A study by researchers in the United Kingdom suggests a link between walking pace and life expectancy, indicating that individuals who walk more quickly tend to live longer. Faster Walking Linked to Longevity Across All Body Types Researchers analyzed data from 474,919 individuals in the UK Biobank, gathered between 2006 and 2016. They found that […]
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Expressing anger through venting might feel intuitive, but many believe it works like releasing pressure from a cooker, helping us calm down. However, a 2024 meta-analysis challenges that idea. Researchers from Ohio State University reviewed 154 studies on anger and found little support for the notion that venting is beneficial. In fact, in some cases,
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Excessive video game play has raised concerns among medical and scientific experts regarding its impact on mental health. In 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) officially classified video game addiction as a disorder. However, a recent study suggests that moderate gaming may actually support adolescents’ mental well-being. Researchers at Nihon University in Japan discovered this
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Your dog tilts its head when you cry, paces when you’re anxious, and shows up beside you during your toughest times. Coincidence? Hardly. After thousands of years of co-evolution, dogs have developed remarkable abilities to read our voices, faces, and even brain chemistry. Specialized areas in their brains respond to human speech, and making eye
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New research warns that smartphone use before age 13 may harm children’s mental health, linking it to suicidal thoughts, poor emotional control, low self-esteem, and detachment—especially in girls. The earlier children had smartphones, the greater the negative impact on their well-being. The study links these effects to early exposure to social media, sleep loss, cyberbullying,
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Some still assume that women long for a romantic partner and build their lives around a spouse—but this view is deeply flawed. A recent University of Toronto study found that, on average, single women reported greater satisfaction with their relationship status, overall life, and sex lives, along with a lower desire for a partner. The
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If you ask ten people how long it takes to get over an ex, you’ll get ten different answers—ranging from days to years. A common belief is that it takes half the length of the relationship to move on. But a March 2025 study published in Social Psychological and Personality Science offers a clearer picture.
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A new study from the University of South Australia has revealed that regularly participating in in-person events can greatly enhance overall well-being. A study conducted by tourism and event management researchers at UniSA and Flinders University found that regularly attending events like festivals, exhibitions, sports games, farmers markets, and food gatherings can significantly boost positive
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While most toddlers are just starting to learn the alphabet, two-year-old Joseph Harris-Birtill from the UK can already read entire books. He’s now exploring Morse code, the Greek alphabet, and even developing an interest in the periodic table. Seeing his remarkable abilities, his parents, Rose and David, contacted Mensa’s UK branch for guidance on supporting
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According to a study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, people are more inclined to trust those who grew up with limited financial means than those who attended private schools or took European vacations. “Trust is a cornerstone of healthy relationships—without it, romantic bonds can break down, workplace dynamics can suffer, and
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