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·March 5, 2026·8 min read

Teen Aggression Speeds Up Aging

Aging from the inside out. Scientists find that teens who frequently lash out at others show signs of faster physical aging by the time they reach 30.

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·March 5, 2026·9 min read

Compulsivity is Driven by a Fear of the Unknown

Scientists discover that people with compulsive traits rely on repetitive behaviors because they feel less certain about how their future actions will play out.

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·March 4, 2026·8 min read

Psychedelics Remodel Myelin to Heal PTSD

New research reveals that psychedelics don't just rewire the brain—they physically repair the "neural insulation" needed to sustain long-term PTSD recovery.

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·March 3, 2026·6 min read

Why Our Bodies Synchronize During Social Interaction

A new review reveals that our hearts and bodies literally "align" during social interactions, providing a biological foundation for empathy, teamwork, and trust.

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·March 2, 2026·6 min read

Why Socializing Loses to Alcohol in Addiction

New research reveals that activity in the anterior insula primes the brain to choose alcohol over social interaction, offering a new target for addiction treatment.

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·March 1, 2026·7 min read

Laughing at Your Blunders Beats Embarrassment

A major study reveals that laughing at your own minor blunders is the ultimate social power move, beating out embarrassment for building trust and likability.

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·March 1, 2026·6 min read

Why We Repeat Decisions That No Longer Make Sense

Stuck on repeat. A major study reveals that our brains prefer repeating past decisions over weighing new facts, turning simple actions into "irrational" long-term habits.

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·February 28, 2026·8 min read

Using Imagination to Disrupt Negative Memory Traces

Healing through imagination. Researchers prove that "rescripting" painful childhood memories with a supportive defender can permanently lower the fear of failure in adults.

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·February 28, 2026·7 min read

Ketamine Revolution: Study Redefines Depression Treatment

Pioneering research into ketamine has moved depression treatment away from slow-acting serotonin drugs toward rapid-acting glutamate therapy.

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·February 27, 2026·6 min read

Music May Not Boost Focus or Mood During Exercise

A major review finds that the mental boost we expect from listening to music while exercising is inconsistent and often disappears during intense workouts.

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·February 26, 2026·7 min read

Nature Exposure Triggers Brain Reset

The ultimate mental reset. New research confirms that just three minutes in nature can "recalibrate" your brain, quieting stress and restoring focus.

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·February 26, 2026·8 min read

Modern Cannabis Is Hitting Gen Z Mental Health Hard

A widening health gap. A 10-year study of 35,000 people finds that the link between cannabis use and mental health disorders is strengthening, with youth facing the highest risks.