Tag: mental

Research shows hobbies can strengthen mental health

For many adults, leisure time has become something that is squeezed in between obligations. Research suggests, however, that it may be more important than one might think.

Study finds obesity and high blood pressure may cause dementia

New research shifts the focus from treating dementia to preventing it.

What a small wave in traffic can reveal about human behavior

In traffic, many brief encounters take place between people. Some of them last only a few seconds, yet they can still be meaningful.

New research: Finger-prick test may help detect dementia earlier

A new international study is examining a simpler method for detecting dementia at an earlier stage.

New research explains why lack of sleep weakens your concentration

Lack of sleep can make it difficult to concentrate. New research shows that there may be a clear biological explanation for this.

Experts: Why you crave something sweet at certain times

Cravings for sweets are often explained as a lack of self-discipline, but the cause is something entirely different.