New research published in the journal Sleep Medicine has shown that longer sleep duration is associated with better mood, more motivation, and less sleepiness. Additionally, greater sleep variability ...

Self-reported sleepiness relates to poorer performance in tasks requiring vigilance, such as driving and has also been associated with reduced motivation to engage in social or physical activities.

The connection between what we eat and how we feel extends far beyond physical energy levels. Our growing understanding of the gut-brain axis reveals how dietary choices directly influence ...

Most people think of nutrition in terms of physical health. We often hear about food choices in relation to weight management ...

Some supplements and natural ingredients, including probiotics and curcumin, may help improve your dopamine levels and mood. Dopamine is a chemical in your brain that plays a role in the regulation of ...

Have you ever wondered why you feel a rush of satisfaction after checking off a to-do list item or savoring a delicious meal? That’s dopamine at work—one of the most important neurotransmitters in ...

You know that inexplicable grumpiness that hits you mid-morning, making you snap at coworkers and feel like the world is conspiring against you? Before you blame it on Monday blues or lack of sleep, ...

Hidden deep within your brain lies a small but mighty structure that wields enormous influence over your mood, motivation, and mental health. Meet the habenula—a pea-sized pair of nuclei that acts as ...

Destinations that offer sunshine, walkability, green spaces, good cuisine and clean air can boost dopamine levels. Many of the destinations that ranked high in dopamine are located along a coast or ...

Human emotions are among the most fascinating aspects of our psychology. One moment, we might feel energized and joyful, and the next, inexplicably irritable or sad. These emotional shifts commonly ...

Raj Shamani, through his LinkedIn post, has shared his thoughts on how mood dictates one’s actions and emphasized that ...