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12/27/2021
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By Matthew Davis
Scientists find that strategic use of aromas during sleep may improve exam performance
A recent study has shown that odor plays a role in learning, in particular, in improving exam performance. In the report, published in the journal Scientific Reports, lead author Jurgen Kornmeier noted that fragrances have a supportive effect that “works very reliably in everyday life and can be used in a targeted way.” Their findings supported […]
07/22/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Research reveals alarming impact of air pollution and fine particulate matter (PM) on mental health
Air pollution can negatively impact mental health and increase people’s risk of various psychiatric disorders, such as depression and anxiety. This is the conclusion of many studies that examined how exposure to particulate matter (PM) affects mental health. Also known as particulates, particulate matter is a mixture of fine solid and liquid particles suspended in the air, such as dust, […]
05/21/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Food for the brain: Review examines the link between diet and mental health
A review published in the journal European Neuropsychopharmacology shows that a person’s diet can improve or worsen his mental health, depending on the quality of the foods that he eats. European researchers arrived at this conclusion after reviewing past studies that examined the potential link between nutrition and mental health. The researchers found strong evidence that the Mediterranean diet, […]
05/19/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Study: Fire retardant used in furniture and insulation linked to antisocial behavior
A study published in the journal Environmental Health shows that commonly used fire retardants may increase children’s risk of antisocial behavior. Researchers from Oregon State University and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health found that children with higher levels of exposure to certain types of flame retardants are more likely to exhibit antisocial […]
03/08/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Sleep and memories: Study shows sound cues can help participants solve puzzles while they’re ASLEEP
Researchers from Northwestern University have found a fascinating way to activate problem-solving during sleep. In a study published in the journal Psychological Science, the researchers explained how they used sound cues to stimulate information processing in sleeping participants. When the volunteers woke up the next day, they were able to work out the brainteasers they failed to solve the previous night. “This study provides […]
03/01/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
Sleep deprivation linked to more negative effects for cognitive function than earlier theories suggest
Sleep deprivation makes people more prone to errors than scientists previously thought, according to a recent study by researchers at the Michigan State University’s Sleep and Learning Lab. Published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: General, it showed that people were thrice more likely to have lapses in concentration and twice more likely to make placekeeping errors after one […]
05/13/2020
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By Arsenio Toledo
The link between sleep deprivation and Alzheimer’s
Studies have shown that there’s a relationship between dementia and exercise, nutrition and social interaction. One other important factor you need to consider if you want to lower your risk of Alzheimer’s disease is the amount of restful sleep you get every night. In a landmark study published in the journal The Lancet, researchers found that around a third of […]
03/27/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Keeping your hands busy linked to maintaining a “healthy mood”
Have you ever felt the sudden need to just get up and start working with your hands, be it to do something fun, busy work, or even chores like scrub your bathroom, while you’re in the middle of an important project? Don’t worry. As it turns out, you’re not procrastinating — your brain just needed […]
12/04/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Mothers who smile a lot at their babies and maintain eye contact “sync up” with them, improving brain development
The ability of babies to learn may be influenced by how their mothers interact with them. Researchers from Dartmouth College and the University of Cambridge in the U.K. found that babies learn when their mothers smile and maintain eye contact with them a lot. In their study, the researchers discovered that babies’ neural activity that syncs well […]
10/24/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Working up a sweat can help improve memory, especially for elderly
As you age, you may notice specific changes in your body. This includes a loss of muscle mass, a condition linked to frailty. Thankfully, you can strengthen your muscle mass and stay fit with regular exercise. According to a study presented at the annual meeting of the Cognitive Neuroscience Society, exercise doesn’t just boost physical fitness. Physical activity […]
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