Wellbeing

Do you just need to be more interesting? A psychologist explains how to make people listen to what you have to say

Red-light therapy is a firmly established internet trend. But this time, there’s actually something to it

Struggling to make that next step? Psychology tells us how to break through that pesky plateau

From vaccine fears to miracle cures, here’s what decades of scientific research actually reveal about the condition

Human disconnection has turned out to be far more complex – and far more treatable – than anyone expected

It’s not about how much fruit and veg you eat – but whether or not they contain a specific micronutrient

Will you remember this article accurately?

Optimism trumps mindfulness when things get tough, says the science.

Losing your hair can feel like losing part of your identity – here's how to cope with it

Can’t stop dilly-dallying over your to-do list? Psychologists say the culprit isn’t sloth, but stress. And the fix may be surprisingly simple

They leave their bodies, witness a bright light and return forever changed. But do survivors of near-death experiences truly glimpse into the great beyond? New research into the brain's final moments could decode these visions at life's edge.

From spending less time on your phone to getting outdoors more often, now is the time to try forming a new good habit

A billion of us are regularly gasping for breath at night… and, despite how noisy that can be, most of us don’t even realise

There is more than one way to be unfaithful to your partner

Research shows that garlic affects your lipid health as well as your taste buds. But how you take it plays a big role in how well it works

When everything feels... well, ‘meh’, there’s complex chemistry at play in your brain

From heart health to sustainability, beans are the unsung heroes of a balanced diet

Forget the obvious red flags. Researchers have found the real warning signs hiding in everyday relationship habits

We may soon be able to delete bad memories for ever. But forgetting comes at a cost

Stroboscopic light therapy started in the lab, detoured through wellness culture, and arrived somewhere genuinely interesting

Your face has fault lines – and every night you spend lying on them, you're making them worse

The long-blurred line between sociopathy and psychopathy is being redrawn – and it could change how the warning signs are spotted

An after-meal stroll doesn't just let you release your toots in peace. It could also have wide-ranging benefits for your health

While cold substances have been used to treat skin problems for centuries, you should think twice about using an ice roller