Mind

Expert identifies common traits in music that boost listeners’ mood

A particular melody tops an analysis of the songs most likely to make us feel happy.

How science says you can beat the winter blues this year

A new review of winter wellbeing research highlights four surprisingly simple strategies that can make the darkest months feel lighter.

Novo Nordisk halts Alzheimer’s trial after disappointing results

Researchers had hoped for a breakthrough in Alzheimer’s treatment, but the latest findings have created new uncertainty.

Practical strategies for managing everyday life with ADHD

Many individuals look for everyday strategies to handle ADHD more effectively, and the following tips may help.

How to keep alcohol from ruining Christmas

The social expectations of the holiday season can increase pressure to drink, but small choices in December can help you stay on track.

Expert identifies common traits in music that boost listeners’ mood

A particular melody tops an analysis of the songs most likely to make us feel happy.

How science says you can beat the winter blues this year

A new review of winter wellbeing research highlights four surprisingly simple strategies that can make the darkest months feel lighter.

Novo Nordisk halts Alzheimer’s trial after disappointing results

Researchers had hoped for a breakthrough in Alzheimer’s treatment, but the latest findings have created new uncertainty.

Practical strategies for managing everyday life with ADHD

Many individuals look for everyday strategies to handle ADHD more effectively, and the following tips may help.

What sleep therapists want you to know about common bedtime habits

A new look at common sleep advice reveals why well-meant habits can quietly make insomnia worse.

Fruits and vegetables may boost your sleep, new research finds

New research points to a simple dietary shift that may help people sleep more deeply, without buying another gadget.

A small dose of daily movement can give you more energy

Feeling worn down isn’t always about lack of sleep. For many adults, long hours of sitting slowly chip away at their sense of vitality....

New genetic study links impulsive choices to multiple diseases

A major study suggests that the tendency to pick quick rewards over delayed ones is rooted in our biology, and may influence risks for a wide range of medical conditions.

Researchers uncover why some people are simply better at remembering faces

Some people can remember faces with astonishing accuracy, and new research reveals why their eyes work differently from everyone else’s.

Dermatologist: Lip balm doesn’t cause addiction

A long-running rumor claims that frequent lip balm use makes your lips dependent on it. A dermatologist explains what’s really happening when lips feel endlessly dry.