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While short-term benefits of talk therapy are well known, a new study reveals that just a few months of treatment can provide measurable relief from depression that lasts for several years. dlvr.it/TTcSLR

A rapid form of magnetic brain stimulation may provide sustained relief for older adults battling depression. A recent clinical trial found that the therapy effectively reduces symptoms, but aging brains might require weeks to produce noticeable mood… dlvr.it/TTdHkn

Adults who gamble and buy randomized digital items in video games report much higher rates of severe betting problems. New research suggests the financial risks of virtual loot boxes mirror traditional casino games. dlvr.it/TTcPwQ

Can AI chatbots persuade voters as effectively as humans? A new study found that while chatbots and humans are equally persuasive, AI is significantly cheaper per voter. However, traditional human campaigns are still much better at reaching massive… dlvr.it/TTdFLK

A new study suggests that not all sitting is created equal. While frequent TV watching is linked to reduced brain volume, mentally engaging desk work is linked to preserved brain structure in older adults. dlvr.it/TTcN1L

Childhood trauma leaves a lasting footprint far beyond memory. Recent research reveals how early adversity physically alters our brain structure, disrupts gut health, and reshapes our body's stress response long into adulthood. dlvr.it/TTdB9H

A new study maps out how adults balance shared intimacy and solo sex. Based on attitudes, desire, and motives, people fall into distinct profiles that challenge common assumptions about relationships and satisfaction. dlvr.it/TTcKqW

A three-year study of over 3,000 teenagers suggests that questioning one's sexual identity or identifying as a sexual minority shapes adolescent sexual well-being, highlighting unique gaps in satisfaction and distress compared to consistently… dlvr.it/TTd6LC

Do glowing words really sell? An economist finds a small but real puffery effect on Airbnb: An analysis of $2 billion in Airbnb bookings finds that vague, subjective claims like "charming" and "luxurious" boost reservations about as much as factual… dlvr.it/TTd5Cg

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A renewed scientific interest in psychedelics is yielding surprising discoveries about LSD. dlvr.it/TTd1mj

We often imagine the brooding genius burdened by intellect, or assume that ignorance is bliss. But what does the data say? Decades of psychological research reveal a highly complex relationship between cognitive ability, emotional skills, and human joy. dlvr.it/TTcGgt

Error tolerance: entrepreneurship booster or societal risk?: A study of 58 countries finds that societies comfortable with mistakes tend to produce more entrepreneurs, but the same tolerance is linked to more traffic deaths, worse health, and higher… dlvr.it/TTd0LF

People who constantly worry about achieving happiness are more likely to use cannabis frequently and struggle to quit, according to new research. The same study explores how underlying bipolar risk relates to daily marijuana interference. dlvr.it/TTcFCR

A simple shift in how doctors explain depression could change how patients view their own recovery. Framing depression as a helpful signal rather than a broken biological mechanism drastically increases hope and preference for talk therapy. dlvr.it/TTcz8R

A new study suggests that highly dedicated celebrity fans, commonly known as stans, are more likely to be female, LGBTQ+, and politically liberal. These individuals use social media to find social connection and promote their favorite public figures. dlvr.it/TTcCXD

Shared visible traits like age and race act as a catalyst for spontaneous physical coordination, a new study finds. Surprisingly, this unconscious body language syncing occurs even when people don't report feeling a stronger personal connection. dlvr.it/TTcw95

If you identify as a "highly sensitive person," you might assume your senses of sight, smell, and hearing are sharper than average. However, a new study reveals that this trait is actually rooted in emotional processing, not heightened sensory ability. dlvr.it/TTct5L

When someone is rude, how we judge them depends heavily on who started it. A new study finds that people view retaliatory rudeness as more justifiable and virtuous than unprovoked rudeness, though polite responses are still preferred overall. dlvr.it/TTc9zJ

What CrossFit reveals about how brands really earn loyalty: A two-year study of CrossFit proposes that some brands earn devotion not by building communities or telling myths, but by supplying consumers with a full script for reinventing themselves. dlvr.it/TTcrFY