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8 Shocking Ways Loneliness Rewires Your Brain (P)

From daydreaming to brain damage: loneliness impacts your brain in more ways than you think.

Loneliness is more than just an emotional state—it can have profound effects on the brain.

Psychological studies reveal that prolonged isolation does more than make you feel disconnected; it actively reshapes the way your brain functions.

This article reveals how loneliness rewires your brain in ways you never imagined.

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5 Mental Techniques Proven To Calm Anxious Thoughts (P)

Are your thoughts distorting reality? Learn the techniques that can calm anxious thoughts and ease emotional distress.

Anxiety can feel overwhelming, often triggered by an avalanche of thoughts that spiral out of control.

Over the years of treating people with anxiety, psychologists have discovered that there are certain patterns of thoughts that are central to anxiety.

Spotting, understanding and then challenging these thoughts is one very useful strategy for dealing with persistent anxiety.

These techniques are grounded in cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) principles and backed by research, offering practical ways to break free from negative thought patterns.

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The Midlife Crisis: Myth or Reality? Discover The Surprising Facts (P)

Dr Elliott Jaques, a Canadian psychoanalyst, came up with the term ‘midlife crisis’ in 1965 — but is there any evidence it really exists?

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The midlife crisis -- a time of disappointment, doubt and insecurity that is often related to career, money and/or relationships experienced in the 40s and 50s-- is often labelled a myth.

Impulsive career changes, big ticket purchases along with abandoning long-established relationships are all stereotypical midlife behaviours.

But beyond the clichés, is there any psychological evidence for the midlife crisis?

Do the 40s and 50s really hold any special horror and, if so, what causes it?

After all, many who purportedly suffer a midlife crises are living in some of the safest countries in the world, are earning the most money they ever have and have experienced little or no ill health.

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13 Surprising Ways Reading Transforms Your Mind: From Boosting IQ to Beating Dementia (P)

Why picking up a book might just be one of the best things you can do for your mind, body and soul.

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Reading does far more than just entertain or inform.

Research has uncovered a wealth of surprising benefits linked to regular reading—benefits that extend beyond the pages of a novel.

This article explores 13 studies that show why picking up a book might just be one of the best things you can do for your mind, body and soul.

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12 Simple Changes That Could Save You From Depression, Stroke & Dementia (P)

Twelve lifestyle changes that can reduce your risk of depression, stroke and dementia by almost one-third.

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There are 12 modifiable lifestyle factors that protect against depression, stroke and dementia, a study of over 350,000 people finds.

They are split into physical risk factors, lifestyle elements and social/emotional components.

Making changes in these areas could reduce the risk of late-life depression, stroke and dementia by around one-third, or more.

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Exercise: 12 Proven Ways To Get Moving & Stay Motivated (P)

Ever wondered why some people stay motivated to work out while others struggle? These psychology-backed tips might just hold the key.

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Finding the motivation to exercise consistently can feel like a battle, even for the most determined.

This article reveals 12 psychology-backed strategies that can help you stay motivated to exercise, even when you don’t feel like it.

Whether you’re struggling to get started or finding it hard to keep going, these tips will help you tap into the mental tricks that make all the difference.

From choosing the right type of exercise and working out with similar others to using the power of imagination and the buddy system, these insights will transform the way you approach fitness.

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12 Studies Reveal The Life-Changing Habits That Crush Anxiety (P)

Anxiety disorders, which are twice as common in women as men, may affect as many as 10 percent of the world’s population.

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Up to 10 percent of people around the world are affected by anxiety disorders.

Anxiety can feel like an insurmountable mountain, looming over every aspect of your life.

In the quest for mental well-being, researchers have uncovered a variety of techniques that can significantly reduce anxiety.

From small daily habits to life-altering practices, these methods are not just theoretical—they're proven to work.

This article compiles 12 powerful, research-backed ways to help you reclaim your calm and live with more confidence.

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Beat Insomnia: 11 Unusual Sleep Tips Backed By Psychological Research (P)

Avoiding caffeine makes little difference to sleep — but here are 11 things that do actually work.

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Struggling to get a good night's sleep?

With 30 percent of adults reporting short-term sleep issues, you’re not alone.

In surveys of what would improve people’s lives, a good night's sleep comes near the top of the list.

Poor sleep results in worse cognitive performance, including degraded memory, attention, performance and alertness.

So, here are 11 proven tips that will transform your sleep and leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

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Weight Loss: The 16 Best Psychological Techniques (P)

Discover the best psychological techniques for making weight loss a sustainable and positive experience.

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Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is often viewed as a simple matter of diet and exercise.

However, psychology is just as crucial, if not more so, in achieving and maintaining weight loss

This collection of studies explores the mental and emotional aspects of weight management, offering insights and strategies to help individuals navigate their weight loss journeys more effectively.

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How Psychopaths Deceive And Dominate: 12 Essential Psychology Studies (P)

Forget Hollywood portrayals of cunning masterminds – psychopaths on average are not that smart, although they can be surprisingly subtle, especially when female.

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Forget Hollywood portrayals of cunning masterminds – psychopaths on average are not that smart, although they can be surprisingly subtle, especially when female.

Still, their willingness to lie and manipulate in pursuit of rewards can be chilling.

This article reveals 12 psychology studies on psychopathy, exploring their personality characteristics, the dark secrets they hide and why some psychopaths can be relatively 'successful'.

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