Wellbeing
Is artificial intelligence giving us false memories?
It's only a problem that could get worse
Here’s what your social life could say about your dementia risk
Could early Alzheimer’s make you more social? A new study of 500,000 people suggests so
This year’s most powerful scientific experiments, in 14 images
The annual Wellcome Trust image award shortlist showcases the most powerful images of global health challenges
How to protect your memory in middle age, according to a study of 10,000 people
A study on more than 10,000 adults found links between outlook on life and memory in middle age
Feeling just 'meh' about life? It could be anhedonia – here's how to reverse it
When everything feels... well, 'meh', there's complex chemistry at play in your brain
Here’s what could happen to your teeth if fluoride disappears from drinking water
Dental experts are sounding the alarm about removing fluoride from drinking water, but how much of an impact will the ban actually have?
We’re replacing babies with dogs. And it could be making us happier
While fertility rates in the developed world are falling, more and more of us are choosing to parent pooches
4 simple ways to overcome imposter syndrome, explained by psychologists
Ever feel like you’re an impostor? You’re not alone. Even the world’s most brilliant minds suffer from the fear of being ‘found out’.
What is it like to die? The reassuring science of near-death experiences
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.
Here's what 'porn addiction' actually is (and how to manage it)
While a source of shame for some, there’s little hard evidence that X-rated sites are harmful or even addictive to regular users.
Mindfulness doesn't work on you? Try this instead
Optimism trumps mindfulness when things get tough, says the science.
How to permanently change your relationship with alcohol in 30 days
How much good can ditching drink for a month really do? Answer: A whole lot
17 simple ways to lower your risk of stroke, dementia and depression all at once
Think of this like a menu for a long, healthy and happy life
How to be more attractive: 6 surprising lessons from science
From rollercoasters to butternut squash, there are plenty of ways to become more alluring
How much weight fluctuation is normal?
And how to do it right
Here’s what makes some people easier to gaslight, according to a neuroscientist
Everything we believe about the world can be manipulated, says a hypnosis expert
This is what your memory says about your creativity
A details-oriented memory could signal a more creative mind
Here’s what actually makes a difference for women going through perimenopause
Both hormonal and natural treatments can be used to treat disruptive perimenopause symptoms. But which ones are right for you?
Narcissism shows differently in men and women. Here’s how to spot it
Not every narcissist is a Patrick Bateman waiting in the wings
Why it’s time to rethink what happiness really means
Explaining exactly what's going on in our brains when we experience joy or pleasure remains frustratingly out of reach
Here’s the truth about your ‘digital dementia’ risk
New analysis shows that technology might provide cognitive benefits, despite bad press
When does a runner's high kick in?
Running feels like a drug – here’s the molecule that explains why
Why do I find it so difficult to switch between tasks?
Why are we so bad at multitasking? A neuroscientist explains.
Why does drinking alcohol make it so much harder to lose weight?
Downing drinks can trick your body into prioritising alcohol processing, temporarily pausing fat burning