Ever stopped to think about how bullying can lead teens to spend too much time online? It might seem surprising, but anxiety is a key piece of this puzzle. When kids face bullying, they often feel anxious and stressed. This anxiety can then push them to seek comfort online, which can eventually beco
Sleep problems are a big deal among teens in Nepal's Bagmati Province. A recent study found that nearly a quarter of students grades 9 and 10 struggle with insomnia. This isn't just about losing sleep; it's linked to serious issues like suicidal thoughts and risky behaviors. Researchers wanted to kn
Do you know what drives people to constantly check their social media? Scientists are digging into this question. They wanted to find out what makes someone glued to their phone's apps, a condition known as social media addiction (SMA). They looked at several factors like having dark personality tra
Suicide is a serious problem among adolescents worldwide, and researchers are looking into why some teens might be more at risk than others. One factor that's been getting a lot of attention is internet addiction. Up until now, not many studies have really delved into how much excessive internet use
Gooning, the practice of watching porn and delaying climax for hours or days, is a growing trend. While some people enjoy the psychological effects, experts warn about its potential downsides. Dr. Richard Viney explains that this habit can desensitize individuals to real sexual encounters, increasin
Sports betting has taken the world by storm, but at what cost? Since the Supreme Court legalized sports gambling in 2018, it has spread like wildfire across the U. S. Ads from betting platforms like BetMGM and DraftKings are everywhere, tempting us with free money for our first bet. During sports ev
Ever wondered why some people can’t put their smartphones down? A study from Turkey has some answers. It looked at university students to see how smartphone addiction might be linked to our feelings of happiness and whether the fear of missing out (FoMO) plays a role. The study was done with 656 st
Is mobile phone addiction affecting boys and girls differently? Many studies have shown that being addicted to your phone can lead to depression. But how does this addiction impact different types of users, and does gender play a role? A recent study looked into this. They found that the type of mob
Ever pondered how anesthesia actually works? It's not all about the medication. Scientists are diving into the brain's role, especially a tiny yet mighty region called the ventral tegmental area (VTA). This part of the brain deals with rewards and motivation, but surprisingly, it also plays a part i
Did you know that college students who exercise more tend to sleep better? But the story doesn't end there. Other factors, like self-control and mobile phone addiction, play a big role too. Let's break it down. In a study conducted in China, researchers looked into how these factors are interconnec
