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What lies at the dark core of the human psyche?

At the bottom of all negative personality traits, there is the same driving factor, some researchers argue. A new study explains what this ‘dark core’ is.

Factors linked to mortality after traumatic brain injury identified

New findings shed light on the potential for strategies for prevention and intervention that could improve longevity and quality of life after traumatic brain injury (TBI).

Exercise could benefit early-onset Alzheimer’s

New research supports the idea that physical activity delays cognitive decline and other changes in the rare early-onset form of Alzheimer’s disease.

Letter from the Editor: Embracing change

As fall settles in, Managing Editor Honor Whiteman discusses the importance of change and reflects on the improvements MNT have made this year.

Is pain relief more effective when delivered by a stranger?

An intriguing new study asks whether a health treatment received from a stranger has a stronger effect than one received from someone you already know.

The hormone FGF23 is linked to structural deficits in the brain

Scientists find that high levels of a hormone called FGF23 are linked to changes in brain structure. They are associated with structural changes in the brain’s frontal lobes.

What to know about depression with psychosis

Depression with psychosis, or psychotic depression, happens when someone with major depression also experiences psychosis. This is a serious mental health condition that needs medical attention and has a high risk of suicide. Find out the symptoms, tre…

The warm glow of kindness is real, even when there’s nothing in it for you

We feel the benefit of kind acts regardless of whether they are altruistic or strategically motivated.

Mediterranean diet tied to lower risk of depression

A review of 41 observational studies supports the idea that Mediterranean-like diets can prevent depression and makes a case for interventional research.

Mitigating stress, PTSD risk in warfighters

Researchers have developed a technique that has the potential to provide measures that facilitate the development of procedures to mitigate stress and the onset of conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder in warfighters.