A new study reports that cats may help boost empathy while reducing symptoms of separation anxiety in children with autism. Gretchen Carlisle, a school nurse at...
Matthew Gallagher, an associate professor of clinical psychology at the University of Houston, has joined a long-standing discussion about the value of hope. Gallagher claims in...
Gender identity and biological sex are two distinct concepts. In today’s context, understanding gender identity is not only relevant but also necessary. Gender identity refers to...
Momentary mood swings, even those lasting only seconds, drastically affect the brain’s response to enjoyable events in persons with bipolar disorder, according to a new study...
In older age, anxiety and depression are common, presenting a serious public health risk (World Health Organization, 2023a, 2023b). Healthcare practitioners frequently minimize these issues, treating...
A 15-year longitudinal study demonstrates how symptoms of childhood sleeplessness can shape significant predictors of anxiety and mood disorders in young people. Increased Risk of Internalizing...
When it comes to depression, serotonin plays a significant role in drug development, diagnosis, and treatment. A Chinese team has recently created a fluorescent probe for...
Relationships have always intrigued researchers, particularly regarding how emotional connections draw people closer. This fascination highlights the importance of affectionate touch, a key behavior for understanding...
A study conducted by the psychologists of South Dakota University tried to ponder upon the relations among compliance to schedule, practice time of meditation, self-compassion, and...
Previous research indicated that social isolation and loneliness are drivers of smoking behaviors. However, a new study reports that smoking itself may lead to social isolation...