Epigenetic study reveals DNA methylation changes linked to marijuana use A genome-wide study in middle-aged adults found significant DNA methylation changes associated with both recent and cumulative marijuana use. These changes are linked to pathways related to cell proliferation, hormone…
New research suggests that alcohol consumption can impact the health of future generations, even before they are conceived. The study indicates that alcohol can alter genetic information in sperm and eggs, potentially increasing the risk of diseases in offspring. This…
Cognitive abilities surpass experience in predicting computer proficiency A study from Aalto University found that cognitive abilities, especially working memory and executive functioning, are as important as prior experience in determining success with common computer tasks. This suggests that simplifying…
A government trial found that AI systems perform poorly when summarizing complex information, often misunderstanding context or oversimplifying important details. Human summarizers are still more reliable in grasping nuanced information and ensuring clarity. Despite AI advancements, these limitations could delay…
A new study has identified that the frontostriatal salience network, a brain region tied to reward processing and external stimuli filtering, is nearly twice its usual size in people with depression. Researchers from Weill Cornell Medicine found that this network…
The study demonstrates that exposure to 670-nm red light can improve mitochondrial function in the retina, enhancing vision, particularly for individuals over 40. The therapy showed significant improvement in color contrast sensitivity, especially in the blue visual axis, and also…
The study on conversational habits published in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin explores two key biases: the “reticence bias” and the “halo ignorance effect.” The reticence bias leads people to believe they should speak less than half the time in…
Esther Perel suggests that to increase happiness, you should make time for meaningful social connections. Whether through spontaneous gatherings or intentional conversations, building stronger relationships with others has a profound impact on well-being. Even small gestures of connection, like checking…
A study published in Journal of Family Issues examines how parenthood affects happiness. It discusses the nuanced relationship between having children and life satisfaction, exploring factors like societal expectations, financial strain, and personal fulfillment. It suggests that while children bring…