NeuropsychologyAug 5, 2026
Neural Stem Cells Branch Earlier Than Expected
Cortical neural stem cells branch early into parallel lineages, overturning traditional views on how brain cell types form.
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Clinical PsychologyAug 5, 2026
FDA authorizes sale of four on! nicotine pouches
The FDA has authorized the marketing of four on! nicotine pouch products, citing “lower levels of most harmful and potentially harmful constituents” vs. other oral and smokeless tobacco products.The on! products (Helix…
Health PsychologyAug 5, 2026
A new reason to use the whole watermelon: USDA adds official nutrition profile for watermelon rind
Watermelon's rind is finally getting some respect. The fruit's outer layer now has an official nutrition profile in USDA FoodData Central, giving registered dietitians, researchers, recipe developers and other food…
Clinical PsychologyAug 5, 2026
Dirty Air Worsens Rheumatoid Arthritis Outcomes, Study Shows
(MedPage Today) -- Koreans with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) showed increased disease activity and higher flare rates when exposed to relatively high levels of small atmospheric particulate matter, researchers reported…
PsychologyAug 5, 2026
The New Definition of LARPing
Posted August 5, 2026 | Reviewed by Gary Drevitch Is "LARPing" playing some kind of role in your life? There was the original gaming meaning of LARPing—Live-Action Role-Playing—which referred to dressing up in real life…
Health PsychologyAug 5, 2026
Cancer cells hijack a fatty acid to escape immune attack in liver metastases
Liver metastases are among the most common and deadly forms of cancer spread. Now, researchers at VIB and KU Leuven, with international collaborators, have discovered how cancer cells exploit a fatty acid abundant in the…
NeuropsychologyAug 5, 2026
Brain-Inspired AI Cuts Video Processing Time
A new study introduces EMF-dVAE, a brain-inspired AI model that reduces video processing time by 65% and uses 15% of visual data while improving accuracy.
PsychologyAug 5, 2026
Antidepressants and Suicide Risk
Posted August 5, 2026 | Reviewed by Monica Vilhauer Ph.D. Whether antidepressants can trigger suicidal thoughts in some patients remains one of the most controversial questions in psychopharmacology. Clinical trials…
NeuropsychologyAug 5, 2026
Fiona Phillips' Alzheimer's Journey: Beyond Memory Loss
Phillips' Alzheimer's journey is raising awareness that the disease can affect more than memory, including appearance and everyday life.
Clinical PsychologyAug 5, 2026
Use of PDE5 Inhibitor Tied to Increased Glaucoma Risk
(MedPage Today) -- Men who used the PDE5 inhibitor tadalafil (Cialis) for lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) had an increased likelihood of developing glaucoma-related clinical events, according to a large retrospective…
NeuropsychologyAug 5, 2026
Three middle-age health rules could bring an extra 13 years without dementia, experts say
Avoiding three things during middle age could mean enjoying up to 13 extra years without dementia, a study has found.
Family & RelationshipsAug 5, 2026
Relationships that feel like a full-time job? Here's why Gen Z is saying 'no' and refusing to settle for less
For years, people were told that every successful relationship needs hard work. Movies, television shows and even family advice often repeated the same idea if you truly love someone, you fight for ...
Health PsychologyAug 5, 2026
Precision screening and local care advance hepatitis C elimination
Hepatitis C remains a major cause of liver cirrhosis and liver cancer worldwide. Although highly effective antiviral medicines can cure most infections, many people remain undiagnosed or untreated because health care…
Health PsychologyAug 5, 2026
AI companions may worsen loneliness for vulnerable users
AI companions are becoming increasingly popular, with millions of users forming deep connections with persona-based chatbots and simulated AI partners. But if you're considering leaning on an AI companion for emotional…
NeuropsychologyAug 5, 2026
Zoo education strengthens people's connection to nature
Zoos offer people the opportunity to experience animals and engage with the natural world. Alongside recreation, they also play important roles in species conservation and scientific research. Education is another core…
Mental HealthAug 5, 2026
People-Pleasing Linked to Women's Long-Term Health Risks
Chronic people-pleasing and emotional self-silencing may affect women's mental wellbeing and are linked to greater fibromyalgia symptom severity.
