Alice G. Walton, Contributor

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This May Be The Biggest Threat To Mental Health Today

New studies are showing just how critical social connection is to our mental health.

Sleep Deprivation Makes It Harder To Deal With Distractions

A new study shows how sleep deprivation can derail us after distraction.

Less Screen Time Linked To Better Cognition In Kids: Study

More than two hours of screen time per day is linked to poorer cognitive performance in kids.

Mediterranean Diet May Reduce Risk For Depression, Study Finds

A large new study supports the reality that what we eat may affect our risk for mental health issues.

Narcissist, Psychopath, OrEgoist? The ‘Dark’ Personality Traits May All Intertwine

A new study finds a connection between nine “dark” personality traits.

Alcohol Is Responsible For 5% Of All Deaths Globally, Study Finds

A new World Health Organization report suggests that people around the world are still drinking themselves to death.

Raising Kids With Religion Or Spirituality May Protect Their Mental Health: Study

A new study finds that kids and teens who are more religious or spiritual do better as they age.

People Like You More Than You Think, Study Finds

After an initial meeting, people almost universally underestimate how much they’re liked.

If You’re Worried About The New Alcohol Study, Here’s Some Perspective

A new study suggests that any level of drinking confers risk. But there’s more to the story.

The Brains Of Procrastinators Look Different (But This Doesn’t Mean We Can’t Change)

Doers and procrastinators have some key brain differences. But that’s not license to dawdle.