She Survived 2 Shootings. Research Helps Explain Why Her Pain Persists Years Later.
Mia Tretta survived a 2019 school shooting and later felt a phantom‑bullet pain during the 2025 Brown University shooting. Her experience illustrates a growing cohort of young people exposed to multiple gun attacks. A Rutgers University study published in BMC Public Health links both direct and indirect gun‑violence exposure to higher rates of chronic pain among U.S. adults. The research, based on a nationally representative survey of 8,009 respondents, found nearly one‑quarter report daily pain and almost one‑fifth experience severe pain.
Saying Yes to the Book Is Just Like Saying Yes to the Dress
Jocelyn Jane Cox’s memoir *Motion Dazzle* chronicles her mother’s dementia, her own grief, figure‑skating career, and a quirky zebra motif. After 100 manuscript submissions in 2022, she secured two publishing offers and chose a small press that honored her “stripe”...
London Schools Trialling VR to Relieve Pupils’ Stress
London’s Sutton borough has rolled out Phase Space’s seven‑minute virtual‑reality program across all 15 secondary schools to help pupils manage anxiety, ADHD and exam stress. The headset sessions, delivered in partnership with the local NHS mental‑health trust, have shown immediate...
High-Intensity Interval Training Shows Strongest Vascular Benefits in Cardiovascular Patients
Researchers at Miguel Hernández University and ISABIAL conducted a systematic review and network meta‑analysis of 37 trials involving 6,818 patients with coronary artery disease or chronic heart failure. The analysis found high‑intensity interval exercise (HIIE) produced the largest gains in...
This Simple Blood Test Might Detect Depression Before Symptoms Appear
Researchers identified a blood‑based marker that could flag depression before patients report symptoms. By measuring epigenetic aging in monocytes, the study linked accelerated immune‑cell aging to emotional and cognitive signs of depression, especially in women with and without HIV. Traditional...
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Decidophobia—Understanding the Fear of Making Decisions
Decidophobia, a specific anxiety disorder first named in 1973, triggers panic and paralysis when individuals face even routine choices. The condition is classified under DSM‑5 specific phobias and often stems from learned behavior, past negative decisions, or genetic anxiety predisposition....
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Symptoms of Severe Depression
Severe depression is a debilitating mental‑health condition marked by extreme sadness, psychotic symptoms, and frequent suicidal thoughts. While not a formal diagnosis, clinicians assess severity using DSM‑5 criteria and rating scales such as the PHQ‑9. Treatment typically blends psychotherapy, antidepressant...
How BNW Developments Reinforced Commitment to Worker Wellness on Labour Day
On International Labour Day, BNW Developments unveiled a large‑scale Worker Wellness Initiative, shifting its marketing focus from skyscrapers to the health of its on‑site crews. The program delivered comprehensive medical screenings, blood tests and personalized health consultations, followed by a...
What Is Fartlek Training?
Fartlek, Swedish for “speed play,” is a flexible running workout that alternates faster bursts with easy jogs without preset intervals. Dr. Leonardo Oliveira explains the method lets runners adjust pace on the fly, using landmarks or perceived effort. The approach...
5 Scandi Wellness Rituals to Know, and How to Bring Them Home If You Don't Live by a Fjord
Livingetc outlines five core Scandinavian wellness rituals—Rensning (home scent cleansing), Det Kolde Gys (alternating hot and cold bathing), Hyggebelysning (soft, cozy lighting), Fika (mindful coffee breaks), and Friluftsliv (daily outdoor movement)—and shows how interior designers integrate them into home design....
7 Consistent Habits of People Who Age Well
Adopting seven evidence‑based habits can significantly improve longevity and quality of life. A positive outlook, nutrient‑dense Mediterranean diet, portion control, regular exercise, social engagement, daily sun protection, and 7‑9 hours of sleep each night are highlighted. Studies cited show mindset...
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5 Simple Wellness Rituals That Can Actually Make You Happier
Leadership coach Dana Mahina outlines five simple wellness rituals—intentional microjoys, boundary gratitude, energy auditing, presence pausing, and values‑alignment check‑ins—to boost mental wellbeing and happiness. She stresses that mental health is inseparable from physical health and that high‑achieving professionals often neglect inner...
