Long-term low-salt and high-salt diets differentially disrupt the gut – metabolite – brain axis and induce cognitive impairment

The human brain relies on a delicate biochemical equilibrium to maintain cognitive function, memory formation, and neurological health. While modern nutritional science has long focused on the hazards of excessive…

Manipulating posture implicitly through environmental constraints influences mood and risk-taking behaviour

The physical architecture of our daily environments—from the ergonomic design of an office desk to the height of a coffee shop table—does far more than simply dictate physical comfort. According…

Association of internet addiction symptoms with hair cortisol and hair testosterone concentrations

Recent scientific inquiry into the physiological consequences of behavioral disorders has revealed a striking connection between severe internet addiction and the human body’s long-term stress-regulation mechanisms. Published in the peer-reviewed…

Long After the Split: The Association Between Parental Divorce and Mental Health in Adults

For decades, psychological research and popular culture have operated under a prevailing assumption: that the dissolution of a family unit through divorce leaves an indelible emotional scar on children, significantly…

Long-term consequences of soft political repression on psychological well-being, systemic inflammation and cellular ageing

The invisible wounds inflicted by authoritarian governance can linger for decades, manifesting not only as psychological distress but as measurable physical deterioration within the human body. A groundbreaking study published…

Amygdalostriatal transition zone neurons encode sustained cue responses to guide defensive behaviors

For decades, neuroscientists have faced a persistent paradox when studying how mammalian brains process fear and danger. While the amygdala—the brain’s recognized center for emotional processing—rapidly detects environmental threats, its…

If I cannot bounce back easily, can I handle the truth? Satisfaction in romantic relationships, resilience and preference towards prosocial lies

The foundational bedrock of any successful romantic relationship is traditionally believed to be unyielding honesty. Couples counselors, psychologists, and cultural narratives frequently emphasize that absolute transparency fosters mutual trust, strengthens…

Decoding the Autism Surge: Separating Biological Reality from Shifting Diagnostic Criteria

The global conversation surrounding autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has reached a critical juncture. Over the past few decades, public health data has charted an astonishing upward trajectory in autism diagnoses,…

Autistic-Like Traits in Members of the General Population and Mate Retention Tactics: The Mediation of Attachment Styles and Reproductive Strategies

The intricate dynamics of human romantic relationships are shaped by a vast array of psychological and personality factors. Among these, the presence of autistic-like traits (ALTs) within the general population…

Adolescents’ Experiences of Online Harms by Platform

As policymakers worldwide grapple with the pressing challenge of adolescent digital safety—ranging from legislative social media bans to age-gating mandates—a new study published in JAMA Pediatrics offers a nuanced look…