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·March 26, 2026·8 min read

Fear of Abandonment Increases Short Video Addiction

A new study reveals that attachment anxiety increases the risk of short video addiction by impairing attentional control and emotional awareness. Strengthening concentration and "emotional literacy" may be more effective than simply limiting screen time.

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·March 26, 2026·7 min read

Repetition is Key: Eating the Same Meals Speeds Up Weight Loss

A 12-week study shows that repeating the same meals leads to greater weight loss. By reducing decision fatigue, "routinized eating" helps people lose 5.9% of their body weight compared to 4.3% for those eating varied diets.

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·March 25, 2026·8 min read

ADHD Medication May Shield Against Psychosis

A massive study of 700,000 people shows that ADHD medication in childhood does not increase the risk of psychosis. In fact, starting treatment before age 13 may help protect against schizophrenia in adulthood.

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·March 24, 2026·7 min read

Does Nature Really Help Reduce Negative Emotions?

A systematic review researchers confirms that nature exposure significantly boosts brain health and reduces negative emotions. The findings advocate for "Nature Rx" as a vital public health tool for an increasingly urbanized world.

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·March 24, 2026·9 min read

Depression and Gut Issues Linked to Future PSP

A new study identified five key risk factors for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), including depression 10 years pre-diagnosis. The findings suggest the disease develops silently for a decade before motor symptoms appear.

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·March 24, 2026·6 min read

AI “Creativity” is More Predictable Than Human Thought

New research shows that while AI can produce "creative" answers, its outputs are far more repetitive and predictable than human thought. Relying on LLMs for brainstorming may unintentionally limit the diversity of human ideas.

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·March 23, 2026·8 min read

Paternal Depression Spikes One Year After Childbirth

A study of over one million fathers shows that paternal depression and stress-related disorders spike by 30% one year after childbirth. Researchers urge healthcare providers to monitor fathers' mental health long after the immediate postnatal period.

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·March 21, 2026·7 min read

Alignment is the Secret to Human-AI Teamwork

Why does AI fail in the workplace? New research highlights "hybrid cognitive alignment" as the missing link in human-AI teamwork.

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·March 20, 2026·6 min read

New Study Links Crossbreeding to Dog Anxiety

A study of over 9,000 dogs found that Cockapoos, Cavapoos, and Labradoodles frequently display more aggression, fear, and excitability than the purebreds used to create them.

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·March 20, 2026·10 min read

Alcohol, Tobacco, and Opioid Addictions Share Genetic Roots

It’s in the wiring. A massive study reveals that the genetic risk for addiction is mostly shared across all substances and linked to the brain’s "impulse control" center.

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·March 19, 2026·8 min read

Biological Link Between Music and Bonding Identified

Harmonious music physically "primes" the brain for social connection, explaining the ancient link between music and ritual.

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·March 19, 2026·8 min read

How Brains Sync for Group Survival

Scientists have mapped the brain regions that allow social groups to act as a unified system, compensating for struggling members to ensure everyone survives.