- Family/Friends -
Antidepressants May Be Ineffective for Children and Teens
By Kaelyn RileyA new study suggests that most commonly prescribed drugs may not be the answer for adolescents suffering with major depression.
Brain/Mental Health
- Brain/Mental Health -
Poor Fitness Now = Smaller Brain Later
By Kaelyn RileyRecent research has linked mediocre fitness in midlife with smaller brain size down the road.
- Brain/Mental Health -
Taking Notes: Advances in Alzheimer’s Treatments
By Jill Metzler PattonNew perspectives in Alzheimer’s disease research from experts at the 2016 Association of Health Care Journalism conference.
- Digital Detox -
Excessive Social-Media Use Linked to Depression in Young Adults
By Craig CoxNew study suggests heavy users are nearly three times more likely to be depressed.
- Brain/Mental Health -
Research Casts Doubt on Seasonal Affective Disorder
By Heidi WachterAn Auburn University study leaves the idea of SAD out in the cold.
- Sleep -
Snacking When You Should Be Sleeping May Impair Memory
By Craig CoxUCLA study suggests late-night meals could lead to cognitive disorders.
- General Health -
Depression & Inflammation
By Alexandra Smith, LPCCA new study suggests that chronic inflammation can lead to depression.
- Personal Development -
Burdens of the Past
By Jon SpaydePainful events from childhood can linger, creating stress and anxiety today. Here’s how you can take empowered steps toward healing.
- Brain/Mental Health -
Beyond Sudoku
By Heather RogersStaving off memory loss requires more than just exercising your gray matter.
- Nutrition -
The Care and Feeding of a Healthy Brain
By Rebecca KatzEnhance your brain function with four recipes designed to invigorate mood, memory, and cognition.
- Mindfulness -
Mindfulness Vs. Depression
By Heidi WachterMindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) is as effective as pharmaceuticals at preventing depression relapses, according to a 2015 study published in The Lancet.
- Success Stories -
Rebuilding Blocks: Garrick van Buren’s Success Story
By Garrick van BurenHow one man put his life back together with the help of an obscure Nordic game.
- video -
Behind the Scenes With Kyra Bobinet, MD, MPH (Video)
By Experience Life StaffThe behavior-change expert shares insights from her research at our cover shoot.
- Sports/Recreation -
Walking in Nature Can Change Your Brain
By Craig CoxNew research suggests that getting out into nature can help city dwellers — and others — improve their moods.
- Aging -
Inside Olga Kotelko’s Brain
By Craig CoxNew research offers the first glimpse at the effects of regular physical activity on a nonagenarian’s brain.
- Gut Health -
Healthy Gut, Healthy Brain
By David Perlmutter, MDA neurologist explains the power of your microbiome to heal and protect your brain.
- Brain/Mental Health -
Dietary Shifts May Slow Brain Aging
By Craig CoxA new study suggests a variation on the Mediterranean diet may reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s.
- Personal Development -
How Mentally Tough Are You?
By IRONMANLearn how to become the most resilient, confident athlete you can be, regardless of your physical fitness.
- Stress Relief -
Your Fat May Be Making You Fatter
By Craig CoxNew study suggests that your fat tissue can send mixed signals to your brain when stress strikes.
- Stress Relief -
Blue Mind
By Wallace J. Nichols, PhDWhy being around water is so good for our psyches.
- Aging -
Strengthen Your Memory (Lift Some Weights)
By Grace LabattNew studies show that strength training boosts memory.