Research suggests that taking digital photos—a hobby that has exploded in the era of social media—may compromise memory. There are two likely reasons for this: first, that the act of taking a photo draws our attention away from the actual event (and attention is key to forming memories), and second, that we intrinsically trust that the photo will stand in for memory.
Did you know we spend somewhere between 3% and 8% of our waking hours blinking our eyes? A new study from researchers at the University of Rochester, New York, show…
Recent research suggests that focusing attention on your body and its sensations can be a boon for mental health. Whether it’s tuning in to the smell and taste of a…
If you have a child who’s been diagnosed with ADHD, you may be facing a decision whether to try medication. Stimulant medications have been shown repeatedly to be the most…