Ultra-Processed Foods Disrupt Infant Gut Health
Summary: A Brazilian study of 728 infants found that ultra-processed foods can harm gut microbiota diversity, with stronger…
Romantic Partners Can Shape Genetic Risk for Binge Drinking
Summary: New research shows that romantic partners’ habits and traits can influence how strongly genetic risk for binge…
Why Lefties Are More Common in Autism and Dyslexia
Summary: A new meta-analysis highlights a strong connection between early-onset neurodevelopmental disorders with linguistic symptoms and left- or…
Music Mindfulness Eases Anxiety and Depression
Summary: Mindfulness exercises paired with music were found to engage both neural and cardiac systems, potentially reducing symptoms…
Two Key Signals Shape Brain Structure Early, Varying by Person
Summary: A new study has revealed how two morphogens, WNT and Sonic Hedgehog, act as molecular “traffic cops,”…
Shared Brain Circuit Links Insomnia, Anxiety, and Depression
Summary: A large brain imaging study suggests that insomnia, depression, and anxiety, often co-occurring, share overlapping brain abnormalities. Researchers…
Facial Movements and Pupils Reveal Tinnitus Severity
Summary: Researchers have identified new biomarkers for tinnitus by tracking pupil dilation and subtle facial movements linked to…
Your Brain and Body Literally Sync to Music
Summary: A new international study supports Neural Resonance Theory (NRT), which suggests that music perception and enjoyment arise…
Daily Chats and Nature Boost Mental Health
Summary: A new study reveals that simple daily behaviors, such as chatting with friends, spending time in nature,…
Motivation Struggles Persist After Depression Recovery
Summary: People who have recovered from depression show reduced motivation to pursue rewards unless the incentives are large…