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·March 15, 2024·4 min read

Paws for Thought: Dog Interaction Boosts Brainwaves and Relaxation

A new study highlights the psychological and neurological benefits of interacting with dogs, revealing that activities such as playing and walking with dogs enhance brain wave strengths linked to relaxation and concentration. This research moves beyond general observations by using EEG technology to quantify the brain's electrical activity during eight distinct dog-related activities, including grooming, playing, and feeding.

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·April 20, 2023·4 min read

Music for Study and Sleep: Surprising Discovery on How Music Boosts Focus and Relaxation

Analyzing data from the popular music streaming service Spotify, researchers found the music we listen to while studying and the songs we prefer while falling asleep share more similarities than music in general.

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·January 21, 2023·3 min read

Exploring the Features of Music That People Fall Asleep To

While most people prefer to drift off to sleep listening to quieter and slower songs, some feel more relaxed when listening to familiar, high-energy popular music.

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·March 15, 2022·5 min read

A Remedy Against Choking Under Pressure

From elite athletes to students preparing to take an exam, people sometimes become overwhelmed by the pressure and this affects their ability to access their performance ability. Researchers reveal techniques to help prevent choking under pressure.

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·July 27, 2020·4 min read

Hedonism Leads to Happiness

Pursuing hedonistic goals, such as taking time to yourself for relaxation or activities you enjoy, are essential, yet often neglected, for personal wellbeing.

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·September 30, 2019·4 min read

People with anxiety may strategically choose worrying over relaxing

Those with anxiety and depressive disorders may actively resist relaxation, especially if they are more sensitive to shifts in negative emotions.

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·October 23, 2018·3 min read

Smell of Lavender is Relaxing and Could Help Treat Anxiety

According to researchers, the scent of lavender is not only relaxing, the active compound, linalool, may help to treat anxiety disorders.

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·June 22, 2018·4 min read

Brain Tingles: The Physiological Benefits of ASMR

Researchers reveal the phenomenon of ASMR videos may have a positive physiological effect on viewers. The study reports those who experience ASMR have lower heart rates while watching the videos, as well as an increase in positive emotions.

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·June 13, 2018·5 min read

Mindfulness Meditation and Relaxation Response Have Different Effects on Brain Function

A new study reports relaxation exercises strengthens coupling between brain areas associated with deliberate control, while mindfulness strengthens coupling between areas associated with sensory awareness and perception.

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·June 19, 2017·5 min read

Unearned Fun Tastes Just as Sweet

Waiting until all your chores are done to embark on leisure activities may not be the best idea, a new study reports.

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·May 10, 2017·3 min read

Tai Chi Relieves Insomnia in Breast Cancer Survivors

According to researchers, Tai Chi not only improves sleep health and reduces insomnia in breast cancer survivors, it also reduces depression and fatigue symptoms.