A Human Can’t Maintain More Than 150 Friends Is A Myth, Researchers Say
A human cognitive capacity is limited to maintaining stable relationships with approximately 150 people. This is called ‘Dunbar's number’.
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Feeling Younger Protects Older Adults Against Stress and Health Decline
According to the study, people who feel younger enjoy greater wellbeing, better cognitive functioning,lower risk of hospitalization, and longer life span than those who feel older
Exercise Can Reduce Cognitive Limitations in Children Born Preterm, Study Reveals
Children born very preterm have deficits in motor skills and limited impulse control to children born at term. Targeted motor skills training could help such children even when they are older
Mental Health Issues Increased In Families Due To The COVID-19 Pandemic, Says Study
Due to the covid 19 pandemic, many families have had to isolate themselves in the confines of their homes that have posed effects on individuals and family's well-being
Poor Mental Health Can Increase Risk Of Subsequent Heart Attacks In Young Survivors
Young and middle-aged adults with severe mental health issues after suffering a heart attack were more than twice as likely to suffer a second cardiac event
Depression Linked To Stomach Ulcers, Researchers Say
Researchers decoded how gut and brain work together and confirmed a link between major depression with an increased risk of gastrointestinal disorders
Sleep Deprivation Affects Teen Mental Health, Says New Study
Sleep experts confirmed that sleep is intrinsically linked to mental health and remind parents about teenagers getting sufficient sleep to prevent the risk of developing behavioral problems.
Loneliness and Wisdom Can Influence Gut Health, New Study Finds
The new Frontiers in Psychiatry study found that wisdom and loneliness appear to influence -- and/or be influenced by -- microbial diversity of the gut.
Imposter Syndrome Is A Critical Issue Among Medical Students, Researchers Say
A new study found that 87% of incoming medical students during their first year of school reported a high or very high degree of imposter syndrome.
Premature Cellular Aging Linked To Major Depressive Disorder, Study Suggests
Cells from people with Major Depressive Disorder have higher than expected rates of methylation at specific sites on their DNA, indicating accelerated cellular aging.
