NeuropsychologyAug 24, 2026
I’m a neurologist — the quickest test for dementia is just 3 hand movements
More than 10 million people are diagnosed with dementia each year, but a quick test may give some insight to cognitive functioning.
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Positive PsychologyAug 24, 2026
7 Books that explain why some people seem naturally resilient
Explore 7 powerful books that reveal why some people bounce back from adversity and how resilience can be developed through mindset & experience.
PsychologyAug 24, 2026
The Complex Psychology Of People Choosing To Trust Either Humans Or AI
Human psychology is changing due to the advent of AI that appears convincingly human-like during interaction. Trust is up for grabs. An AI Insider analysis and scoop.
Developmental PsychologyAug 23, 2026
MWITI: Early childhood development; The invisible investment
By the time two children walk into a pre-primary school classroom for the first time, life may already have set them on very different paths. One may arrive healthy, well-nourished, confident and ...
School & EducationAug 23, 2026
HVRSD Prepares for New School Year With New Cellphone Rules, Mental Health Funding
With students returning to classrooms on Sept.1, the Hopewell Valley Regional School District is putting the final pieces in place for the 2026-27 school ...
Clinical PsychologyAug 23, 2026
Does narcissism start in childhood? The childhood origins of personality disorders
Here's how to tell when narcissism and other personality disorders might stem from childhood - according to an educational psychologist. The post Does narcissism start in childhood? The childhood ...
Clinical PsychologyAug 23, 2026
Mental health trust cuts clinician admin by 68% after scaling AVT
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust has cut clinical admin by up to 68% after scaling ambient voice technology (AVT).
TraumaAug 23, 2026
Psychology explains how trauma can trigger the lesser-known ‘fawn response’, making some people act calm and cooperative instead of fighting, fleeing or freezing during a ...
Fawning is a trauma response where individuals placate perceived threats, diverging from the instinctual fight-or-flight reaction. Survivors might engage in cooperative behaviors to diffuse potential ...
Mental HealthAug 23, 2026
How does stress show up in your body?
Stress physically alters how your body functions every day. Chronic mental pressure leads to tight muscles, tension headaches, severe digestive problems, and an elevated resting heart rate.
Mental HealthAug 23, 2026
Men urged to break silence on mental health
Namibian men are being urged to break the culture of silence around mental health as the country continues to record hundreds of suicide deaths and thousands of attempts. Namibia recorded 542 suicide ...
AddictionAug 23, 2026
Pagcor gambling addiction counseling programs must be free--Brian Poe
A vice chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations is seeking increased funding for mental health and anti-gambling addiction programs under ...
Mental HealthAug 23, 2026
What’s really keeping young men out of the workforce?
The labor force decline among younger men has been significant. According to a May analysis from the American Institute for Boys and Men, labor force participation among men ages ...
PsychologyAug 23, 2026
Psychology says people who check their phone immediately after waking up may be seeking more than notifications
Instantly reaching for our phones upon waking is a reflection of ingrained routines and an adventurous spirit. This action is often fueled by a craving for connection and timely information.
Mental HealthAug 23, 2026
Hart County car show raises money, awareness for suicide prevention
A group of Hart County residents held a car show Saturday to raise money for suicide prevention and remind people help is available.
Mental HealthAug 23, 2026
A childhood shaped by sugar rationing was linked to mental health more than 50 years later
UK Biobank researchers examined whether sugar rationing during pregnancy and the first two years of life was associated with adult sweet-food preferences, sugar intake, brain structure, anxiety, and ...
Social MediaAug 23, 2026
People Who Don’t Like Posting On Social Media Usually Have 9 Cozy Hobbies That Make Them Truly Happy
It's easy to yourself in a stressful social media scroll session, which is why so many young people have taken up analog hobbies that make them truly happy and given up posting on social media ...
PsychologyAug 23, 2026
4 psychology tricks that can make you more attractive without changing your looks
Attraction is influenced by more than appearance. These four psychology based techniques explore how confidence, communication, body language, and social connection can shape the way others perceive ...
Mental HealthAug 23, 2026
Acadia Healthcare Company Isn't Great, But The Big Picture Justifies Optimism
Acadia Healthcare's revenue continues to climb, but profitability is pressured by rising labor costs and a tight labor market. Read why ACHC stock is a soft Buy.
ResearchAug 23, 2026
New study: Men and women multitask equally well, but men talk less while doing it
Do women really multitask better than men? Researchers put both sexes through a rigorous real-world simulation. While they scored the same on most metrics, one difference emerged that explains why men often look like…
Mental HealthAug 23, 2026
Women spend 201 minutes more than men on household work: Expert reveals daily habits that affect women’s mental health
Women’s mental health can be influenced by everyday routines and social pressures. From irregular sleep and rushed meals to mental load, emotional suppression, social media comparison and lack of ...
NeuropsychologyAug 23, 2026
Faster Path To Treatment For Deadly Childhood Dementia
Getty ImagesAn Australian research collaboration has identified several existing TGA‑approved medicines that could help slow brain damage in children ...
Mental HealthAug 23, 2026
Construction Industry Schedules Nationwide Stand Down for Suicide Prevention
Construction companies will pause work to hold a moment of silence and address mental health challenges across jobsites.
Social MediaAug 23, 2026
Are social media videos really damaging kids’ brains?
Allison Hensley, MD, explains the true impact scrolling social media has on kids and what parents can do about it.
ResearchAug 23, 2026
Songwriting Survivorship: A Music Therapy Study Examines the Needs and Challenges of Cancer Survivors
Researchers from Drexel University are exploring music therapy as a way to better understand what cancer survivors are going through and help them to manage post-treatment challenges and long-term ...
Clinical PsychologyAug 23, 2026
The Silent Battle: Why Millions Are Ditching Traditional Therapy for AI
Spread the loveMental health support, once largely confined to the therapist’s couch, is undergoing a seismic shift. We’re talking about a dramatic pivot, especially when you consider the landscape of ...
Mental HealthAug 23, 2026
Invisible: using film to bring fathers’ mental health research to life
This article examines how film has been used to raise awareness of fathers’ perinatal mental health, reduce stigma and encourage more inclusive care.
AI & TechnologyAug 23, 2026
Mental health is a journey. Our system treats it like an appointment | Viewpoint
Longitudinal mental health management should mirror chronic disease follow-up, normalizing maintenance check-ins and navigation infrastructure during remission rather than relying on patient-initiated ...
AI & TechnologyAug 23, 2026
The Game-Changing Apps Redefining College Mental Health in 2026
Spread the loveLet’s be real: college isn’t just about textbooks and late-night study sessions anymore. For many students, it’s a pressure cooker of academic demands, social navigation, financial ...
AI & TechnologyAug 23, 2026
Why Millions Are Flocking to These 7 Mental Health Apps in 2026
Spread the loveIt’s 2026, and if you’ve been feeling the pressure of modern life, you’re certainly not alone. The quest for better mental well-being has become a universal pursuit, and for many, the ...
Mental HealthAug 23, 2026
Parental mental distress is a productivity crisis hiding in plain sight
A new report puts the long-run cost of mental distress among new parents at more than $2 billion a year. Treated as a social services problem, it's actually a workforce problem employers are already ...