University of Birmingham
Dopamine Levels Impact Mentalizing Abilities
Health
Sarah Carter
Summary: Dopamine levels affect mentalizing abilities—understanding others’ thoughts and feelings—in healthy people. Using a double-blind, placebo-controlled experiment with 33 volunteers, researchers found ...
Lack of Sleep in Childhood Linked to Increased Psychosis Risk
Health
Sarah Carter
Summary: Children who consistently experience insufficient sleep from infancy through early childhood are significantly more likely to develop psychosis as young adults. ...
Socioeconomic Factors Linked to Chronic Pain
Health
Sarah Carter
Summary: Socioeconomic status, lifestyle, and psychological factors significantly influence the development of chronic musculoskeletal pain after injury. The study found that individuals ...
Stress and Snacks: How Fatty Foods Hinder Recovery
Health
Sarah Carter
Summary: Consuming fatty foods during stressful times can hinder the body’s recovery from stress effects. Researchers found that high-fat meals, like butter ...
