Making eye contact and small talk with strangers is more than just being polite − the social benefits of psychological generosity

A social psychologist recommends ways to connect with others as you move through public spaces – with benefits for your own well-being as well as for the social fabric of your community.

Linda R. Tropp, Professor of Social Psychology, UMass Amherst • conversation
May 21, 2025 ~9 min

AI-generated images can exploit how your mind works − here’s why they fool you and how to spot them

During scrolling, the brain processes visuals quickly not critically, making it easy to miss details that reveal a fake. As technology advances, slow down, look closer and think critically.

Arryn Robbins, Assistant Professor of Psychology, University of Richmond • conversation
April 11, 2025 ~8 min


What’s behind the rise in ADHD diagnoses?

October is ADHD Awareness Month. An expert digs into the rise in ADHD diagnoses among children and adults and the signs to look out for.

Dan Bernardi - Syracuse U. • futurity
Oct. 18, 2024 ~7 min

Some video games benefit mental health for kids and teens

Can gamified interventions help fight the youth mental health crisis? A new report says they can.

Johns Hopkins University • futurity
Oct. 1, 2024 ~8 min

ADHD brains present unique challenges, but the condition is highly treatable − a primary care nurse practitioner with ADHD explains the science

Navigating life with ADHD or as a parent of a child with ADHD can be stressful. But as researchers learn more about the uniqueness of brains with ADHD, they are also gleaning insight into treatments.

Kate Harrington, Lecturer of Clinical Pathophysiology and Family Nurse Practitioner, Kennesaw State University • conversation
July 25, 2024 ~12 min

More sleep and less screen time benefit unmedicated kids with ADHD

New research identifies behaviors that could help kids with ADHD who don't take medication live a healthier lifestyle.

Brian Consiglio-U. Missouri • futurity
July 15, 2024 ~6 min

Getting a good night’s rest is vital for neurodiverse children – pediatric sleep experts explain why

Sleep habits can be improved by making shifts in both daytime and evening routines.

Terry Katz, Senior Instructor of Pediatrics and Developmental Pediatrics, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus • conversation
April 19, 2024 ~10 min

Team links children’s microbiome with autism, ADHD

Bacteria in children’s microbiomes may contribute to the development of neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and ADHD years before they are diagnosed.

Lourdes Mederos-U. Florida • futurity
April 4, 2024 ~8 min


Working memory keeps you focused with distractions from home

"...working memory is required to ensure that if distractions intrude, individuals can maintain focus amidst those distractions."

Jared Wadley-U. Michigan • futurity
March 29, 2024 ~4 min

The longer a task takes, the more your mind wanders

The more time you spend on a task, the more your mind will start to wander. And it makes no difference how difficult or easy the task is.

Jenny Hudak-U. Miami • futurity
March 12, 2024 ~6 min

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