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Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume 123, Issue 33, August 2026. SignificanceHigh-profile cases such as Louisiana’s “Cancer Alley” have raised public concerns about the proximity of hazardous sites…
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume 123, Issue 33, August 2026. SignificanceIce shelves provide a key source of stability to the Antarctic Ice Sheet by buttressing the flow of grounded ice. As ice…
Adolescents who use nicotine are more likely to report symptoms of anxiety, depression, and other mental health problems than their peers who do not use nicotine. Girls appear to be particularly ...
Dr. Richard Blake shares steps that may help repair parent-child estrangement, from stabilizing mental health to avoiding moralized language.
Spread the loveFor years, it’s felt like a universally accepted truth: too much screen time is bad for kids. Parents have been bombarded with guidelines, warnings, and well-meaning advice, all ...
New research reveals that physical social isolation harms the aging brain independently of subjective feelings of loneliness. Simulated public health interventions show that reconnecting isolated older adults can…
When temperatures climb, most conversations around teenagers and heat tend to focus on dehydration, heat exhaustion and staying indoors. But new research suggests there may be another effect that ...
A study of nearly 2,000 Dutch high schoolers reveals that when it comes to being someone's crush, a strong network of friends and one-on-one interactions matter far more than a widespread reputation for physical…
Daily 100% fruit juice or smoothie intake may reduce depression scores in adults A 4-week UK trial supported increased fruit and ...
A new study reveals that people with psychopathic traits are much more likely to excuse blatant deceptions on dating apps, such as lying about relationship status, age, or even gender.
A new review highlights that children and teenagers are particularly vulnerable to mental health issues during heatwaves, with significant increases in risk linked to rising temperatures. Insights ...
A new study indicates that introverts and individuals with lower natural joy experience the greatest mood boosts from dopamine-altering drugs and antidepressant placebos. The findings suggest that baseline personality…
A new study finds that as artificial intelligence advances, the fear of falling behind is creating a measurable psychological burden. Fortunately, building practical competence with these new digital tools can help…
I review about 100 character strengths studies per year. There are always a few studies that give me pause. I might see a ...
A new brain-imaging study suggests that dogs may be able to distinguish between certain negative human emotions just by looking at people’s faces.
A new study led by investigators at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center found that while traditional pathological features used to classify aggressive prostate cancer—such as ...
Scientists have found that a brief session of moderate cycling protects the brain's automatic recalibration process. The study highlights how acute exercise helps the nervous system maintain its ability to adjust…
A new clinical trial suggests that a single day of treatment with the inhaled psychedelic mebufotenin can rapidly relieve severe symptoms of postpartum depression, offering a potential alternative to daily medications.
School device use links with lower test scores and distractions abound. But reversing the entrenched pandemic pivot to screens will be hard.
New research suggests that believing a conspiracy theory doesn't always translate to real-world behavior. Instead, the likelihood of taking action is linked to how certain people are about their beliefs and how useful…
A new study led by investigators at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center found that while traditional pathological features used to classify aggressive prostate cancer -such as ...
A person’s rigid attempts to avoid anxious feelings might increase their likelihood of developing an anxiety disorder. New research suggests that learning to accept and adapt to psychological distress could be a key…
BostonSight and L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) have initiated a prospective clinical trial to evaluate the impact of PROSE and SCLERAL specialty lenses on the mental health of patients with corneal ...
As gambling becomes more accessible to college students, a statewide study of Mississippi's public universities found gambling problems frequently occur alongside depression, anxiety and substance use ...
Recent research published in Evolutionary Psychology identifies four distinct subgroups of male physical attraction. The study suggests men rarely prioritize breasts in isolation, indicating that buttocks play a more…
Veterans in Tuscaloosa with treatment-resistant depression will soon have access to a new clinical trial focused on evaluating the effectiveness and safety of using the psychedelic psilocybin as a ...
Cancer patients who received the experimental treatment in combination with standard therapies saw improvement, study finds.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume 123, Issue 33, August 2026.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume 123, Issue 33, August 2026.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume 123, Issue 33, August 2026.
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