Imagine living with motor neuron disease (MND), where moving around becomes a challenge. For many, video games might seem like a dream that's suddenly out of reach. But these games can be more than just fun – they can be a lifeline for social connection and breaking the monotony of being homebound.
Depression and having multiple diseases at once are big problems all over the world. But we don't know much about how they relate to each other. This study looked at an interesting way to deal with this, using China's focus on good relations among people. They wanted to see how common these problems
Parenting is tough, right? Now, imagine doing it when you can't hear. Deaf parents face unique challenges, and traditional parenting programs aren't designed to help them. A recent study set out to change that by exploring how to make parenting programs more inclusive for deaf families. The goal? To
Could flashing lights while you sleep help fight dementia like Alzheimer's? Scientists are exploring this idea with a 40 Hz visual stimulation technique. This non-invasive method is being tested during different sleep stages. The goal? To see if it can boost brain activity and potentially slow down
People often talk about how digital mental health tools are helpful. But what really matters to those who use them? A recent study dug into that question, focusing on what users think about digital and traditional ways to manage depression. The researchers wanted to know more than just if these too
Imagine this: a planet, just like Earth, but orbiting a supermassive black hole instead of the Sun. Sounds far-fetched, right? Well, scientists are now saying it might be possible. They've discovered a pair of stars near Sagittarius A*, the black hole at the heart of the Milky Way. This discovery is
"Ever heard of the 'murder hornet'? This giant insect, known for its killer sting and ability to destroy a whole honey bee hive in hours, has been wiped out in the US. That's right, after first showing up in Washington state in 2019, scientists and locals have worked together to eradicate this invas
Imagine a real-life detective story unfolding in the Pacific Northwest, but with a twist – the main suspects were giant hornets, nicknamed "murder hornets. " These aren't your typical insects; they have a brutal habit of decimating entire bee colonies. The first hint of this invasion was piles of de
Imagine sticky substances found in nature, like those used by mussels to cling to rocks. Scientists are now creating similar materials called supramolecular adhesives. These aren't just any glues; they're inspired by proteins and nucleic acids from marine creatures and can be used in numerous ways.
Imagine you're an older adult living with asthma. How you deal with daily stress can greatly impact your health. Researchers have found that how people cope with problems can either ease or worsen their asthma symptoms. They looked at how depression affects this relationship and found that it's not
