The link between social media use and poorer wellbeing is modest and shaped by our genetics, researchers in the Netherlands ...

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A new study published in Behavior Genetics offers a fresh and nuanced perspective on the ongoing debate over social media's ...

The team analyzed data from 604 previous studies, involving more than 894,000 participants, to explore how perceived social ...

Older adults face a high risk of isolation, especially after they retire. A recent study from the University of Georgia ...

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Research suggests that maintaining social ties is vital for our well-being, especially as we age. Lomb - stock.adobe.com If your ability to connect with others feels a little rusty post-pandemic, ...

Older adults can increase their longevity through a holistic health approach that focuses on physical lifestyle changes and ...

The viral phrase “touch grass” may be more than internet humor—science shows that engaging with nature and music can ...

Mental health is increasingly recognized as a universal human right and an essential foundation of human development. Yet across the world, millions remain without access to the support they need, ...

Some users of popular fitness and calorie counting apps experience shame, disappointment and demotivation, potentially ...