Psychology & Intimacy A daily probiotic may help relieve depression and anxiety July 19, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker Groundbreaking Pilot Study Hints at Probiotics as Adjunct Therapy for Depression in Seniors In a development that could reshape the landscape of mental health treatment for older adults, a pioneering…
Psychology & Intimacy Creatine as a Treatment for Depression July 19, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker The familiar staple of athletic performance enhancement, creatine, is now the subject of burgeoning scientific inquiry into its potential to alleviate symptoms of depression. A comprehensive systematic review published in…
Psychology & Intimacy Second Pregnancies Sculpt the Maternal Brain in Distinct Ways: New Amsterdam UMC Research Reveals Nuanced Neuroplasticity July 19, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker A groundbreaking study from Amsterdam UMC, published in the prestigious journal Nature Communications, has unveiled compelling evidence that a second pregnancy induces unique and discernible changes in the maternal brain,…
Psychology & Intimacy The Mediterranean Diet’s Unforeseen Impact on Aging: Mitochondrial Microproteins Emerge as Key Mediators July 18, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker A groundbreaking study from the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology has illuminated a novel biological pathway through which the Mediterranean diet may influence the aging process. Researchers have identified…
Psychology & Intimacy Early Exposure to Common Plastic Chemical Linked to Increased Anxiety in Adult Male Rats July 18, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker CHICAGO, Illinois – New research presented at ENDO 2026, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting, has unveiled a concerning link between early-life exposure to a widely used plastic chemical and elevated…
Psychology & Intimacy Rethinking Cerebellar Function: Virginia Tech Study Challenges Long-Held Assumptions in Neurological Research July 18, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker New research from a Virginia Tech neuroscientist at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC is raising questions about a long-standing approach to studying chronic neurological conditions such as dystonia,…
Psychology & Intimacy The Developing Brain Navigates a Gauntlet of DNA Damage, Revealing Novel Insights into Neuronal Resilience and Neurological Disorders July 17, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker As the intricate architecture of the brain takes shape, newly generated neurons embark on a perilous journey through the densely packed developing tissue. Their ultimate destination is the cerebral cortex,…
Psychology & Intimacy Sensory Basis of Speech Motor Learning and Memory July 17, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker The long-held scientific understanding of how the human brain acquires and retains the intricate skills necessary for speech is undergoing a significant revision. New research emerging from a collaborative effort…
Psychology & Intimacy Ancient Brainstem Neurons Discovered as Key to Animal Focus, Offering Hope for Attention Disorders July 16, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker Scientists at Johns Hopkins University have identified a fundamental neural mechanism in the brainstem, an evolutionarily ancient region, that plays a critical role in enabling animals to focus their attention.…
Psychology & Intimacy Prucalopride, a Chronic Constipation Drug, Shows Promise in Alleviating Lingering Cognitive Deficits in Depression July 16, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker People grappling with depression often find that even after their mood significantly improves, they are left with a persistent burden of cognitive challenges. These lingering symptoms can include profound memory…
