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Background Social memory—the ability to recognize familiar individuals and distinguish them from strangers—is fundamental to social cognition. Deficits in social memory are hallmarks of multiple neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and Alzheimer’s disease (AD). In particular, these conditions often coexist with chronic sleep disorders. Although there is extensive evidence linking sleep disturbance to impaired social cognition, the underlying circuit-level and neurochemical mechanisms have remained largely unresolved. Research progress To address these challenges, the research team led by Prof. Haibo Xu and Prof. Linlin Bi at Wuhan University used a combination of high-resolution…
As he told you Marnie GoodfriendIt’s March Endometriosis Awareness Month.As a teenager, I knew my periods weren’t normal. I was in a lot of pain and bleeding with heavy tampons and super maxi pads, even though I changed them often. I asked other girls in my cheer group, “Is that time of the month really painful?” Some said they felt pain, but mine was so bad I would have to miss or leave school early. One day, someone said they saw blood on the back of my pants in front of everyone. I had no idea and was so embarrassed.I…
When people are looking best facial treatmentsthey usually want one thing: results they can see. Cleaner resources. Smoother texture. More elevated look. Skin that looks healthier in the daylight, not just right after a facial when everything is cool. The problem is that “best” is not universal. The best facial treatments are those that match your goal and your skin’s tolerance. If you book in the wrong class, you can spend a lot and still leave thinking, “It was nice, but nothing changed.” Here’s a simple way to choose facial treatments that really work based on what you want to…
Somewhere along the way, longevity stopped being about living well and started being perfect. What began as a prevention-based movement has turned into biohacking theater fueled by wearables, AI components and expensive gadgets that promise to help you cheat death and decay. But by outsourcing our wellness regimens and relying on cold, hard data about our literal lives, have we lost the plot of what longevity really looks like? Fortunately, a quiet shift is underway. It takes things back to the tried and true basics and brings wellness back to some long overdue perspective. Read on to see what a…
Basic Takeaways Physical activity, especially group exercise, can play a vital role as both a mood booster and a way to combat social isolation and loneliness. Here are some strategies to incorporate into your work with clients: Help them find the movement they love. Add a challenge that takes them out of their comfort zone. If a client is open to a group exercise experience, build a sense of community to improve both social support and responsibility. Build exercise empowerment by giving clients ownership of the experience. This blog offers an evidence-based approach to…
Wearable sensors may help identify people with multiple sclerosis (MS) who are more likely to have worsening disability and brain volume loss, according to a study published March 4, 2026, in Neurology®the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The study found that people with changes in their activity patterns were more likely to have worsening disability and loss of brain volume compared to people whose patterns did not change as much or at all. The study does not prove that changes in activity lead to MS progression. shows only a correlation. Wearable sensors measure how much light, moderate,…
If you want maximum results in minimum time, a 20 minute EMOM workout it may be just what your training routine needs. EMOM – short for “Every Minute On the Minute” – is one of the most effective and structured ways to build strength, burn fat and improve fitness without spending hours in the gym. Whether you train at home or in a commercial gym, EMOM workouts offer a powerful combination of intensity, simplicity and progression. In this complete guide, you’ll learn what the 20-minute EMOM workout is, why it works, how to structure it, and several workout variations you…
Drinking water for your skin may be the simplest beauty habit you overlook. You may be layering on serums, smoothing with rich creams, and searching for the perfect glow. But if your skin is still tight or looking dull and flaky, it could be calling for something more basic: water from within. Local products absolutely matter. Ingredients like beta-glucan, glycerin and ceramides help lock in moisture and protect your skin barrier. Quick overview: Ceramides are vital to keeping the skin barrier strong and work best when combined with glycerin, an ingredient that draws water from the air into the outer…
By Emen8, updated 6 days ago at Health / Sexual health Researchers in Australia have published results from the GoGoVax study, a clinical trial investigating whether a vaccine could help prevent gonorrhea in gay and bi+ men. The study found that 4CMenB — a vaccine already used to prevent meningococcal B — did not reduce gonorrhea infections among participants. Although this result is not what the researchers had hoped for, it provides important evidence to help guide future research on sexually transmitted infection (STD) prevention. Why was 4CMenB tested for gonorrhea? The 4CMenB vaccine is already used for prevention meningococcal…
If you’re torn between two Oliveda products or not sure which one is best, here are my top recommendations in each category and why! TIP: Almost everything at Olive tree it’s buy-one-get-one-free right now as they’re making room for new packs, so chances are you can get whatever you want for 50% off today! If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you know I’m obsessed Olive tree (aka Olive Tree People) and its anhydrous formulations that are fortified with antioxidants from olive leaves. People often ask me “should I get this or that?” So I thought it would…