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Understanding the role of gut-brain microbiome interactions in social decision making

Taking pro- and prebiotics may make people more sensitive to fairness, even at the cost of losing money, according to a study.

15 May 2024, 19:05

Recent release from prison is a significant risk factor suicide

Prisoners released from prison are nine times more likely to commit suicide over the next year compared to people who have never been incarcerated, new research shows.

15 May 2024, 18:36

Income and education linked to lower mortality after stroke

A new study finds that people with high incomes have a 32% lower risk of death after a stroke. 

15 May 2024, 16:18

More than 20,000 volunteers have joined efforts to accelerate the development of drugs for dementia

A University of Cambridge-led research team has recruited more than 20,000 volunteers to a resource aimed at speeding up the development of much-needed dementia drugs. 

15 May 2024, 09:59

Giving advice to your teenage self can improve your well-being

Asking young people to give themselves advice during adolescence may have a positive impact on their self-esteem, resilience and mental health, according to new research

14 May 2024, 22:31

Understanding body dysmorphic disorder through WhatsApp profiles of obese people

A new study has found that many people living with obesity hide their bodies in their WhatsApp profile photos.

14 May 2024, 18:01

Teens who use high-THC cannabis are twice as likely to experience psychotic episodes

Young people aged 16 to 18 who use high potency cannabis such as skunk are twice as likely to experience psychotic events between the ages of 19 and 24 compared to those who use low potency cannabis. 

14 May 2024, 14:15

Low testosterone levels in men shorten life expectancy

Low testosterone levels in men may mean shorter life expectancy, study says.

14 May 2024, 13:25

Education increases well-being, but intelligence can reduce it

In a recent study, researchers examine the causal relationship between educational attainment, intelligence, and well-being.

14 May 2024, 09:40

Ketogenic diet reduces stress and improves mental health, researchers say

In a recent study, researchers examined the relationship between following a ketogenic diet and various aspects of mental health.

14 May 2024, 09:23

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