Vegetarians lived no longer than meat eaters over 18 years in a study of 117,673 Americans
Among 117,673 older US adults followed for an average of 18 years, death risk did not differ significantly between omnivores, vegetarians, pescatarians and vegans once lifestyle and health were accounted for (vegetarians vs non-vegetarians: HR 1.09).
New study shows that a baby’s brain waves can predict IQ at age seven
Brain waves and child development: a new study shows a baby's EEG scan can reliably predict that same baby's IQ score at age seven.
Being thankful pays off: just saying hello to the bus driver makes people happier
A new study finds that being thankful, for example by saying hello to strangers, leads to enhanced feelings of happiness and well-being.
The psychology behind hoarding: what were the traits of hoarders during the pandemic?
A new study on the psychology behind hoarding finds people who stockpiled during the pandemic scored high on extraversion and neuroticism.
Guided meditation for seniors reduces depression, new study shows
A new meta-analysis of 19 previous studies has found that guided meditation for seniors is a promising avenue of treatment for depression in the elderly.
Broken phone? A new study suggests you might have secretly let it happen
If you have a broken phone, research suggests there’s a chance that you secretly (or maybe not so secretly) allowed it to happen.