An estimated 42% of Americans over the age of 55 are expected to develop dementia at some point, but there’s a bright side to that dark statistic. Researchers from the Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health are adding to growing evidence that one particular personality trait can lower the risk of dementia — … Read more
Most people know what a heart attack is — someone in the US has one about every 40 seconds. But there’s a lesser-known condition that can look nearly identical and sounds like it belongs in a romantic drama: broken heart syndrome, also known as takotsubo cardiomyopathy. It’s a temporary condition most often triggered by intense … Read more
All it takes is faith, trust, and a little bit of pixie dust. And a whole lot of dance! According to Margaret Kerry, who was the model for Disney’s original Tinker Bell, the actress and dancer was able to put herself into the creation of the fairy. The 96-year-old worked closely with Disney animator Marc … Read more
Exhausted all options for better sleep? You’re not alone. About 12% of Americans experience chronic insomnia, defined as trouble falling asleep, staying asleep or returning to sleep after waking up in the night. Another 30% report occasionally struggling with insomnia. Researchers have identified the “3 Ps” of insomnia — factors believed to trigger and prolong … Read more
It’s officially OK to use a coupon on a first date, according to new research. A survey found that a majority of Americans (56%) said using a coupon is perfectly acceptable, and a further 61% said “frugality” is an attractive trait in a partner. In a world of tariffs, economic uncertainty, and inflation, it seems … Read more
If you’re someone who regularly gets the ick from someone you’re dating — you might be a narcissist. The term that refers to the feeling of disgust from something a romantic partner does, says or even wears has gone viral on social media in recent years. And according to a study published in Personality and Individual … Read more
Let’s get quizzical! More than 6 million Americans have dementia, which affects memory, language and problem-solving skills. Several lifestyle changes can lower dementia risk, including a healthy diet, exercise, social interaction, blood pressure management and adequate sleep. More than 6 million Americans have dementia, which affects memory, language and problem-solving skills. LIGHTFIELD STUDIOS – stock.adobe.com … Read more
Humanity is chasing narcissists, but narcissists are faster. New findings on those with narcissistic personalities reveal they do develop greater compassion with age — but they never quite shake their inflated sense of self-importance, according to psychological experts for BBC News. “Clearly, some individuals may change more strongly, but generally, you wouldn’t expect someone you … Read more
Stay flex for success. A Harvard Business School expert has divulged the trait he believes equips a person to go above and beyond in lifelong career achievement. No, it’s not waking up at 5 a.m. for a workout, or making your bed, confidently throwing on the sharpest suit sold in stores or being a psychopath. … Read more
They’re stressed to impress. Boasting about how inundated you are at work might appear to convey professionalism and dedication to the job, but it can actually have the opposite effect, experts say. Employees who “stress brag,” or “busy brag,” are more likely to be perceived as less likable — and less competent — by their colleagues, per … Read more
Are you a stone-cold psychopath? The answer could be right in your hands. Researchers in Canada have analyzed the finger lengths of volunteers with clinically diagnosed psychiatric issues to determine whether psychopathy is “biologically rooted.” The team found that those whose index fingers are shorter than their ring fingers are more likely to have a … Read more
Cue the purple Gemini Prince (or the artist formerly known as) my babies, let’s talk about what makes a motherf–ker, sexy. So what is the science of sexy or why we deem some people more attractive than others? A new study published by the Sydney Morning Herald suggests that attraction is the combined force of … Read more