The Real Reason People Cannot Concentrate Anymore (M)

The problem may not be attention itself — but what the brain now considers worth focusing on.

The problem may not be attention itself -- but what the brain now considers worth focusing on.

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A Little-Known Depression Symptom That Affects Sight, Hearing, Taste, Smell & Touch (M)

Brain fog and anhedonia are well known. This overlooked depression symptom may be just as important.

Brain fog and anhedonia are well known. This overlooked depression symptom may be just as important.

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Does A ‘Good Cry’ Make You Feel Better? (M)

Scientists tracked real-life crying for a month — and the results challenge a popular belief.

Scientists tracked real-life crying for a month -- and the results challenge a popular belief.

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Why Trying To Cheer Someone Up May Not Be The Kindest Thing You Can Do (M)

The instinct to make others feel better may be less universal than most people assume.

The instinct to make others feel better may be less universal than most people assume.

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You Take Photos to Remember Things — What If That’s Making You Forget? (M)

Taking a photo feels like a way to remember, but research suggests it can sometimes have the opposite effect.

Taking a photo feels like a way to remember, but research suggests it can sometimes have the opposite effect.

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Dating Apps And Porn Are Changing How People See Love (M)

What happens to the way we see love when technology makes endless alternatives available?

What happens to the way we see love when technology makes endless alternatives available?

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This Money Problem Ages Your Brain Faster (M)

Not all financial stress is equal. One type is linked to poorer memory and faster brain aging decades later.

Not all financial stress is equal. One type is linked to poorer memory and faster brain aging decades later.

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A Dramatic Change To Song Lyrics Has Happened Over The Last 60 Years (M)

Scientists tracked popular music for 60 years and found a gradual shift that may reflect changing values in society.

Scientists tracked popular music for 60 years and found a gradual shift that may reflect changing values in society.

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This Type Of Writing Helps Some Young Adults Feel Less Depressed (M)

Feeling lost in life? A simple writing exercise may help reconnect you with who you are and where you’re going.

Feeling lost in life? A simple writing exercise may help reconnect you with who you are and where you're going.

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