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Want Better Sleep? Stop Doing These 5 Things at Night, Doctors Say
Doctors Jade Wu and Shannon Martin outline five nighttime habits that sabotage sleep, from watching TV in bed to inconsistent bedtime schedules. They stress that the hour before sleep should be a low‑stimulus window that cues the brain to wind...
UNSW’s AI Companions for Student Wellbeing
University of New South Wales researchers have built two AI companions, Tom and Mia, to help students combat loneliness and mental‑health stress. The digital characters speak English and Mandarin and were co‑designed with Chinese international students to reflect cultural and...
Smart Lifestyle Choices That Support Lifelong Wellness
The article explains how a series of modest, repeatable habits—such as selecting gentler household products, eating with intention, moving regularly, prioritizing sleep, and managing stress—collectively build lifelong wellness. It contrasts habit stacking with short‑term fixes and cites wellness‑focused brands like...
Podcast: A Culture for Change in AI Era
In a new podcast, University of Sydney deputy vice‑chancellor Lucy Marshall talks with UniSuper CEO Peter Chun about how artificial intelligence is reshaping workplace culture. They explore change‑management tactics that protect staff wellbeing in both academic and corporate settings. The...
Sports Thrive Amid Ailing Economy
Thailand’s sports sector is thriving despite a sluggish economy, as public parks, gyms and events stay packed. A health‑focused shift sees 65% of Thais prioritising wellness, with average annual sports spending rising to 8,893 baht (≈$254) per person in 2025, up...
The Benefits Are There. So Why Aren’t Employees Using Them?
Asian firms have expanded mental‑health benefit portfolios, yet utilization remains low. Howden’s 2026 report shows that of the 38% of employees who sought treatment, only 28% used employer‑provided benefits, while 18% feel uncomfortable accessing them. Dr. Maria S. Suva attributes...
What the Latest Science Really Says About Creatine’s Benefits for Body and Mind
Recent meta‑analyses confirm that creatine monohydrate delivers measurable gains in muscular strength, power, and endurance for both athletes and recreational exercisers. Parallel research shows modest improvements in short‑term memory and executive function, especially under sleep‑deprived or cognitively demanding conditions. Safety...
Creatine Is Claimed to Benefit Body and Mind: The Potential Benefits and Limitations of the Popular Supplement
Creatine, a naturally occurring compound, is the most studied dietary supplement for enhancing high‑intensity performance and supporting cellular energy via phosphocreatine. Recent analyses highlight its ability to improve muscle power, sprint output, and, in certain groups, cognitive functions such as...
She Survived the FLDS Cult. Now, She’s Healing Through Music
Naomi “Nomz” Bistline, a former “spiritual wife” of Sam Bateman’s FLDS offshoot, is rebuilding her life after a 21‑month prison term by turning to music and psychology studies. Her story is featured in Netflix’s docuseries *Trust Me: The False Prophet*,...
6 Ways to Respond When a Narcissist Tries to Gaslight You
The Good Men Project article outlines six practical tactics for handling gaslighting by narcissists, emphasizing that winning isn’t about proving facts but protecting one’s sense of reality. It advises naming your reality once, avoiding the gaslighter’s shifting story, and anchoring...
Researchers Map Trauma Symptoms Among Palestinian Refugees
Researchers led by Noha Fadl surveyed 558 Palestinian refugees in Egypt and applied Bayesian network analysis to map anxiety, depression and PTSD symptoms. Suicidal ideation emerged as the central symptom for both men and women, while gender‑specific secondary hubs—energy loss...
The ‘Fibermaxxing’ TikTok Trend: Here’s What’s Fact Versus Fiction
A new TikTok craze called “fibermaxxing” encourages users to boost daily fiber intake, with celebrities like Danielle Fishel and Lance Bass championing the habit. The trend aligns with long‑standing nutrition advice that 25‑34 g of fiber per day can lower cholesterol,...
