A Review of 125 Years of Chess Data Suggests Skills Peak After 30

Medicine & Technology Oct 25, 2020

A new study analyzing 125 years of expert chess games and performances shows that players reach their peak at the game after the age of 30.

Can Wisdom Be Measured?

Oct 23, 2020

People may have different definitions of wisdom depending on belief, philosophy, education, or experiences. Researchers from UC San Diego have conducted studies to scientifically quantify wisdom.

What Happens in a Therapy Session? Psychologists Explain What to Expect

Oct 23, 2020

More people are going to therapy during COVID-19. Psychologists explain how you can start.

Scanning Pens' Readers Become a Necessity in the Middle of Pandemic

Oct 19, 2020

Scanning Pens, a tech company that manufactures pens helping dyslexic people to read, has seen a sharp increase in its demand during the coronavirus pandemic.

Establishing Connections Between Gut and Brain Symptoms

Oct 16, 2020

Neuroscientists refer to the "gut-brain-axis," or GBA is the bidirectional communication between the gut and the brain - helping explain how nervousness gives the feeling of having "butterflies in the stomach."

Student Mental Health Priority for Welsh Government Due to Coronavirus

Oct 10, 2020

Some experts have said mental health issues have been one of the more "invisible" symptoms of coronavirus. The Welsh government made several adjustments to the growing issues of mental health issues among children and young people.

Can Herd Immunity Put an End to Coronavirus?

Oct 08, 2020

Thousands of experts and citizens around the world have signed the Great Barrington Declaration to go against lockdown measures. However, other experts believe that herd immunity is not the best answer in beating the pandemic as millions are affected and have already lost their lives to the virus.

SoulPulse Study Via Smartphones Track People's Spirituality and Mental Well-Being

Oct 04, 2020

Researchers use smartphones to discover a link between spiritual experiences and mental health. Using SoulPulse, sociologists have associated how more spiritual experiences were associated with better mental well-being.

By the Numbers: Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on American Mental Health

Oct 04, 2020

As September ends, there have been more than 33 million recorded cases of COVID-19, with more than seven million of them coming from the United States alone. Aside from the setback experienced by the American people in terms of livelihood, healthcare, and education, the coronavirus pandemic has also severely affected the mental health of Americans.

Survey Shows Alcohol Consumption During Pandemic Drastically Increases

Sep 30, 2020

Alcohol consumption in the United States has significantly increased during the pandemic. Experts raise concerns over physical and mental health issues, particularly in women.

Lack of Sleep Among Americans Worse For Men, Says Study

Sep 29, 2020

A study from the University of Oregon examines the possible stereotypical link between sleep habits and masculinity, aiming to understand why men, on average, reportedly get less sleep than women.

Why You Should Call in Sick More Often Than You Think – Even if You're Working From Home

Sep 29, 2020

Working from home allows employees to balance caring responsibilities and other non-work commitments with work demands, as well as reducing commute times and decreasing job-related stress. The benefits to organisations include increased productivity, and a greater flexibility from staff to meet employer needs such as conference calls outside core office hours.

Sundar Pichai, Google CEO, Points to a "Hybrid Model" as the Future of Work

Sep 28, 2020

Sundar Pichai said that Google has begun making changes to their offices to support their returning employees after the pandemic, preparing the company for "hybrid models" of work.

New Study Shows Positive Impact of Having Pets During Lockdown

Sep 27, 2020

Having a pet is linked to better mental health and reduced loneliness levels during the lockdown period, a new study shows.

The Psychology Behind Man Caves & She Sheds

Sep 26, 2020

A man's feeling of needing a "man cave" is connected to an emotional level and is also considered a form of self-expression. More recently, women have been seeking the female equivalent, or what is more popularly known as a "she shed."