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A recent study involving overweight or obese older adults found that consuming 60 grams of a mixture of walnuts, pistachios, cashews, and hazelnuts daily for 16 weeks improved insulin sensitivity in five distinct regions of the brain. However, there were no significant changes in body weight, body composition, or peripheral insulin sensitivity. The research was published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells for energy production and storage. It helps cells ...
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A new study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders has found that individuals who engage in gardening are less likely to suffer from multiple sleep complaints compared to those who do not exercise. The research highlights gardening as a beneficial activity potentially leading to better sleep quality, including fewer instances of insomnia, daytime sleepiness, and sleep apnea. The interest in sleep health has grown significantly due to its crucial role in overall wellbeing. Previous research has connected poor sleep with an array of serious health issues, such as heart diseases, neurode...
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If you’ve seen portraits painted by Pablo Picasso or Francis Bacon, you might not be surprised to hear that both men may have suffered from a disorder that affects how faces are perceived. Prosopometamorphopsia (PMO) is a condition where faces appear distorted, and sometimes even demonic. In most cases, these distortions alter how images of faces look, as well as those seen in person. This makes it difficult for sufferers to assess the accuracy of illustrations depicting what they see because the illustration itself will appear distorted. However, a case described in a recent study00136-3/abst...
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A series of seven studies published in theJournal of Personality & Social Psychology examined the link between existential anxiety and self-determination, exploring how individuals’ autonomy over their lives may mitigate the unsettling knowledge of inevitable death. Awareness of one’s mortality is a profound and universal human experience that can influence psychological well-being. In this work, Kenneth E. Vail III and Dylan E. Horner weaved together self-determination and terror management theory to explore how agency and existential anxiety can influence happiness and life satisfaction. In ...
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Recent research published in The Journals of Gerontology: Series B has found that that maintaining a routine in social interactions is associated with enhanced emotional well-being of older adults. The study suggests that not just the frequency or setting of these interactions, but their regular timing can independently contribute to an increase in well-being among the elderly. “Although it is commonly agreed that social interactions are good for older adults’ health and well-being, it is unclear how older adults should engage in social interactions to maintain or improve their health and well...
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A recent scientific study published in the journal Brain Structure and Function provides evidence that social isolation not only impairs the ability of mice to recognize other mice socially but also leads to a decrease in brain cells. The research highlights the importance of social interaction in early life on brain health and social cognition. Previous studies have established a link between social deprivation and various brain changes in humans and animal models, particularly affecting areas involved in emotional processing and social interaction. However, gaps remain in understanding the s...
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In a study published in Brain Communications, researchers have found evidence that individuals with aphantasia, a condition where people struggle to create mental images, exhibit significant differences in brain activity related to motor simulations compared to those without this condition. The study found that people with aphantasia do not show the expected increase in brain activity that typically occurs when imagining or observing movements, which contrasts sharply with individuals who can easily generate mental images. Aphantasia is a condition where individuals are unable to generate volu...
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New research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association has shown that even a brief episode of anger, triggered by recalling past experiences, can hinder the ability of blood vessels to relax — a critical factor for maintaining healthy blood flow. The study highlights how acute emotional responses can have immediate physiological effects, potentially increasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Atherosclerosis is a major underlying cause of cardiovascular complications, characterized by the buildup of fats, cholesterol, and other substances in and on the artery walls. This b...
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A study examining individuals suffering from misophonia revealed that those with more severe symptoms tend to report higher levels of general and traumatic stress. Furthermore, hyperarousal — a symptom associated with post-traumatic stress disorder — was linked to the severity of misophonia. The research was published in PLOS One. Misophonia is a sound intolerance disorder characterized by intense negative emotional and physiological responses to specific, quite ordinary sounds. The sounds that trigger such reactions are often commonplace noises such as chewing, breathing, or keyboard typing. ...
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Recent research published in the JAMA Network Open reveals a connection between exposure to green spaces and the mental health of young children. Children who lived in areas rich in natural environments, such as forests and parks, from birth showed fewer emotional issues between the ages of 2 and 5. This finding adds a vital piece to the puzzle of childhood development, suggesting that natural surroundings may play a crucial role in fostering mental well-being in early life. Previous studies have consistently highlighted the importance of nature for mental health across various age groups. How...
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