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While prioritizing mental health is a good thing, buzzwords can sometimes give bad behavior an easy alibi. In a thread on r/AskReddit, redditors weigh in on the fine line between true personal wellness — like much-touted “self-care” — and plain old selfishness. Ditching commitments and acting poorly in public spaces are a couple ways commenters…

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It’s not always possible to prevent or delay dementia. But experts are learning more about certain risk factors that may increase a person’s chances of developing the condition. A new study published Aug. 5 in Neurology Open Access, found that three factors are linked to living many more years without dementia: having normal blood pressure,…

Our brains respond to emotional triggers and marketing techniques encouraging spontaneous purchases. Anticipating a purchase activates the brain’s reward system, releasing dopamine for pleasure. Emotions like stress and loneliness often drive spending more than logic. Scarcity and discounts create urgency, making products seem more valuable. Small habits can reduce impulse spending by allowing rational thought