Body roundness index as a predictor of depression in dementia: A cross-sectional study

The intersection of metabolic health and neurodegenerative decline has long been a focal point of geriatric research, but a new study published in the Journal of Health Psychology has identified…

Tiny mitochondrial proteins may explain the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet

The Microprotein Revolution: Beyond Traditional Genetics For decades, the scientific community viewed mitochondria primarily as the "powerhouses" of the cell, responsible for converting nutrients into adenosine triphosphate (ATP). These organelles…

Emergence of the smart intuitor: how cognitive ability shapes adolescent reasoning

The development of human logic has long been viewed as a struggle between impulsive instinct and disciplined reflection. For decades, the prevailing psychological consensus suggested that accurate reasoning required the…

The role of noninfectious comorbidities in the association between severe infections and risk of dementia in Finland: A nationwide registry study

Recent longitudinal research has uncovered a significant and independent link between severe, hospital-treated infections and the subsequent development of dementia, suggesting that the physiological toll of a major infection may…

A Randomized Clinical Trial of Repeated Doses of Psilocybin for the Treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

A landmark clinical trial published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology has provided new evidence that psilocybin, the primary psychoactive compound found in certain species of fungi, may offer a transformative…

Misalignment between self-view and expectations of others drives loneliness in borderline personality disorder

A groundbreaking study involving individuals seeking treatment for borderline personality disorder (BPD) has identified a significant psychological gap that may contribute to the profound social isolation often experienced by those…

How eye contact shapes the believability of computer-generated faces

As virtual humans become more integrated into the fabric of daily life—serving as avatars in online therapy, NPCs in high-budget video games, and interfaces for customer service—the ability to foster…

Feeling angry makes people more likely to share news from low-credibility sources

The Psychological Landscape of the Digital Age The rise of social media has fundamentally altered the mechanics of human communication, shifting the focus from the accuracy of information to the…

Influence of Active Production Versus Passive Consumption of Podcasts on Medical Students’ Learning Outcomes

A team of researchers at a prominent German medical school recently conducted an experimental study to determine whether the act of creating digital media, specifically podcasts, provides a superior educational…

A new study explores the boundary between everyday caffeine and panic

A standard cup of coffee is unlikely to trigger a full-scale panic attack in individuals diagnosed with panic disorder, despite long-standing clinical warnings to the contrary. However, while a moderate…