People with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome May Have an “Exhausted” Immune System
A long-awaited study of people with ME/CFS revealed differences in their immune and nervous system. The findings may offer clues about long COVID
How to Close the ‘Orgasm Gap’ for Heterosexual Couples
Researchers once faced death threats for asking women what gives them pleasure. Now they’re helping individuals and couples figure it out themselves.
Virtual Bar Scenes Are a New Tool to Study Why People Commit Crimes in the Heat of the Moment
Virtual-reality could assist researchers in decoding how emotions spur a decision to commit a crime
Anger Can Help You Meet Your Goals
This emotion can push people to overcome obstacles, though results are best when people keep their long-term aims in mind
Dominatrices Are Showing People How to Have Rough Sex Safely
Research shows rough sex is becoming more common. Dominatrices are helping the general public catch up.
Farmers in Crisis, Long Overlooked, Are Finally Getting Mental Health Support
Amid a mounting mental health crisis among farmers, experts are working to make help more accessible
How to Explore Your Sexuality, according to Science
Some researchers say that the standard definition of sexual orientation is incomplete—and offer a tool for expanding it.
Valentine’s Day Got You Blue? There’s an Upside
Unpleasant emotions like sadness and anger can feel overwhelming, but recent research suggests they can trigger behaviors that lead to something better
Jeopardy! Winner Reveals Entwined Memory Systems Make a Trivia Champion
A former Jeopardy! winner led a new study that probes how linked memory systems may give trivia buffs an edge in their game
You Can’t Fix Burnout with Self-Care
Individual interventions for burnout don’t work. Researchers explain why.
Aggression Disorders Are Serious, Stigmatized and Treatable
Researchers have a clearer picture than ever before of how common conditions that involve aggressive behavior emerge and how treatment can help
‘Gas Station Heroin’ Is a Dangerous and Often Contaminated Supplement
Tianeptine, an addictive drug at high doses, is being sold as a dietary supplement in gas stations and convenient stores. But such products could be contaminated with metals, microorganisms or other undisclosed drugs