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A pilot study by Stanford Medicine researchers suggests a promising new adjunct treatment for individuals with serious mental illnesses such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder who experience metabolic side effects from standard antipsychotic medications. The study, published in Psychiatry Research, reports that a ketogenic diet not only improves metabolic health but also enhances psychiatric outcomes for these patients, offering a dual benefit that could potentially encourage better adherence to treatment. The ketogenic diet, commonly referred to as the “keto diet,” is a high-fat, low-carboh...
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A genotyping study involving tens of thousands of individuals in Finland identified a significant overlap between genetic factors linked to nightmares and those associated with anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress disorder, and neuroticism. The study also found that individuals with insomnia were more likely to experience frequent nightmares. The research was published in Translational Psychiatry. Nightmares are vivid and unsettling dreams that typically result in feelings of fear, distress, or anxiety upon awakening. They most often occur during the rapid eye movement (REM) stage of slee...
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A study published in Psychology and Aging found that older adults who perceive themselves as looking younger than their peers generally experience more positive and fewer negative aspects of aging, while those who appear older tend to have the opposite experience. Visible signs of aging, such as changes in hair color, skin, and mobility, often influence how others perceive our age. These characteristics, combined with societal norms and personal experiences, categorize individuals as “old,” which can significantly impact their social interactions and quality of life. Moreover, there is a conne...
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New research in Folia Parasitologica provides evidence that certain latent infections, specifically with Toxoplasma gondii and Borrelia spp., are directly related to personality traits without being mediated by overall health deterioration. This research challenges the previously held belief that the behavioral changes observed in infected individuals were merely side effects of compromised health. Toxoplasma gondii and Borrelia spp. are two microorganisms known for their intriguing, and sometimes insidious, impacts on human health. Toxoplasma gondii, a protozoan parasite, infects a broad rang...
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A series of five studies recently tested whether gratitude could prevent boredom. The results supported these expectations, demonstrating that gratitude might effectively reduce and prevent boredom by enhancing the feeling that life is meaningful. The research was published in Motivation and Emotion. Boredom is defined as “the aversive experience of wanting but being unable to engage in satisfying activity.” It is a negative emotion associated with a perceived lack of stimulation, interest, or engagement in one’s environment or activities. Boredom often accompanies feelings of restlessness, di...
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Recent findings, published in the journal Mindfulness, provide insight into how parental couples can navigate the complexities of their relationship, especially when one or both partners have experienced childhood trauma. The study suggests that being mindful of one’s feelings and facing emotions head-on, rather than avoiding them, are crucial factors in fostering a satisfying and meaningful relationship among parents. A fulfilling romantic relationship plays a critical role in an individual’s overall well-being. However, the arrival of a child, while a source of immense joy, often brings with...
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In a recent study, researchers have shed light on how early consumption of a Western diet — characterized by high levels of processed foods, saturated fats, and simple sugars — can lead to lasting deficits in hippocampal-dependent episodic memory, despite not causing obesity or metabolic dysfunction. This research emphasizes the critical role that diet plays in brain health, particularly during early developmental stages, and points towards acetylcholine signaling in the hippocampus as a potential mediator of these long-lasting memory impairments. The findings have been published in Brain, Beh...
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New research published in the journal Nutrientssheds light a fascinating facet of human behavior: the role of social support in mitigating stress-induced overeating. The study found that participants who received support from friends reported feeling less stressed, chose smaller food portions, and consumed fewer snacks during periods of acute stress. Stress-induced overeating, commonly referred to as comfort eating, is a behavioral response where individuals consume food in excess, particularly high-calorie, fat, or sugar-laden foods, as a way to cope with emotional stress or discomfort. This ...
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New research has found that individuals of poorer mental and physical health tend to appraise the same stressful events as more threatening compared to those in better health. The association remained even after controlling for age and gender. The paper was published in Stress and Health. Stress is a universal human experience. Individuals are regularly exposed to sources of stress (stressors) ranging from everyday hassles (e.g. being late) to major life events (e.g., death of a loved one). However, individual reactions to these events vary widely due to differences in personality, genetics, p...
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A new study has revealed that parents’ paranoia predicted safety behavior use of their children. However, adolescents’ paranoia did not predict their parents’ safety behavior use. The paper was published in Research on Child and Adolescent Psychopathology. Paranoia is characterized by a steadfast belief that one is the target of harm by others, a belief not commonly shared and resistant to change despite evidence to the contrary. Individuals exhibiting paranoia may misinterpret harmless or neutral actions as hostile or threatening, resulting in increased vigilance and anxiety. Such individuals...
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