Posts by Taylor Bennett:

Many people argue about whether cats or dogs are the “better” pet—and a large part of the argument has to do with their intelligence. While the majority seem to claim that cats are more intelligent, recent…

Overcoming fear relies on an unusual change in DNA. One day, DNA therapy could help to cure disorders like social anxiety or PTSD. University of Queensland researchers taught mice to fear and then unfear a…

Diets high in fruits and vegetables and low in meat improve brain functions. A study from the American Academy of Neurology says your diet affects your brain’s mental and cognitive abilities. Researchers found that eating…

In addition to providing love, support, and companionship, dogs are beneficial to our health and overall wellbeing. When we pet a dog, we form a bond and release the hormone oxytocin, which helps to relieve us…

Spending time in a city park can make you happier. This, according to a University Alabama study that examined the emotional impact of visiting parks in urban areas.  Read: Life Coaching 101 Researchers found that…

No need to feel guilty about napping. A study from the American College of Cardiology says midday napping can lower your blood pressure. Researchers analyzed 212 people with an average age of 62 years old….

Autism comes with learning and social difficulties—often, these individuals have difficulty focusing and struggle to connect or interact meaningfully with others. While many are aware of the struggles that these individuals face, the obstacles that are…

Autism is defined as a neurological and developmental disorder that hinders one’s communicative and social abilities. Depression, however, is a mood disorder, characterized by severe sadness and a lack of interest in everyday activities; and anxiety…

Some people aren’t capable of identifying when they’ve had enough to drink. Consequently, they drink way too much. A UC Santa Barbara study found a brain mechanism that senses the negative effects of alcohol, like…

Autism spectrum disorder is defined as a neurological and developmental disorder that begins in childhood and affects the individual for the duration of his or her life. This disorder can have damaging effects on one’s life from hindering social…

Watching too much TV can impair preschoolers’ development.Read: Back to Basics, Child Therapy University of Montreal researchers say spending many hours in front of the TV is harmful during this critical stage of development. It…

Our body clock is what controls when we’re most alert, and when we’re most tired. Research has found that we can control our body clocks and level of alertness by working out at specific times…