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The Genetics of Specific Cognitive Abilities

A comprehensive meta-analysis encompassing decades of behavioral research has concluded that specific cognitive skills, including mathematical proficiency, reading ability, and processing speed, are as strongly influenced by genetic factors as…

Missing a full night of sleep leaves a distinct metabolic signature in your spit

The global challenge of identifying physical exhaustion in drivers and high-stakes workers has long been hindered by the lack of an objective, non-invasive diagnostic tool. While alcohol consumption can be…

Johny Marice
Mental Health & Wellness
June 20, 2026
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The Brain’s Blueprint for Social Connection: Pre-Movement Neural Activity Predicts Approach Behavior

New research from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem is shedding light on the intricate neural processes that underpin our decision to approach others, revealing that the brain begins orchestrating social…

Literature as Early Witness: Immersive and Maladaptive Daydreaming Before Their Recognition in Psychology

A comprehensive study published in the journal Psychology of Consciousness: Theory, Research, and Practice has established that intense and disruptive forms of fantasy, recently categorized by modern psychology as maladaptive…

Psychedelic compound reduces cocaine motivation and cravings in animal models

Researchers at the University of Texas Medical Branch have identified a promising neurobiological target for treating cocaine use disorder, uncovering evidence that a specific psychedelic compound can significantly dampen the…

Too much “braking” in the brain may cause age-related memory loss

The Delicate Balance of the Neural Landscape The human brain operates through a sophisticated equilibrium between two primary forces: excitation and inhibition. Excitatory signals, largely governed by the neurotransmitter glutamate,…

New study shows romantic relationships can actually improve after the crisis of an affair

Infidelity has long been categorized by mental health professionals as a major psychological trauma, often resulting in symptoms for the betrayed partner that mirror Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The emotional…

Understanding Megalophobia: The Clinical Evolution and Treatment of the Fear of Large Objects

Megalophobia, a specific phobia characterized by an intense and irrational fear of exceptionally large objects, is increasingly becoming a focal point for psychological research as modern infrastructure and technology continue…

Researchers induce the memory-boosting benefits of sleep in parts of the awake brain

The Biological Necessity of the Sleep Cycle For nearly all mammals, sleep is an uncompromising biological requirement. It serves as a period of systemic maintenance, allowing the brain to recover…

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist use and violent crime among US adults.

The rapid proliferation of Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists, marketed under brand names such as Ozempic and Wegovy, has already fundamentally altered the landscape of metabolic health and obesity treatment…