FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·August 3, 2022·3 min readSmells Experienced in Nature Evoke Positive Well-beingThe smell of fresh cut grass or blooming flowers appears to have a positive effect on a person's overall well-being, a new study reveals. Researchers say the smells of nature can help boost psychological well-being.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 27, 2022·4 min readPandemic Distress May Affect Fetal Brain DevelopmentDepression, stress, and anxiety in pregnant women that occurred as a result of the COVID-29 pandemic may have an impact on fetal brain development.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 18, 2022·7 min readBoth Nature and Nurture Contribute to Signatures of Socioeconomic Status in the BrainBoth genetics and environmental factors contribute to socioeconomic status' impact in an interplay with effects that spans several areas of the brain.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·April 25, 2022·4 min readBeing In Nature: Good for Mind, Body and NutritionConnectedness to nature not only improves mental and physical health, it also influences dietary choices and fruit and vegetable intake.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·April 20, 2022·4 min readMeasuring Nature’s Effects on Physical and Mental HealthSpending time enjoying the great outdoors improves both physical and mental health. Researchers say more interventions need to be taken to get people to spend time enjoying nature.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·April 7, 2022·3 min readPsilocybin Use Associated With Lower Risk of Opioid AddictionOpioid use disorder is 30% less common in those who used psilocybin compared to those who have never been exposed to the psychedelic. Researchers say psilocybin may protect against opioid addiction by affecting the transmission of dopamine and serotonin.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 3, 2022·3 min readLove of Nature Is Partially HeritableA study of twins reveals a love of nature appears to be, at least in part, heritable.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 27, 2022·3 min readMany Adults Inaccurately Perceive Their Own BMI and Body SizeStudy finds less than 2/3 of people can correctly estimate their BMI, and less than half of people can identify their body size.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·January 12, 2022·3 min readNature Helps Us Cope With Body Image ThreatsSpending time in nature helps reduce negative feelings about body image and anxiety.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·October 7, 2021·4 min readNature-Based Activities Can Improve Mood and Reduce AnxietyParticipating in nature-based activities including exercise, gardening, and conservation, helps improve mood and reduce anxiety for those with mental health problems.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurosciencePsychology·August 19, 2021·5 min readA Parent’s Genes Can Influence a Child’s Educational Success, Inherited or NotGenetic nurture, the concept that the parent's genes indirectly influence their children by shaping the environment they provide for them, is almost equally important in a child's educational achievement as direct genetic inheritance.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·July 15, 2021·5 min readSpending Time Outdoors Has a Positive Effect on Our BrainsBrain structure and mood improve when people spend time outdoors. This has positive implications for concentration, memory, and overall psychological wellbeing.Read More