HRForecast 2026: Sustainable Performance Will Become the Competitive Differentiator – Somraj Roy, CHRO, KEC International
CHRO Somraj Roy of KEC International predicts that by 2026 sustainable performance—not sheer productivity—will become the primary competitive edge. He cites four emerging signals: responsible AI that builds employee trust, reverse mentoring becoming a leadership norm, inclusion shifting from representation...
Why Older Men Are at Higher Risk for Suicide
Older men face the highest suicide rates of any demographic in the United States, with men 75 and older dying by suicide at roughly four times the rate of women. Researchers attribute this risk to simultaneous threats to six basic...
The Power of Community: Preventing Loneliness and Isolation
Recent research underscores community involvement as a critical buffer against loneliness, especially for older adults facing health risks such as heart disease, dementia, and premature death. The Social Convoy Theory illustrates how support needs shift across the life course, emphasizing...
Why We Feel Grateful for Other People’s Good News
The article introduces vicarious gratitude—feeling thankful for benefits that happen to others—backed by research showing 22% of Canadian undergraduates report it. It links this emotion to the psychological construct of inclusion of the other in the self (IOS), where overlapping...
CAPHRA Urges Policymakers to Expand the Tobacco Cessation Toolkit
CAPHRA is urging policymakers to broaden the tobacco‑cessation toolkit by adding regulated, lower‑risk nicotine products alongside traditional nicotine‑replacement therapies. The organization argues that a diversified, evidence‑based approach can accommodate varied quitting pathways, cultural contexts, and product preferences. By expanding options,...
Natural Daylight in the Office Helps People with Type 2 Diabetes Control Blood Sugar
Researchers at the German Diabetes Center found that office workers with type‑2 diabetes who spent their daytime in natural daylight spent a larger share of the day (51 %) within a healthy glucose range, compared with 43 % under standard artificial lighting....
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How a Brain Dump Can Help You Relieve Stress
A brain dump is a free‑form writing exercise that transfers thoughts onto paper, helping to clear mental clutter and lower stress. Unlike structured journaling, it imposes no rules, making it easy to start at any time. Research shows that brief,...
10 Reasons Napping Is The Ultimate Power Move For Your Brain, Heart & Mood (P)
A growing body of research shows that brief daytime naps are a physiological tool, not a luxury. Studies link 20‑minute naps to measurable gains in memory, attention, and mood, while regular napping can cut stroke risk by roughly half. The...
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Impulsivity in ADHD
Impulsivity in ADHD stems from an imbalance of dopamine and serotonin, leaving the brain unable to regulate the “go” and “stop” signals that govern behavior. Research shows that low dopamine receptor activity and reduced serotonin receptors amplify impulsive actions, from...
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9 Ways to Cope With Work Stress and Avoid Burnout
The article presents nine actionable tactics for coping with work‑related stress and averting burnout, ranging from a pre‑work ritual and clear daily expectations to organized workspaces, chunking tasks, and music breaks. It highlights the serious health risks of chronic stress,...
Screens Can Be Part of a Child's Healthy Bedtime Routine, Study Shows
A new meta‑analysis by Deakin Institute and the University of Queensland examined 4,562 participants aged three to 25 across 25 studies. It found that daily screen use before bed may delay bedtime slightly but does not significantly affect total sleep...
Can You Truly Thrive with Bipolar Disorder? Real Strategies for a Balanced Life
Bipolar disorder, a chronic neurological condition, can be managed to the point of thriving when medication, psychotherapy, and daily habits are combined. Effective treatment blends mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, CBT or DBT, and, for severe cases, specialized outpatient programs such as...
Five Foods to Help You Reduce Bloating and Get Lean
Fitness enthusiast Boyce revamped his diet to eliminate bloating and boost leanness, swapping dairy and brown rice for unsweetened almond milk and Basmati rice while upping water intake to five‑six liters daily. The revised meal plan features whey isolate shakes,...
Is It Better to Work Out in the Morning or the Evening?
The article examines the long‑standing debate over whether to exercise in the morning or evening, drawing on circadian‑rhythm research and expert opinions. Morning workouts tap rising body temperature and cortisol to boost mood, focus, and habit formation, while evening sessions...
