FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·December 3, 2021·4 min readCan Seven Questions Determine How Wise You Are?Wisdom is strongly and positively associated with resilience, happiness, and mental well-being, and negatively correlated with loneliness, depression, and anxiety.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurosciencePsychology·November 28, 2021·3 min readWhy Some People Find It Harder to Be Happy50% of a person's happiness is determined by their genetic makeup, researchers discovered. A new study considers the roles both nature and nurture play in a person's happiness.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeurosciencePsychology·September 28, 2021·3 min readHappiness in Early Adulthood May Protect Against DementiaDepression experienced during early adulthood increases the risk of developing cognitive impairment and dementia later in life, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·September 28, 2021·3 min readCognitive Function Maintained Among Elderly Who Feel Good About LifeFeeling content in life slows cognitive decline in older adults, a new study reports. Researchers say the odds of older adults developing cognitive impairment and dementia were reduced in those who reported better psychological well-being.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·September 16, 2021·3 min readConsuming Fruit and Vegetables and Exercising Can Make You HappierFirst of a kind study reveals the causal relationship between fruit and vegetable consumption, exercise, and happiness, rather than a generalized correlation.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·June 28, 2021·4 min readLove: How the Feeling of Power Determines Happy RelationshipsResearchers reveal the happiest couples report a high sense of personal power. The study suggests how lovers perceive the power dynamics within their relationships is a strong predictor of happiness.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·June 21, 2021·5 min readMen Who Perceive Their Marriage as Unsuccessful Are at High Risk for Premature DeathMen who complain of dissatisfaction in their marriages are at increased risk of premature death associated with cardiovascular events, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·June 16, 2021·3 min readA Quarter of Adults Don’t Want Children, and They’re Still HappyStudy reveals few differences in life satisfaction and limited differences in personality traits between those who are child-free and those who are parents.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosPsychology·April 13, 2021·6 min readAt What Age Are People Usually Happiest? New Research Offers Surprising CluesStudy reveals those in the throws of "established adulthood", that is to say, those between the ages of 30 - 45, report better life satisfaction.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·March 26, 2021·3 min readSeeking Happiness During Challenging Times May Leave You More Stressed and Less FulfilledIn times of uncertainly, the pursuit of happiness may not have positive results, researchers say.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·March 19, 2021·4 min readHappiness Can Be LearnedAn intensive retreat program that exposes people to neuroscience, psychology, and philosophy, helps improve positive emotion while reducing stress, anxiety, and negative emotions.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·February 8, 2021·4 min readHappiness Really Does Come for FreeMoney really may not be the key to happiness, according to a new study. Researchers found people who live in societies where money plays a limited role tend to lead a happier life.Read More