PsychologyAug 5, 2026
"You're a Psychologist. You Know..."
Posted August 5, 2026 | Reviewed by Gary Drevitch I have spent more than three decades studying, teaching, researching, mentoring, and practicing psychology. One phrase has followed me everywhere—dinner parties, clinics…
AddictionAug 5, 2026
Florence councilman shares addiction recovery story as city distributes opioid settlement funds
City leaders say Florence is in the third phase of distributing funds from a landmark pharmaceutical lawsuit settlement, with a focus on partnering with local organizations to address addiction.
ResearchAug 5, 2026
Many video game trolls are actually just vigilantes acting on a misunderstanding, study suggests
New research suggests much of the toxic behavior in online video games stems from a simple misunderstanding. When players misinterpret ambiguous actions as trolling, they often retaliate, accidentally sparking a…
Health PsychologyAug 5, 2026
Early split in brain precursors creates two neuron lineages, mouse study finds
The cerebral cortex is densely packed with different nerve cells that enable us to perceive, think and act. Yet how these cell types arise as the brain develops is still not fully understood. Irene Varela-Martínez, a…
Health PsychologyAug 5, 2026
Targeting sensory nerves after growth plate injuries may bolster healing
In January this year, a team of Johns Hopkins Medicine investigators, led by pathologist Aaron W. James, MD, Ph.D., discovered that sensory neurons in skeletal tissue are constantly sensing their environment and quickly…
Health PsychologyAug 5, 2026
Poor housing conditions can raise fall risk for older adults
Older adults living in homes with electrical or plumbing problems, insufficient space or poor lighting are more likely to experience a fall, according to a new study published Aug. 5, 2026, in the open-access journal…
Health PsychologyAug 5, 2026
Engineered human neurons rebuild damaged spinal cord circuits
Spinal cord injuries affect an estimated 15 to 20 million people worldwide, often causing lasting impairments in movement, sensation and independence. Such injuries can be especially devastating when they occur at the…
Social PsychologyAug 5, 2026
How humans process the extraordinary—most report positive long-term effects
One-fourth of people who undergo an extraordinary experience report immediate discomfort, but more than half say the experience caused positive long-term effects, according to a study published Aug. 5, 2026, in the…
Health PsychologyAug 5, 2026
A new drug that can potentially overcome cancer therapy resistance
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine have developed a drug called CS18 that disrupts cancer cells' ability to survive therapy. The findings, published in Science Advances, support exploring the possibility of using…
Social PsychologyAug 5, 2026
Distrust of mainstream media may fuel vaccine conspiracy beliefs
A research team led by Professor Hitoshi Yamamoto of Rissho University analyzed five years of longitudinal panel survey data collected between 2020 and 2024 and examined how vaccine-related conspiracy beliefs were…
Health PsychologyAug 5, 2026
How 'good' bacteria from fecal transplants reduce peanut allergy
Some 33 million Americans have severe food allergies. Now, researchers at Boston Children's Hospital may have found a promising solution. In a small clinical trial, Rima Rachid, M.D., director of the Food Allergy Program…
NeuropsychologyAug 5, 2026
These midlife health factors might delay dementia by 13 years
Research reveals three critical midlife health measures, between ages 45-65, that could delay dementia onset by up to 13 years through improved cardiovascular health.
PsychologyAug 5, 2026
How to Connect with Adopted and Foster Children
This post is part of a series on adverse childhood experiences. Read the other parts here. Adopted or foster children come with challenging experiences. All have been separated from their biological parents. Many had…
Clinical PsychologyAug 5, 2026
Psilocybin for PTSD; Breathwork and Cravings; 'Game of Thrones' Writer's Depression
(MedPage Today) -- Psilocybin-assisted therapy improved symptoms of severe, treatment-resistant post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among veterans in an open-label trial. (Communications Medicine) High school students…