The Belief That Cuts Dementia Risk In Half

The simple belief about old age that halves your dementia risk. Having a positive attitude towards ageing can half the risk of developing dementia, new research finds. People with the strongest genetic risk factor for depression — the ε4 variant of the APOE gene — were 49.8% less likely to develop the disease compared to those with a negative view of ageing. For those without the genetic risk factor, those with positive beliefs about ageing had a 43.6% lower chance of developing dementia. Professor Becca Levy, the study’s first author,

The Rise of Digital Peer Support Communities

The Rise of Digital Peer Support Communities When life feels overwhelming, it helps to talk to someone who understands. For many Minnesotans, that connection now happens online. Whether its through Reddit, Discord, or a Facebook group, digital peer support communities…

This Clothing Makes Getting Job Interview 5 Times More Likely

Women applied for 400 real jobs to test the effect of clothing in their profile picture. Women whose resumes include a picture of themselves in low-cut or revealing tops are five times more likely to be interviewed, new research finds. The five-year study had two women send out resumes for real accountancy and sales positions. Each applied for 200 roles using almost identical resumes. The only difference was that half the resumes included a picture of themselves conservatively dressed. For the other half they were wearing more revealing clothing. Here

Finding Calm in Climate Chaos: Eco-Anxiety & Nature Therapy in Minnesota

What is Eco-Anxiety and Why is it Growing Eco-anxiety refers to the chronic fear of environmental doom. It can manifest as worry, helplessness, guilt, or even physical symptoms like headaches or sleep disruptions. While not a clinical diagnosis, its a…