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Which Comes First, Pot Use Or Psychological Problems In Teens?
A new study points to an important point: Pot use is often a symptom, not a cause.
Could Teenage Personality Predict Mortality Risk Later In Life?
A new study suggests that the empathic, the calm, and the intellectually curious may live longer.
New Research Shows Just How Bad Social Media Can Be For Mental Health
Two new studies nicely illustrate how social media affects mental health.
The Strange Psychology Of Why We Love The Taste Of Coffee
People who are more sensitive to the bitterness of coffee drink more of it, not less. There’s a good psychological explanation as to why.
Yoga And Meditation Continue To Gain Popularity In The U.S.
The practices continue to rise sharply in popularity among adults and kids.
7 Ways Loneliness, And Connectedness, Affect Mental Health
Social isolation and social connection have opposite effects on mental health.
Stress May Actually Shrink The Brain And Impair Memory: Study
In a new study, higher cortisol levels were linked to brain and cognitive changes.
Encouraging Gratitude In Kids Reduces Materialism, Study Finds
Luckily, gratitude is a trait that can be nurtured.
Omega-3 Fats From Fish May Help Body And Brain Age Well, Study Finds
The omega-3s found in fish may help people avoid health problems as they age.
Do Nice People Fare Worse Financially?
A new study finds that “nice” people—those higher in agreeableness—may not handle money as well.
