drives opioid relapse Researchers at Washington State University have discovered how a specific brain circuit drives opioid relapse, which could lead to more effective treatments for opioid use disorders. The study found that reducing activity within a neural circuit linking the prelimbic cortex and the paraventricular thalamus significantly reduced drug-seeking behavior in […]
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Sleep problems and depression can be a vicious cycle, especially during pregnancy − here’s why it’s important to get help
Sleep problems and depression can be a vicious cycle, especially during pregnancy − here’s why it’s important to get help Pregnant women are more likely to experience sleep problems and mental health challenges due to the complex interplay between sleep, stress, and hormonal changes during pregnancy. Sleep disturbances can exacerbate mental health problems such as […]
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You need to read the treatise on spacing out, Bored and Brilliant
You need to read the treatise on spacing out, Bored and Brilliant Author shares their personal struggle with spacing out, which they’ve been called a “daydreamer” or “space cadet” in the past. The book “Bored and Brilliant” by Manoush Zomorodi makes the case that letting your mind wander is essential and a luxury we shouldn’t […]
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Mindfulness could help keep your relationship strong
Mindfulness could help keep your relationship strong Mindfulness can help strengthen relationships by reducing stress and improving communication, according to a new study conducted by researchers at the University of Georgia. Couples who practiced mindfulness reported higher confidence in their relationship and better overall relationship quality, even during difficult times. Women’s mindfulness had a significant […]
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Team pinpoints brain cells that drive anxiety in mice
Team pinpoints brain cells that drive anxiety in mice Researchers at the University of Utah have identified two groups of brain cells in mice that regulate anxiety: Hoxb8 microglia, which act as a brake pedal to prevent anxiety, and non-Hoxb8 microglia, which act as an accelerator that promotes anxiety. The study found that when only […]
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We created health guidelines for fighting loneliness – here’s what we recommend
We created health guidelines for fighting loneliness – here’s what we recommend Loneliness has been declared an epidemic by the US Surgeon General, with social isolation increasing the risk of death by 30% and contributing to deaths from factors like suicide, addiction, and alcoholism. The first systematic effort to develop evidence-based guidelines for social connection […]
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Patterns may reveal who’ll benefit from new schizophrenia drug
Patterns may reveal who’ll benefit from new schizophrenia drug A new study has identified patterns that may help predict which patients will benefit most from a new schizophrenia drug called Cobenfy. The study, led by Michael Halassa, analyzed data from 49 patients and found that those with prominent negative symptoms (such as social withdrawal) showed […]
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