Evidence-Based Living

Mindfulness

The Benefits of Deep Breathing and Why It Works

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on September 25, 2024

Researchers are answering the question: What’s going on in the body when we take slow, deep breaths?

Researchers are answering the question: What’s going on in the body when we take slow, deep breaths?

Sleep

For Better Sex, Get Your Sleep

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on September 17, 2024

A recent systematic review highlights the evidence surrounding one health problem related to poor sleep quality: sexual dysfunction.

A recent systematic review highlights the evidence surrounding one health problem related to poor sleep quality: sexual dysfunction.

Health

Pickleball Could Extend Your Life

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on September 4, 2024

While many players see pickleball as a fun way to increase their physical activity levels, research shows it likely has other benefits.

While many players see pickleball as a fun way to increase their physical activity levels, research shows it likely has other benefits.

Imposter Syndrome

The Gender Divide in Imposter Syndrome

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on August 23, 2024

A recent systematic review takes a careful look at the gender differences in experiencing impostor syndrome.

A recent systematic review takes a careful look at the gender differences in experiencing impostor syndrome.

Laughter

Why Laughter Is Such Good Medicine

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on August 15, 2024

Since the 1970s, medical experts have learned just how much laughter can improve overall well-being.

Since the 1970s, medical experts have learned just how much laughter can improve overall well-being.

Education

Recent Research Questions Summer Learning Loss

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on August 5, 2024

Recent research does not replicate earlier studies that show students backslide in reading and math over summer vacation.

Recent research does not replicate earlier studies that show students backslide in reading and math over summer vacation.

Neuroscience

What We Know About Coffee and Parkinson’s Disease

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on July 19, 2024

Scientists have identified a simple way to reduce the risk of developing Parkinson's disease: drinking coffee.

Scientists have identified a simple way to reduce the risk of developing Parkinson's disease: drinking coffee.

Identity

The Psychological Impacts of Donor Conception

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on July 11, 2024

This summer, researchers published the largest body of evidence to date on the psychological factors affecting people conceived through sperm and egg donation.

This summer, researchers published the largest body of evidence to date on the psychological factors affecting people conceived through sperm and egg donation.

Cognition

How High Temperatures Affect the Brain

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on July 1, 2024

Tests scores drop when the thermometer hits 90.

Tests scores drop when the thermometer hits 90.

Anger

The Best Ways to Manage Anger

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on June 17, 2024

A new meta-analysis identified the best techniques and activities for decreasing anger. Here's why reducing arousal is key.

A new meta-analysis identified the best techniques and activities for decreasing anger. Here's why reducing arousal is key.

Loneliness

Research Confirms That Loneliness Is Bad for Your Health

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on June 11, 2024

A new systematic review strengthens the evidence on the links between social isolation, loneliness, and heart disease.

A new systematic review strengthens the evidence on the links between social isolation, loneliness, and heart disease.

Cannabis

How Marijuana Legalization Is Affecting Use

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on May 31, 2024

Now that cannabis is more widely available, researchers are asking how legalization is affecting use.

Now that cannabis is more widely available, researchers are asking how legalization is affecting use.

Happiness

How to Cultivate a Sense of Purpose

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on May 17, 2024

New research asks some key questions about the value of purpose in our daily lives, and looks for an evidence-based way to cultivate purpose.

New research asks some key questions about the value of purpose in our daily lives, and looks for an evidence-based way to cultivate purpose.

Depression

What Exercises Help Fight Depression Best?

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on May 2, 2024

Movement gets positive results, but do people stick with it?

Movement gets positive results, but do people stick with it?

Health

Why Touch Can Improve Our Health in So Many Ways

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on April 24, 2024

Similar benefits whether from a friend, partner, or professional.

Similar benefits whether from a friend, partner, or professional.

Mild Cognitive Impairment

Is Mild Cognitive Impairment Severely Underdiagnosed?

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on April 15, 2024

A 2023 study sought to quantify exactly how many older adults have mild cognitive impairment, and how often the condition is diagnosed by a doctor.

A 2023 study sought to quantify exactly how many older adults have mild cognitive impairment, and how often the condition is diagnosed by a doctor.

ASMR

What We Really Know About ASMR

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on April 2, 2024

Watching videos that trigger ASMR can lead to positive responses throughout the body, including enhanced mood, relaxation, and even pain relief.

Watching videos that trigger ASMR can lead to positive responses throughout the body, including enhanced mood, relaxation, and even pain relief.

Sleep

Is Your Sleep Tracker Disrupting Your Sleep?

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on March 28, 2024

Researchers have discovered new trigger for insomnia: preoccupation with a sleep-tracking device.

Researchers have discovered new trigger for insomnia: preoccupation with a sleep-tracking device.

Sleep

Researchers Develop a Test for Extreme Fatigue

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on March 21, 2024

Researchers are working on developing a blood test to identify sleep deprivation, a step that could be a deterrent for risky behaviors while fatigued.

Researchers are working on developing a blood test to identify sleep deprivation, a step that could be a deterrent for risky behaviors while fatigued.

Diet

Could the Keto Diet Help Prevent Alzheimer's Disease?

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on March 18, 2024

Researchers are investigating the keto diet as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease.

Researchers are investigating the keto diet as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease.