Psychology

For many people, the run-up to Christmas is filled with excitement and anticipation. For others, it can quietly tip into something more difficult. A drop in mood is particularly common after Christmas, especially in the […]

Following a stroke, some people experience a language disorder that hinders their ability to process speech sounds. How do their brains change from stroke?This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com

We’re constantly told that spending time in nature is good for the body and the mind alike. A large body of research shows multiple health benefits from contact with nature, ranging from stress reduction to […]

We’ve all had the feeling. You’re embarrassed and then there it is: a warm flush creeping up your neck and across your cheeks. The more you think about it, the hotter and redder you get. […]

When it comes to our most important long-term goals in life, it is not uncommon to face obstacles that may lead us to doubt whether we can achieve our ambitions.This article was originally published on […]

Texas A&M University researchers have found that a brief virtual reality (VR) simulation of a near-death experience can sharply reduce people’s anxiety about death. In a small pilot study of about 60 young adults, participants […]

Every day, thousands of kids suffer the fear, shame and frustration of being bullied. More than 19% of children aged 12 to 18 say they have been targeted by peers, with a frightening number of […]

Anxiety has declined since the pandemic among Minnesota teens, who are still using social media even if they think they shouldn’t and consuming more energy drinks to keep up with homework and activities, according to […]

Every winter, millions of people curl up on the couch and press play on the same beloved holiday movies—whether it’s “Love Actually,” “The Holiday,” “The Family Stone” or “Four Christmases.”This article was originally published on […]

If you scroll through TikTok or Instagram long enough, you’ll inevitably stumble across the line: “Your frontal lobe isn’t fully developed yet.” It’s become neuroscience’s go-to explanation for bad decisions, like ordering an extra drink […]