Psychology & Intimacy Early Life Exposure to Common Plastic Chemical Linked to Adult Anxiety in Rats June 27, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker CHICAGO, IL – Male rats exposed to di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), a ubiquitous plasticizer found in countless consumer products, during critical early developmental stages exhibited significantly higher levels of anxiety in…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals The psychosocial and mental health benefits of aquatic physical activity for individuals with disabilities: a systematic review from a sport psychology perspective June 25, 2026 Lina Irawan Individuals with disabilities worldwide are facing a critical challenge: a significantly higher risk of physical inactivity, which in turn, precipitates severe mental health issues and profound social isolation. However, a…
Psychology & Intimacy Ancient Brainstem Neurons Identified as Key to Animal Focus, Offering Clues for Human Attention Disorders June 24, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker Scientists have identified a group of neurons located in an ancient region of the brain that plays a key role in helping animals focus. These cells appear to improve attention…
Psychology & Intimacy The Sensory Basis of Speech Motor Learning and Memory June 24, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker Learning a new language or recovering the ability to speak may rely less on the brain’s movement centers than scientists once believed. New research suggests that regions involved in processing…
Psychology & Intimacy Unlocking the Neural Blueprint of Social Connection: Brain Activity Precedes Approach Decisions by Seconds June 23, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker New research from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem has shed light on the intricate neural processes that precede our decision to approach another individual. Published recently, the study reveals that…
Psychology & Intimacy A Specific Brain Circuit Identified as a Key Driver of Anxiety, Depression-Like Behaviors, and Social Withdrawal June 23, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker Scientists have identified a specific brain circuit that appears to play a major role in anxiety, depression-like behaviors, and social withdrawal. Even more striking, they found that restoring balance within…
Psychology & Intimacy Unraveling the Genetic Tapestry: CD99L2 Emerges as a Key Player in Rare Neurological Movement Disorders June 22, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker Even with today’s advanced DNA sequencing technologies, the underlying genetic causes of many rare movement disorders remain unknown. Researchers in Germany have now uncovered an important new clue. By analyzing…
Psychology & Intimacy The Art and Science of Parenting and Grandparenting: Raising Emotionally Healthy Children in a Challenging World June 22, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker The erosion of extended family involvement in child-rearing is a significant, yet often overlooked, contributor to the escalating crisis in child and adolescent mental health, according to Dr. Kenneth Barish,…
Psychology & Intimacy The American Midlife Crisis: A Growing Chasm of Loneliness and Decline Compared to Global Peers June 21, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker For a significant segment of the American population, the journey through middle age is increasingly fraught with challenges, a stark contrast to the experiences of previous generations. Individuals born in…
Psychology & Intimacy The Developing Brain’s Unexpected DNA Battle: Neuronal Journeys Cause Significant DNA Damage, Prompting New Insights into Neurological Health June 21, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker As the intricate architecture of the human brain takes shape, a remarkable and often perilous journey unfolds for its fundamental building blocks: newly formed neurons. These nascent cells, destined to…
