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A new peer-reviewed study of working adults suggests that brief, technology-enabled coaching sessions delivered through an employer mental health platform can significantly reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety while improving core emotional skills linked to long-term resilience. Key findings from the research The analysis, published in Administration and Policy in Mental Health and Mental Health […]
Dollar Tree aisles are seeing heavier foot traffic this week as budget-minded shoppers race to secure a fresh lineup of household goods, seasonal décor and crafting supplies. Influencers active on Instagram and TikTok have spotlighted 11 items—most costing the chain’s standard $1.25—that are disappearing from store shelves only days after arrival. The wave of interest […]
Social scientists are turning their attention to an everyday relationship that carries extraordinary weight: friendship. A growing body of research explores what people expect from friends, how those expectations shape social bonds and how new insights might inform efforts to combat what public health officials describe as a nationwide loneliness epidemic. Health benefits underscore the […]
A nationwide analysis of social media data suggests that major roadways built to expedite travel may be undermining face-to-face relationships in the communities they traverse. Researchers reporting in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences examined the social networks of roughly one million users of the platform X—formerly Twitter—living in the 50 largest […]
Independent, peer-reviewed research published on 17 December 2025 in The Gerontologist concludes that the demographic evidence supporting exceptional longevity in the so-called “blue zones” is accurate and scientifically sound. The paper, titled The Validity of Blue Zones Demography: A Response to Critiques, was written by Steven N. Austad, PhD, scientific director at the American Federation […]
Social isolation carries a 30 percent higher risk of premature death, a threat comparable to cigarette smoking and more severe than obesity or physical inactivity. Yet clinical checkups rarely include questions about friendship networks or time spent with loved ones. Seeking to close that gap, an international consortium of more than 100 researchers has released the […]
More than half of U.S. adults aged 50 and older share their homes with an animal, and a growing body of research indicates that this companionship can deliver measurable physical, mental and emotional benefits. Recent studies suggest that owning a dog, cat or even a small pet such as a bird or fish may help […]
An expanding network of urban farms, community gardens and foraging initiatives in New York and several Scottish cities is demonstrating how locally grown produce can address two persistent urban challenges: food insecurity and social isolation. Projects led largely by women are turning vacant lots into productive green spaces, delivering substantial quantities of fresh food to […]
When pastry chef Kristina Alving and partner Samuel Wiese launched Fika, a Scandinavian-inspired bakery in Saco, Maine, in 2023, the pair set out to showcase more than cinnamon buns and cardamom knots. They wanted local residents to experience fika—a Swedish ritual that encourages stepping away from work for coffee, a light snack and unhurried conversation. […]
Rising screen time—now estimated at more than seven hours per day for the average adult—continues to coincide with higher levels of stress and social isolation. Seeking an antidote, many consumers are turning toward items that foster calm, encourage real-world interaction and support brief pauses during busy schedules. Drawing inspiration from so-called “blue zones,” regions known […]
Blue Zones, the lifestyle brand known for studying communities with exceptionally long life expectancies, has released its roundup of the most viewed and prepared recipes of 2025. The collection highlights plant-forward dishes such as Sardinia Minestrone, Ikarian Stew, and Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowls, emphasizing ingredients traditionally associated with health and longevity. All recipes were published […]