Developmental PsychologyJul 28, 2026
Longevity medicine has gone peptide-crazy
If there's a word that captures both the great promise and the persistent uncertainty of longevity medicine, it's peptides.
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Mental HealthJul 28, 2026
A Story of Bad Science: How Defenders of Antidepressant Efficacy Make Their Case
Psychiatric leaders should be in jail because they knowingly spread falsehoods about psychiatric drugs that kill. The post A Story of Bad Science: How Defenders of Antidepressant Efficacy Make Their Case appeared first…
Mental HealthJul 28, 2026
Why does singing feel so good? Is it good for your health?
Have you ever wondered why it feels so good to sing in the shower? Or why turning up the radio in the middle of a traffic jam and singing out loud can put you in a better mood?
NeuropsychologyJul 28, 2026
Dreams drain energy: The REM sleep paradox
The brain demands a lot of energy compared with other organs. However, it can also make do when energy supplies are scarce, flexibly processing information using what is available. How the brain resourcefully allocates…
Health PsychologyJul 28, 2026
A potential sleep crisis among workers over 50: Study links work-related stress to range of well-being issues
Sleep disturbances are far more common among workers in middle to later life than previously believed, according to a study that links work-related stress to a range of well-being issues. Researchers ...
ResearchJul 28, 2026
Mentally, are young people really worse off? Or are they better at admitting they’re struggling?
Ask any parent, teacher or GP and they will tell you young people seem to be doing worse, mentally, than they used to. National surveys back them up. The share of Australians aged 16–24 reporting a ...
AddictionJul 28, 2026
The Science of Wholeness: Re-Engineering Long-Term Recovery in Modern Behavioral Healthcare
For decades, the dominant public image of addiction recovery was defined by emergency medical interventions, austere clinical environments, and an acute focus on immediate physical stabilization.
Mental HealthJul 28, 2026
Researchers find simple habit to improve physical and mental health
University of Missouri researchers have identified a simple, effective way to improve quality of life. A new study found that maintaining a consistent daily routine can reduce physical pain and ease symptoms of…
Clinical PsychologyJul 28, 2026
What Designing AI Taught Me About Why Psychiatrists Ignore It
Clinical AI in psychiatry falters when designers miss ward realities; better ethnographic UX research reduces alert fatigue, cognitive load, and boosts meaningful adoption.
ResearchJul 28, 2026
‘Forever chemicals’ could be aging dolphins beyond their years
Common dolphins in New Zealand are biologically older than their calendar ages. Trace metals and “forever chemicals” may be to blame.
Health PsychologyJul 28, 2026
Primary care physicians weigh in on the trade-offs between health system employment and independent practice
A qualitative interview study of 30 U.S. primary care physicians identified five major themes regarding the day-to-day experiences of independent practitioners and those employed by health systems. Health system…
NeuropsychologyJul 28, 2026
New human tissue model tracks aggressive brain tumor infiltration
Glioblastoma is an aggressive brain tumor that infiltrates deep into the surrounding brain tissue. Even after surgery, tumor cells remain in the brain and the tumor recurs.
Child PsychologyJul 28, 2026
This just-approved ADHD medication works in a brand-new way
The FDA has approved Simtriyo, a nonstimulant daily pill for ADHD in children, teens, and adults. Here’s more on potential side effects and who the medication might benefit.
Mental HealthJul 28, 2026
CREOKS Health Services launches new behavioral health center in Broken Arrow
New facility will expand access to behavioral health, crisis care and integrated health services through a phased opening.
Military & First RespondersJul 28, 2026
Officer runs 133 miles, from Montauk to NYC, to combat mental health struggles in veterans, first responders
"We all face mental health struggles at different points in our lives, and I believe no one should have to face them alone." ...
NeuropsychologyJul 28, 2026
Top neuroscientists reveal the daily habits they use to protect their brains
There are 982,000 people living with dementia in the UK, according to Alzheimer’s Research UK, and this is expected to rise to 1.4 million by 2040. Avoiding cognitive decline is a priority for many of ...
ResearchJul 28, 2026
New study sheds light on how testosterone and estrogen treatments alter sexual motivation
A recent study provides evidence that administering opposite-sex hormones to rats shifts their sexual behavior to resemble the opposite sex. The findings suggest that these hormonal changes also suppress natural…
Child PsychologyJul 28, 2026
Rare TBX4 mutations reveal excess lung muscle behind childhood pulmonary hypertension
For families of children with rare diseases, the search for answers can be lonely, desperate and frustrating. Such is the case with pulmonary hypertension, or PH. Defined as high blood pressure in the lungs, PH forces…
Mental HealthJul 28, 2026
Tree canopy linked to lower depression in older Australians
Older Australians living in areas with more tree canopy had fewer depressive symptoms over time, a new study of more than 1,000 people ages 70–90 has found.
ResearchJul 28, 2026
New images reveal Betelgeuse’s buddy star
A century of hints has suggested the famed red supergiant had a star pal but seeing it amid Betelgeuse’s brightness has been hard — until now.
Child PsychologyJul 28, 2026
The ADHD support systems that really work
A look at ADHD support systems that can make daily life easier, based on practical approaches shared in the video.
Forensic PsychologyJul 28, 2026
Another competency evaluation requested in Vinton County child endangerment case. This time for the grandmother
A third member of a Vinton County family accused of keeping 16 children in horrific living conditions is now seeking a competency evaluation.
NeuropsychologyJul 28, 2026
Brain Scans Reveal Which Disorders May Accelerate Brain Aging
Large-scale MRI analysis suggests that several brain disorders are linked to brains that appear older than a person’s chronological age. Credit: Shutterstock Accelerated brain aging was associated ...
Health PsychologyJul 28, 2026
Misfolded insulin may be quietly driving diabetes
Researchers found that insulin-producing cells depend on a team of helper proteins to keep insulin production on track. When one key partner was missing, damaged proteins built up and the cells made less insulin…
AddictionJul 28, 2026
Bad beats: Calls to Florida gambling addiction helplines jump 138% in 2 years
More than a third of Floridians who have had significant gambling losses have lied about those bad bets. A new report detailing ...
ProfessionJul 28, 2026
State funds provide mental health services, counselor training to college students
Many college students are facing significant mental health problems, caused by a variety of factors, including economic instability and social media use. A mental health workforce program in Virginia ...
NeuropsychologyJul 28, 2026
Brain fluid structure may flag future dementia risk years before diagnosis
Dementia, a progressive loss of memory and decline in mental function that can be caused by various neurological conditions, is estimated to affect more than 57 million people worldwide. Identifying specific biological…
Social MediaJul 28, 2026
Brazil gives parents social media controls for their kids. Why doesn’t California?
California is leading on kids’ data privacy in the U.S. but still lags internationally.
AddictionJul 28, 2026
39 uncommon addictions people talked about in a serious thread
Just because they're not life-threatening doesn't mean these addictions can't still grab ahold of your life.
Mental HealthJul 28, 2026
Addressing Alcohol Use in HIV Prevention and Care: Behavioral, Social, and Structural Perspectives
Alcohol use remains one of the most prevalent and modifiable behavioral factors influencing HIV prevention, treatment, and long-term health. Across the HIV ...