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Researchers question safety of AI as a digital therapist

More people are now using AI chatbots to talk about personal problems. But new research raises doubts about how safe these digital conversations really are.

Ten years of data link wildfire smoke to increased urban violence

Climate change is often associated with illness and environmental destruction, but new research suggests that smoke from wildfires may also be linked to violence in cities.

New analysis suggests consciousness may continue after death

New research suggests that death may not occur in a single moment. According to one researcher, consciousness could...

More hours of sleep may lead to weight loss, study shows

Sleep may have a greater impact on body weight than many people realize.

White House rejects psychologist’s allegations regarding trump’s mental state

A psychologist’s public assessment of President Donald Trump’s mental fitness has ignited sharp political debate.

Researchers question safety of AI as a digital therapist

More people are now using AI chatbots to talk about personal problems. But new research raises doubts about how safe these digital conversations really are.

Ten years of data link wildfire smoke to increased urban violence

Climate change is often associated with illness and environmental destruction, but new research suggests that smoke from wildfires may also be linked to violence in cities.

New analysis suggests consciousness may continue after death

New research suggests that death may not occur in a single moment. According to one researcher, consciousness could...

More hours of sleep may lead to weight loss, study shows

Sleep may have a greater impact on body weight than many people realize.

New study: Exercise has a significant positive effect for breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy

New research suggests that exercise can strengthen both body and mind during chemotherapy.

Psychologist identifies three harmful phrases in relationships

A psychologist warns that three common phrases used during arguments may be more damaging to your relationship than you realise.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says keto can cure schizophrenia – psychiatrist rejects the claim

A statement by U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has sparked a new debate about diet and mental illness.

Your fluid balance affects how you handle stress

Research indicates that the body’s fluid balance plays an important role when stress levels rise.

This is why you wake up before your alarm – and what you should do

Many people wake up just minutes before their alarm rings — but should you try to fall back asleep or simply get up?

Robotic pets linked to shorter hospital stays for dementia patients

A hospital in the United States has tested an unusual method to help elderly people with dementia.