Developmental Psychology News

• Do you lean optimistic or pessimistic?
  Take a quiz to see where you land on the spectrum, then learn ways to become more optimistic.
• Why spring cleaning makes you happy
  Cleaning releases feel-good chemicals like endorphins, which can increase energy and lift moods.
• GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy may help treat anxiety, depression
  Experts say the drugs’ effects on dopamine signaling and brain inflammation could account for the benefits.
• New autism group meets to counter MAHA's 'ideological agenda'
  An independent panel of autism experts meets to challenge the Trump administration's views on autism spectrum disorder.
• The gender gap in caregiver well-being is real. How to fix it
  Women are expected to do more than men in the caregiving relationship, experts say.
• Despite popular belief, many adults over 60 still desire intimacy
  Recent findings could help dispel misconceptions about sex and aging, as well as encourage an open discussion about sexual health with older adults.
• Toxic people in your life may have a hidden health impact
  Difficult family members and friends accelerate biological aging, research reveals.
• Sugary drinks linked to higher anxiety risk in certain age group
  Teens with higher consumption of sugary drinks had greater risk of anxiety disorder compared to those who drank less.
• Young women are struggling, too
  Women are in crisis, too, so why does everyone keep focusing on men?
• 5 ways to resist the urge to keep looking at your phone
  Find effective ways to resist that constant urge to keep picking up your phone.