Psychology
How Brain Signals Shape Your Face’s Reaction
TEHRAN (ANA)- Research reveals that brain imaging can predict the facial expressions associated with pain, offering a new tool for clinicians to assess pain beyond traditional methods.
Your Work Habits Could Be Ruining Your Sleep
TEHRAN (ANA)- Employees with sedentary lifestyles or those working nontraditional hours are more likely to experience sleep problems.
Bipolar Disorder Patients 6 Times More Likely to Die Early
TEHRAN (ANA)- People with bipolar disorder are much more likely to die prematurely, mainly due to accidents, violence, or health issues exacerbated by alcohol.
Research Reveals Cognitive Advantages of Multilingualism for Autistic Children
TEHRAN (ANA)- A new study from UCLA Health adds to the growing body of evidence on the cognitive benefits of speaking multiple languages, finding that multilingualism not only enhances general cognitive abilities but also may help reduce certain symptoms and bolster control of daily thoughts and actions in children with and without autism.
Blood Pressure Swings May Accelerate Cognitive Aging
TEHRAN (ANA)- A study links fluctuating blood pressure to cognitive decline in Black older adults, equating to nearly three years of cognitive aging.
Scientists Expose Hidden Dangers of Antipsychotic Medications
TEHRAN (ANA)- Sixty-eight percent of nursing home residents who were prescribed antipsychotics exhibited more behavioral issues after starting the medication compared to before.
Researchers: Your Breathing Patterns Could Hold Key to Better Memory
TEHRAN (ANA)- A new study from Northwestern Medicine reports that, much like a conductor harmonizes various instruments in an orchestra to create a symphony, breathing synchronizes hippocampal brain waves to enhance memory during sleep.
Study: You Live Longer If Owning Home
TEHRAN (ANA)- A recent study conducted by an Oxford University researcher reveals that homeownership in early adulthood extends the lifespan of male Americans born in the early 20th century by approximately four months.
Scientists: Having This Type of Mindset Linked to Higher Willpower, Passion
TEHRAN (ANA)- Researchers have found that a positive attitude, often referred to as a “growth mindset” or belief in personal growth, is strongly linked to higher levels of both willpower and passion, according to a large new study.
Alzheimer’s Brain Changes Defy Standard Patterns
TEHRAN (ANA)- A new study finds that brain shrinkage in Alzheimer’s disease varies greatly among individuals, with distinct patterns rather than a uniform progression.
