mental health
More frequent sex has been linked with higher income rates, according to a 2013 study.
There are scientifically proven ways you can improve your self-esteem, right now.
The path to sobriety isn't one that can be traveled alone, studies suggest.
From travel restrictions to forced isolation, the new coronavirus brings psychological threats, too.
Is obsessive shopping a compulsion, an addiction, or both?
OCD sufferers cannot trust past experiences, making the future even harder to manage.
A deeper look at what happens in the first 2 years after experiencing sexual trauma.
Your pooch needs to be trained with love and compassion.
Scientists often find that they cannot replicate prior findings.
Smoking is not just habit-based but is deeply entwined with emotions.
Is there a way for more human-centered algorithms to prevent potentially triggering interactions on social media?
Tweak the way you're coping and you can lower your anxiety levels.
Increasing numbers of seniors need help with basic tasks. It doesn't have to be that way.
A therapist explains acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
How to actually help a person who's ill? Don't be afraid to be funny, says Jeannie Gaffigan.
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Air pollution poses "a significant risk to brain development" according to researchers.
Research explains the positive impact and health benefits of children spending more time in nature.
Research suggests dog ownership may improve heart health, decrease depression, and even help you live longer.
The key to happiness is being less optimistic and accepting a certain amount of unhappiness.
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Love triggers the same regions of your brain as cocaine addiction.
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When you struggle with anxiety or depression, sex may be the last thing on your mind. But understanding the physiological and mental benefits of a healthy sex life can help it become a tool for well-being.
Next up on the top 10 countdown, Big Think's sixth most popular video illustrates the mental fireworks of a psychedelic experience.
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The countdown continues! In this video, comedian Pete Holmes likens depression to quicksand and provides a method to help you cope and with it.
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Man's best friend indeed.
A new study suggests that a device's night mode may damage sleep hygiene even more.
Expert opinions matter, especially when their knowledge is continuously refined by critical analysis.
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David Bienenstock has made it his mission to keep the history of cannabis alive.
An experimental study involving 90 heavy drinkers found promising results.
Researchers discover that not only can anxiety prevent you from sleeping, but not getting a good night's sleep might also cause anxiety.
Mycologist Paul Stamets believes they should be.