Articles on mental health, wellness, mindfulness and life energy: psychology, practices and research for a clear mind and a healthy body.
A parent’s “I don’t remember that” doesn’t erase the pain you experienced. We explore why childhood memories differ, how to recognize invalidation, and whether you need to get your parent to acknowledge what happened.
Dissolvable strips let you take supplements without water. We look at whether that means better vitamin absorption and what evidence is needed to compare this new format with tablets.
The new drug Hibsago has helped some patients maintain control of hepatitis B after stopping treatment. We explain who it may be suitable for and why treatment can only be stopped under medical supervision.
In a two-year trial, DHA levels in cerebrospinal fluid increased, but memory did not improve. We explain why absorbing a supplement does not necessarily benefit the brain.
A personalized mRNA vaccine from Moderna and Merck improved outcomes for melanoma patients after surgery. We explain how it works and what a 42% reduction in the risk of recurrence or death means.
Smartwatches and rings can help you notice changes in sleep, heart rate, and temperature. We look at what this data can tell you about menopause symptoms–and how to use it without falling into anxious self-diagnosis.
A get-together feels good once it’s underway, but beforehand it promises nothing. We explore how anticipation differs from pleasure and how childhood adversity may be connected to that difference.
A larger portion can contain fewer calories, but it doesn’t necessarily keep you full for longer. We explore the volume eating trend through research on salads, soup, apples, and weight loss.
It’s impossible to wake up in the morning, but energy arrives in the evening—and mood follows a schedule too. A new study on depression calls for a closer look at sleep, but there’s a caveat when it comes to conclusions about treatment.
One photo—and a cancer prognosis? AI has learned to assess health from a facial photograph: what the FAHR-Face study found. Let’s explore the results.
A new haircut can be fun for both partners—until saying no comes at a cost. What people are discussing about BuildABoyfriend, and which partner reactions may signal pressure.
After a report about unwanted symptoms, BPC-157 is once again being discussed as an injury treatment. But there’s a wide gap between a tendon healing in an animal and a person returning to training.