It’s a real pain in the back. An estimated 80% of Americans will experience back pain at some point in their lives — and for around 16 million of those adults, the issue is chronic and with no easy end in sight. While incredibly common, back pain is notoriously difficult to treat because “it may … Read more
Maybe she’s born with it, maybe it’s … genetic optimization? Prospective parents using in vitro fertilization (IVF) will soon be able to select embryos based on their potential risk for diseases — including illnesses that develop later in life — thanks to a groundbreaking $5,999 service announced this week by a US biotech company. “Before … Read more
For some, the emotional cost of a paycheck is steep. A new study suggests that workers in certain industries are significantly more likely to grapple with depression and frequent mental distress. Researchers say the findings should serve as a wake-up call for employers to rethink how they design the mental health benefits for their employees. … Read more
Skipping dessert really can leave you down in the dumps. No one who’s been on a diet has ever said, “I love calorie restriction,” but a new study has found a not-so-surprising link between low-cal eating and depression. And some people have it worse than others. Researchers found that men and those whose BMI classified … Read more
Quiet, please! If the sounds of chewing, crunching, slurping, yawning, pen clicking, tapping, water dripping, sniffling, whistling and breathing make you angry or even panicked, you may have misophonia. The term, coined in 2001, describes a chronic condition in which certain sounds trigger strong negative responses that can affect daily life and social interactions. If … Read more
John Brenkus, the six-time Emmy-winning host and co-creator of the “Sport Science” program, has died following a battle with depression, a message posted on his social media pages announced Sunday. He was 54 years old. “It is with profound sadness that we share the news that John Brenkus has passed away,” the message read on … Read more
Baby got bac! We all know that kissing and other close contact can transmit infections like the common cold, mononucleosis and herpes. A new study out of Iran suggests that depression and anxiety might be transmissible through kissing, too. A new study out of Iran suggests that depression and anxiety might be transmissible through kissing. … Read more
Many of the kids are not alright — though some are. According to the 2025 World Happiness Report, Americans ages 18 to 29 ranked 62nd amongst the 140 countries surveyed in terms of self-reported well-being and life satisfaction — far below all US adults, who ranked 24th in the most recent report. But a small … Read more
Everyone knows exercising is a mood-booster, but not only is it hard — it can also be expensive. Which is why it’s great that fresh research out of the UK suggests there’s a simple (and free!) way to give yourself an attitude adjustment — but there’s a bit of a catch. Fresh research out of … Read more
Move over, melatonin. New research suggests that couples who engage in one surprisingly simple nighttime ritual sleep more soundly, stress less and feel emotionally closer to their partner. And no, it’s not sex. Cuddling triggers the release of the so-called “love hormone” oxytocin. Iona – stock.adobe.com In the study, researchers at Auburn University cozied up … Read more
More like discomfort food. A collection of four papers — published Tuesday in the journal Brain Medicine — reports a disturbing link between microplastics, ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and mental health. Shocking new research suggests some of your favorite foods may be giving your brain a not-so-happy meal. Getty Images/iStockphoto UPFs — which are considered unhealthy … Read more
Your high-level job may be a boon to your resume, but new research says it can also give you a big head — and not in a good way. A study out of South Korea suggests clocking in overtime could come with some serious cerebral downsides. “These findings suggest that long working hours may induce … Read more
A futuristic fix for depression is here — and it doesn’t involve prescription drugs or a shrink. The first-of-its-kind treatment from GrayMatters Health uses something called “self-neuromodulation” to help patients rewire their own brain patterns to ease their symptoms. “This is a completely new paradigm of treatment for depression, and it actually works,” Dr. Aaron … Read more
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Burning the midnight oil may fatten your paycheck, but your health could be paying the price. In 2024, Gallup found that the average full-time worker in the US clocked 42.9 hours a week. But millions are logging far more, and the toll is greater than just burnout. At one Midwestern investment bank, junior employees were … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My fiancee and I have been arguing almost every day. We have been verbally and emotionally hurting each other. I love her very much, but she has a severe alcohol disorder, and I want her to stop drinking. She keeps begging me for money whenever she runs out of her own. She wants … Read more
Mind your mind! Around 90,000 new cases of Parkinson’s disease are diagnosed in the US each year — the neurodegenerative disorder is commonly associated with slow movement, tremors, stiffness and difficulty walking. Experts suggest that physical activity and a balanced diet can help lower Parkinson’s risk. A new study supports that guidance, finding that people … Read more
The road to a better mood might run through your stomach. Dutch researchers found that a popular gut-boosting supplement helped healthy adults feel less anxious, stressed and fatigued in a matter of weeks. An added perk: While it dialed down the doom and gloom, the new study showed that the daily dose didn’t compromise users’ … Read more
We’ll give you the bad news first. Research shows 48% of women and 36% of men will experience a stroke or develop dementia or depression at some point in their lives. The good news is that a new study says you can significantly control the risk of developing one or more of these conditions by … Read more
Your gut’s new best friend might already be hiding in the back of your fridge. New research from the University of California, Davis, suggests that sauerkraut may help protect and strengthen your intestinal barrier — a vital line of defense for maintaining overall gut health and keeping bowel diseases at bay. “A little bit of … Read more