Coronavirus dreams: how anger, sadness and fear crept in during lockdown – new research
The level of anger and sadness in our dreams may be related to how much we suffer mentally with social isolation.
Nov. 30, 2020 • ~7 min
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A hunger for social contact
Neuroscientists find that isolation provokes brain activity similar to that seen during hunger cravings.
Nov. 23, 2020 • ~8 min
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More families are discussing end-of-life planning as COVID-19 cases rise – here's how to start the conversation
The pandemic is bringing up tough new questions as parents and grandparents develop advance care plans. Here's how to start the conversation.
Nov. 19, 2020 • ~7 min
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With 250,000 US deaths, COVID-19 is triggering more end-of-life planning – and young people want in on the discussions
The pandemic is bringing up tough new questions as parents and grandparents develop advance care plans. Here's how to start the conversation.
Nov. 19, 2020 • ~7 min
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Racial discrimination ages Black Americans faster, according to a 25-year-long study of families
A study of 800 Black American families shows early experiences of racism have long-term consequences for physical and mental health.
Nov. 17, 2020 • ~5 min
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How you can help veterans every day
The rate of death by suicide is rising among veterans. The most common stressor is a serious relationship difficulty.
Nov. 10, 2020 • ~7 min
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Keep calm and carry on – but how? A psychologist offers 10 tips to manage the uncertainty and stress of election aftermath
As uncertainty abounds and anxiety skyrockets, you've probably heard advice to be patient, stay calm and keep the faith. Here are 10 concrete tips to help you actually manage the stress.
Nov. 6, 2020 • ~8 min
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Using machine learning to track the pandemic’s impact on mental health
Textual analysis of social media posts finds users’ anxiety and suicide-risk levels are rising, among other negative trends.
Nov. 5, 2020 • ~8 min
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'Nature doesn't judge you': how young people in cities feel about the natural world
Nature is a promise of escape, a moment of relief and a relationship worth cherishing.
Oct. 30, 2020 • ~6 min
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Stressed on the job? An AI teammate may know how to help
Researchers are working toward intelligent machines that can sense cognitive fatigue and suggest interventions to help a human improve performance.
Oct. 26, 2020 • ~9 min
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