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Are you a serial overthinker? The cause could actually be your hormones

Who would have thought overthinking could be linked to hormones? If you're a serial overthinker, here's which hormones could be the cause, and what to do about it.

GoodToKnow · Sep 10, 2024

How patterns of conversation could help identify early signs of autism in children

Autistic children – and adults – often communicate differently to neurotypical people. Key characteristics of autistic speech can include less eye contact, focusing on the details rather than the overall gist of a conversation, and favouring literal meaning: autistic people may find it more challenging to guess if something is…

The Conversation · Sep 9, 2024

Excessive Exposure To Night Light Linked To Higher Risk Of Alzheimer's: Study

Excessive light pollution increases the risk of Alzheimer's in both older and younger adults. For those under 65, nighttime light exposure poses a greater risk of developing Alzheimer's disease compared to many other known factors.

Medical Daily · Sep 9, 2024

Part of brain network much bigger in people with depression, scientists find

Research suggests expanded frontostriatal salience network could be risk factor for developing condition

The Guardian - UK · Sep 4, 2024

Neil Gray admits he was waiting for Oasis tickets during SNP conference event

THE Health Secretary has conceded that he was in fact in the queue to buy Oasis tickets during an event at the SNP conference – despite…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 4, 2024

ADHD Treatment Disparities Plague Young Adults, Study Reveals‌ ‌

Research exposes wide care variations as young adults face transition challenges, highlighting urgent need for improved services.‌

Zenger · Sep 4, 2024

Concussion risks are outweighed by benefits of amateur sport, study finds

Surprise results have been published after analysis of 15,000 individuals, but the study’s authors stress that the risks in professional sport are very different

The Guardian - UK · Sep 4, 2024

'Total nonsense': SNP minister dismisses media claims amid Oasis ticket row

THE Health Secretary has issued a statement branding media reports “total nonsense” after claims that ...

The National (Scotland) · Sep 2, 2024

How to manage your own mental health when a loved one has Alzheimer’s

A consistent daily routine can provide structure and predictability, reducing stress for both the caregiver and the person with Alzheimer’s.

The Independent UK · Sep 2, 2024

Economic fallout from forced childbirth

A tsunami is coming. Women and children will experience deep trauma, mental and physical ailments, and even death

Salon · Aug 31, 2024