Speech Changes may be the First Symptom of Parkinson’s Disease Altered speech, also known as hypokinetic dysarthria, is one of the early signs of Parkinson’s disease. People with Parkinson’s may experience changes in their speech…
Low-impact Changes in Human Recreation Animal Behavior Human activities such as hiking, camping, bird-watching, and other forms of low-impact recreation can have an impact on wildlife behavior. When wildlife are frequently exposed…
Loneliness and Social Isolation raise the Risk of Heart Failure Social isolation and loneliness have been linked to an increased risk of heart failure. Studies have shown that people who experience these factors have a…
A Study Looks at How Considering your Values Before you Speak Might Lead to Healthier Relationships Taking the time to reflect on your values before engaging in communication with others can lead to happier relationships. The idea is that by being…
According to a Recent Study, Many BPD People Hear Voices Telling Them to Harm Themselves Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health disorder characterized by intense and unstable emotions, distorted sense of self, impulsivity, and unstable relationships with others.…
Researchers Find a Novel Preference Structure to Describe the Aesthetics of Our Daily Clothing Choices A recent study has found a new way to understand why we make certain clothing choices based on our aesthetic preferences. This new discovery may…
The Perception of Social Behavior Varies Different people have different opinions and perceptions of what is considered social, and what is considered socially acceptable may change over time and between cultures.…
Which Recreational Activities have been linked to Lower Risk of Dementia? Leisure activities that are linked to a lower risk of dementia include physical exercise, social engagement, mentally stimulating activities, and hobbies such as reading, playing…
Sexual Harassment in Education Sexual harassment in education refers to any unwelcome sexual behavior, advances, comments, gestures or physical contact that interferes with a person’s ability to learn, work…
New Evidence for a Serotonin Deficiency in Depression Recent studies have provided evidence supporting the role of low levels of serotonin in depression. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that regulates mood, sleep, appetite, and…
Child Body Weight has Negligible Effects on Behavioral and Mood Disorders It is a well-established fact that weight issues can affect a child’s physical and emotional health, but it is also true that body weight alone…
Behavioral Disorders Behavioral disorders refer to a group of mental health conditions characterized by patterns of abnormal or disruptive behaviors. These disorders include conditions such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity…