Mental Well-being
Researchers discover how long-term money problems affect the brain
A British research project that followed participants for more than 70 years suggests that ongoing financial hardship may affect brain health later in life. The findings show a link...
Mental Well-being
Do you want to be happier? Copy these habits from people over 60
Many people associate happiness with major life changes, but according to statements from a psychiatrist cited by Psychologies,...
Mental Well-being
How to make every day better, according to science
New research published in PNAS Nexus has examined how the way people spend their time during a typical...
Mental Well-being
Your brain may be the reason you need more alone time
Many people view spending time alone as a sign of social withdrawal. Research suggests that the reality may be different.
Mental Well-being
Serious mental illness may shorten life by up to 20 years, and suicide is not the main cause
A new study finds most of the gap is driven by preventable physical disease.
Mental Well-being
Researchers discover how long-term money problems affect the brain
A British research project that followed participants for more than 70 years suggests that ongoing financial hardship may affect brain health later in life. The findings show a link...
Mental Well-being
Do you want to be happier? Copy these habits from people over 60
Many people associate happiness with major life changes, but according to statements from a psychiatrist cited by Psychologies,...
Mental Well-being
How to make every day better, according to science
New research published in PNAS Nexus has examined how the way people spend their time during a typical...
Mental Well-being
Your brain may be the reason you need more alone time
Many people view spending time alone as a sign of social withdrawal. Research suggests that the reality may be different.
Weak circadian rhythms linked to 2.5 times higher dementia risk in older adults
A three-year study of 2,183 seniors found the weakest body clocks carried the highest risk of cognitive decline.
Napping 20 to 30 minutes sharpens the mind, but over an hour is linked to cognitive decline
A new peer-reviewed review pins down the nap sweet spot, and flags the risks of overdoing it.
Sleep, not screen time, is the strongest predictor of teen school and social success
A UC Davis study finds sleep outranks screens, exercise and diet in shaping adolescent success.
Scientists identify 5 sleep types, each linked to distinct brain wiring and health risks
A new brain-imaging study argues sleep is not one problem but five.
A half hour with a book may be linked to 23 months of longer life
Research suggests that a simple activity may benefit both the brain and mental well-being.
Getting enough hours isn’t enough: A steady bedtime is linked to 20-48 percent lower risk of dying early
Going to bed at the same time each night may matter more for long-term health than the total hours you sleep.