From purling to puzzles, these hobbies could reduce dementia risk
Dementia is now the leading cause of death in Australia.
May 26, 2026
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Behavior and Behavior Mechanisms: News and Research on Social Behavior
MeSH tree: F01.145.813
School recess is a health necessity, not a reward, says psychologist
Cutting recess doesn't just shortchange kids on playtime. A Syracuse University researcher says it can have real consequences for their health and development.
May 20, 2026
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Autism social differences emerge early but can change considerably by adulthood, research suggests
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by differences in behavior, social interactions, communication, and sensory perceptions. Some autistic individuals find communicating and connecting ...
Q&A: Why wealth fails to shield Black Americans from pregnancy risks
It's widely known that low-income Black women suffer far higher maternal health risks than low- income white mothers, often because they lack access to quality health care. But in a new book, UC Berkeley law professor Khiara ...
May 18, 2026
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How childhood maltreatment increases risk of later domestic abuse
Experiencing abuse or neglect as a child can increase the risk of being victimized by a romantic partner in adulthood, by impacting personality and mental health development, finds a new study led by University College London ...
May 18, 2026
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You can change your emotions, but it's a 2‑step process that takes some effort
Picture Gigi, having a chat with her boss, when the meeting takes a sharp turn. Gigi's boss tells her that her work has been lacking recently and that maybe she needs to stay late a couple of evenings to make it up. Surprised ...
May 12, 2026
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Screens are part of modern parenting—five tips for healthy use
Screens are everywhere in children's lives. They use them at school and at home. They see screens used by their parents as they work on laptops, use phones to arrange playdates or look up outings or recipes on tablets.
May 11, 2026
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Study reveals how parenting styles shape babies' willingness to help others
New research from Durham University shows that the way parents instruct and encourage infants to help plays a key role in how helping behavior develops, and that these approaches vary across cultures.
May 8, 2026
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Key magic mushroom ingredient makes fish less aggressive and lazier
More than 200 mushrooms—primarily those belonging to a genus of gilled mushrooms called Psilocybe—contain the psychoactive compound psilocybin. In the brain of mammals, this chemical can bind to serotonin receptors and influence ...
May 7, 2026
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The GLP-1 paradox: Weight loss drugs may lead to stigma
Glucagonlike peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications have taken over the national conversation around weight loss. From celebrity headlines to everyday conversations, GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are often framed as breakthroughs ...
May 4, 2026
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