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Walkable Neighborhoods Could Lower Cardiovascular Disease Risk

According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death not only in the U.S. but also globally.

Around 6% Of People Have Long Covid Symptoms Post Infection

Long Covid symptoms commonly include chronic fatigue, body pain, mood swings, cognitive problems or brain fog, and ongoing respiratory issues.

People Prefer Familiarity Over The Excitement Of Novelty

In a recent study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, researchers found that people prefer old and familiar activities over hedonic ones that are new and exciting.

Real-Time Air Quality Data in Developing Countries Can Be Life Saving

Every year, over 4 million deaths are associated with high levels of air pollution — particularly in developing countries where there is a severe dearth of air quality data.

Autistic Women Have A Far Higher Risk Of Being Hospitalized Due To Mental Illness Than Men

In a new study, researchers found that autistic women are far more susceptible to hospitalization than their male counterparts due to depression, anxiety, and self-harm, among nine other psychiatric conditions.

Sound Exposure During Sleep Might Ease Nightmares

In a new study published in the journal Current Biology, researchers based in Switzerland made a potential breakthrough that might help in reducing the frequency of nightmares.

People Wearing Masks Are Less Likely To Indulge In Antisocial Behavior

According to a recent study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, social scientists found that in Chinese society, masks might function as a “moral symbol” and decrease the likelihood of an individual engaging in any…

Fear Of Missing Out (FOMO) Associated With Maladaptive Behaviors Among College Students

A recent study that focuses on college students reveals that these behaviors include academic misconduct, drug and alcohol use, and breaking the law.

Covid-19 Pandemic Might Have Altered These Personality Traits Of Young Adults

A recent study published found that the pre-pandemic personalities of young adults had far more positive traits as opposed to the shift that was observed in their 2020 personality traits.

Autism Diagnosis Has A Gender Bias Problem

In a new study published in the journal, JCPP Advances, a team of psychologists found that the process of diagnosing individuals with autism can be improved by taking into consideration the differences in the way men and women process and act upon thei…