The 17 Different Ways Your Face Conveys HappinessA new study reports humans have more universal ways of expressing happiness than any other emotion.Read More
Pain and Substance Abuse Interact in a Vicious CycleBeing in pain and taking illicit substances can lead to a vicious cycle that ultimately worsens and maintains both addiction and pain.Read More
Celebrity Suicides Cause Media Surge, But Few Mentions of Lifesaving HotlineJohns Hopkins researchers report celebrity overdoses and suicides acquire more media attention by news outlets than coverage of national hotlines to help prevent suicide.Read More
Teen Brain Volume Changes with Small Amount of Cannabis UseEven small amounts of cannabis use in teens can alter gray matter volume in the brain, a new study reports. Researchers report those exposed to cannabis had more gray matter volume in the amygdala and hippocampus, areas of the brain linked to emotional processes and memory development.Read More
Study Identified Numerous Genes Associated with Risk Tolerance and Risky BehaviorsResearchers have identified 124 genetic variants located on 99 separate regions of the genome which are linked to a person's tolerance and willingness to take risks.Read More
Recalling Happy Memories During Adolescence Can Reduce Depression RiskResearchers report recalling specific positive memories from an earlier point in life was associated with fewer negative self-related thoughts and lower cortisol levels 12 months later. The study suggests recalling specific positive memories reduced vulnerability to depression over the course of one year.Read More
How Fear and Anger Affects Different Political IdeologiesA new study reports the emotional underpinnings of political ideology motivates how the people seek and process information about election races and climate change.Read More
Does Opioid Use in Pets Create Higher Risk for Abuse in Humans?Researchers report a 41% increase in the prescription of opioids for small animals over the past 10 years. The study reports the increase could potentially provide human access to the drugs, fueling the opioid epidemic.Read More
Hearing Hate Speech Primes the Brain For Hateful ActionsResearchers report on how the brain is spurred into action by hearing certain words. They propose a new simulation theory that perceiving words can drive brain systems into states almost identical to what would be evoked by directly experiencing what the word describes.Read More
Binge Eating and Smoking Linked to Bullying and AbuseStudy reports people who experience bullying or abuse have a lower quality of life comparable to those living with chronic health conditions, such as diabetes or depression. The study also reports those who are abused are more likely to develop harmful behaviors such as smoking or binge eating.Read More
New Analytic Model to Better Identify Those at Risk of PTSDResearchers have developed a new model that can predict the likelihood of a person developing PTSD after a shocking event.Read More
Meaningful Life Tied to Healthy AgingAccording to researchers, older adults who engage in activities perceived to be worthwhile, such as supporting grandchildren or completing a project, have better sleep, walking speeds and experience less chronic pain.Read More
