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Just like adults, children can be under enormous amounts of stress. New research says that a dog might help children to cope with stressful situations.

New research suggests a link between post-traumatic stress disorder and increased dementia risk, but this risk may depend on the use of psychoactive drugs.

Do you want to look younger? Then avoid smiling. According to the latest research, if you want to take a couple of years off, look surprised instead.

There may be no need to hit the gym to boost your psychological well-being; new research suggests that a simple leisurely stroll should do the trick.

Scientists discover a potential predictor for early dementia that could inform the development of drug and therapeutic interventions to treat or slow down the disease.

In what is perhaps the most significant genomic study of anorexia nervosa to date, researchers find the first genetic locus for the disorder.

A new study into the effects of chronic physical illness in children on their life-long mental health has found that such experiences appear to increase the chances of them having depression and anxiety in adulthood.

A test to assess the effect of red Smarties on happiness has been used to teach the often “dull” or “boring” concepts of clinical research.

The assertion that animals have a better sense of smell than humans is a 19th century myth with no scientific proof, says a neuroscientist who spent part of the last year reviewing existing research, examining data and delving into the historical writi…

Psychology researchers conclude that Kant was both right and wrong about beauty: if you want to appreciate beauty, you’ll need to think about it.