Why a Rowing Machine Session Benefits You More Than Other Common Forms of Cardio
Rowing machines are gaining popularity after featuring in events like HYROX, thanks to their ability to deliver high‑intensity, full‑body cardio. Studies show that eight weeks of regular rowing can raise VO₂ max by about 10% and engage 80‑85% of the...
How to Be a Carer Friendly Employer
The article outlines how employers can become genuinely carer‑friendly by offering evolving flexibility, a supportive culture, and clear policies. It draws on the author’s experience as an HR business partner and mother of a child with autism, highlighting practical steps...
Psychology Says the People Who Thrive in High-Pressure Environments Aren’t the Most Resilient — They’ve Just Built Better Systems for...
The article argues that thriving under pressure isn’t about superhuman resilience but about building systems that signal when to pause. It highlights how high‑performers develop early‑warning cues, schedule strategic recovery, and set firm boundaries to sustain long‑term output. By tracking...
How Eric Lost 45 Pounds & Dropped 25% Body Fat in 9 Months
Eric enrolled in Legion Athletics' body transformation coaching and, over nine months, lost 45 pounds while cutting his body fat percentage from 45% to 20%. The program helped him shrink his waist from 38 inches to 31 inches and develop...
How Ultra-Processed Foods Are Affecting Your Brain's Ability to Focus
A Monash University study of over 2,000 adults aged 40‑70 found that higher consumption of ultra‑processed foods correlates with poorer attention and slower information‑processing speed. Participants who ate more ultra‑processed items scored lower on cognitive tests, with each 10% increase...
How to Use Props in Bridge Pose to Improve Your Alignment
The article revisits a 1992 Yoga Journal piece, teaching how props enhance Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) alignment by shifting focus from superficial muscle effort to joint‑space awareness. It outlines beginner, wall‑supported, restorative, and advanced variations, emphasizing straps, blocks, benches, and sandbags...
Take Melatonin Every Night? A New Study Warns Of This Surprising Risk
A five‑year observational study of 130,000 adults with insomnia found that nightly melatonin use was associated with a 90% higher risk of heart failure, a three‑fold increase in heart‑failure hospitalizations, and nearly double the all‑cause mortality rate compared with non‑users....
This Overlooked Mineral May Play A Role In Protecting Against Alzheimer’s
Physician‑scientist David Fajgenbaum highlights emerging evidence that lithium, a long‑used mood stabilizer, may protect against Alzheimer’s disease. Human post‑mortem studies show lower lithium in the prefrontal cortex of patients with mild cognitive impairment, while mouse experiments demonstrate that dietary lithium...
The Best Mental Health Apps of 2026 for Mental Health Awareness Month
The article ranks the top mental‑health apps for 2026, highlighting features, pricing, and user experience for each. Headspace and Calm dominate the meditation space, while Moodfit offers comprehensive tracking and Talkspace delivers on‑demand therapist access. Free options like MindShift address...
Psychology Says the Adults Who Were Raised with Very Little Affection Don’t Grow up Unable to Love, They Grow up...
Recent psychology research confirms that adults who grew up with minimal affection retain the capacity to love, but their nervous systems struggle to receive it. The lack of early tactile reassurance creates a fearful‑avoidant attachment style, causing push‑pull dynamics in...
Psychology Says the Grandparents Whose Grandchildren Genuinely Want to Spend Time with Them Aren’t the Ones with the Biggest Gifts,...
Psychology research shows that grandchildren remember grandparents who treat them as genuine participants, not those who offer the biggest gifts or most exciting outings. Moments when an elder asks a child real questions, listens patiently, and shares authentic stories create...
New Research Links Certain Rice Varieties to Better Blood Sugar Control and Reduced Inflammation
A 2026 Hokkaido University study identified 196 lipid molecules in japonica rice, uncovering two previously undetected compounds—FAHMFAs and LNAPEs—in pigmented varieties. Black, brown, and green rice showed the richest profiles of these bioactive fats, which are linked to anti‑inflammatory and...