Social Media Detox Myth: New Study Finds No Mental Health Benefits from Digital Breaks
A groundbreaking meta-analysis of over 4,600 participants reveals that temporary social media breaks do not improve mental wellbeing or life satisfaction. The Belgian research challenges popular 'digital detox' claims, suggesting more nuanced approaches to healthy social media use may be needed.
Age Impacts How Children with Social Anxiety Process Mistakes, Study Finds
New research reveals younger children with social anxiety struggle more to refocus after making mistakes compared to older children with the same condition. The study of 214 children shows this deficit diminishes around ages 11-13, suggesting developmental changes help overcome initial processing challenges.
Children's Body Image Perceptions Form Earlier Than Previously Thought
Research from Durham University reveals that children as young as seven begin developing lasting perceptions about body image through visual exposure. The groundbreaking study examining over 200 participants has launched a £2 million initiative to address body image concerns globally.
Primary School Children Show Superior Ability in Understanding Cause and Effect
A groundbreaking study reveals that primary school children outperform both younger and older age groups in associative learning abilities. The research challenges previous assumptions and provides valuable insights into age-specific learning patterns that could inform educational approaches.
Screen Time and Mental Health: New Study Reveals Hidden Risks for Teens
Research shows teenagers spending over three hours daily on sedentary activities face increased psychological distress risks, with video gaming and excessive leisure reading as key concerns. The groundbreaking study tracked 3,675 adolescents, revealing nuanced impacts of different types of screen time on mental wellbeing.
Screen Time in Early Years Linked to Teen Mental Health Crisis
An eight-year Finnish study reveals troubling connections between childhood screen time and adolescent psychological issues. Research shows children with higher device usage face increased rates of depression and stress as teenagers, highlighting the need for balanced digital environments.
Digital Detox Experiment Reveals Dramatic Mental Health and Cognitive Benefits
A groundbreaking study shows that taking a two-week break from mobile internet access led to improved mental well-being and cognitive function in 91% of participants. The research suggests humans are not adapted to constant connectivity, with benefits including better sleep, stronger social connections, and attention span improvements.
The Science Behind Why Podcast Hosts Feel Like Close Friends
New research reveals how podcast listeners develop deep emotional bonds with hosts through perceived authenticity and relatability. The study identifies seven key characteristics that make hosts seem genuine, from their ordinariness to personal confessions.
Breaking the 21-Day Habit Myth: New Research Shows Habits Take Months to Form
University of South Australia research debunks the popular belief that habits form in just 21 days, revealing it actually takes between 59-66 days on average, and up to 335 days for full establishment. The groundbreaking study provides evidence-based guidance for developing sustainable lifestyle changes through consistent practice.
Hidden ADHD: How Excessive Daydreaming Delays Adult Diagnosis
New research reveals that maladaptive daydreaming could mask symptoms of ADHD in adults, leading to delayed diagnosis. The study found that adults diagnosed later in life exhibited higher levels of compulsive fantasizing that interfered with recognizing underlying attention deficit symptoms.