If love is a battlefield, money is the strategic map.

Long-term marriages often juggle shifting roles, economic changes, and surprise curveballs (hello, 2008 recession!) that challenge how couples share financial responsibilities.

A fascinating new study published in Research in Social Stratification and Mobility peels back the curtain on financial dynamics in marriages, revealing that money matters are more egalitarian—and complex—than we might think.

Ah, the age-old question: What keeps the flames of love alive after you’ve finished binging The Crown for the fifth time and can predict your partner’s snores like clockwork?

It’s not just those steamy glances across the dinner table—it’s keeping things spicy in the bedroom. And when things cool off there, it’s not lack of desire but an unexpected culprit—sexual boredom—that might be the ultimate relationship buzzkill.

A groundbreaking study published in the Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy tackles this head-on.

Researchers examined how sexual boredom, that sneaky feeling of "same old, same old," mediates the relationship between sexual desire (for your partner or that hot guy you passed on the street) and relationship satisfaction.

Their findings? It’s not the wandering eye but rather boredom that’s the real homewrecker.

Parenting can feel like an endless game of whack-a-mole—just when you think you’ve got one challenge under control, another pops up.

But what if the secret weapon to managing the chaos isn’t stricter rules or a new parenting book, but... humor?

Yes, the humble dad joke, the playful impersonation, or even a well-timed giggle might just be your ticket to stronger bonds and a smoother parenting journey.

Parenting Meets Comedy: The Study That’s Changing the Game

Now that the holiday season has ended, and the credit cards bills start to arrive, let’s talk a little about shopping.

For some, it’s a delightful weekend pastime, a way to unwind and add a little sparkle to life.

For others, it’s a slippery slope into financial chaos and late-night existential crises over yet another online order of novelty socks.

If you’ve ever found yourself drowning in packages and wondering, Why am I like this?, science might have an answer: your executive functioning may be to blame.

A recent study published in Applied Neuropsychology: Adult found that compulsive shopping—aka shopping addiction—is closely tied to impaired executive functioning.

Simply put, those who can’t resist the siren call of “Add to Cart” might struggle with their brain’s ability to pump the brakes.

Let’s dive into what this means, why it happens, and how you can (maybe) stop buying another inflatable unicorn pool float you definitely don’t need.

What Is Compulsive Shopping?

What if the way we explore the world wasn’t just a quirk of personality, but a hidden strength lying quietly in the folds of our cognitive makeup?

A recent study published in PLOS Computational Biology has just given us one of those “mind blown” moments that makes you rethink what you thought you knew.

Researchers have uncovered an intriguing link between autistic traits and curiosity-driven behaviors, showing how persistence, predictability, and a thirst for learning can create extraordinary outcomes.

If you’re not already fascinated, hang tight — this is where science meets humanity in the most inspiring way possible.

On January 2, 2025, Amazon implemented a new return-to-office (RTO) policy requiring corporate employees to work in the office five days a week, replacing the previous three-day hybrid model.

While the policy aims to foster collaboration and innovation, it has sparked significant pushback.

For neurodiverse employees—particularly those on the autism spectrum—this mandate represents more than an inconvenience; it challenges the principles of workplace inclusivity and raises questions about civil rights.

Sugar dating.

On the surface, it’s a relationship dynamic where financial support and companionship intermingle in a way that feels almost too fitting for our age of hyper-materialism.

But peel back the layers, and sugar arrangements reveal deeper, more troubling questions about power, agency, and the commodification of intimacy.

Recent research published in The Journal of Sex Research provides a closer look at sugar dating’s realities.

While it attempts to explore the motivations and nuances of these arrangements, it inadvertently shines a light on the unsettling cultural forces that normalize them.

If you’ve been eyeing your toddler’s tablet time like it’s a ticking time bomb for their development, a new study has some reassuring news: early screen time doesn’t cause autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

The research, published in JAMA Pediatrics, initially hinted at a link between screen exposure and ASD but later found the real culprits to be lurking elsewhere—namely, socioeconomic factors.

Let’s dive into the details, sprinkle in some humor, and unpack what this means for families everywhere.

Autism and the Screen Time Panic: A Primer

Once upon a time, ADHD was seen as something affecting about 5–6% of kids, mostly the ones who couldn't sit still in class or remember to turn in their homework.

Fast forward to today, and the numbers are painting a different story.

The CDC estimates ADHD affects 11.4% of children, and in Sweden, 10.5% of boys and 6% of girls were diagnosed in 2022—a whopping 50% increase since 2019. Experts predict these numbers will keep climbing until they plateau around 15% for boys and 11% for girls.

So what’s going on? Is ADHD really spreading like pumpkin spice in autumn, or is something else at play?

Here are eight reasons ADHD diagnoses are skyrocketing—and they’re more interconnected than a messy ball of yarn.

Imagine this: Friedrich Nietzsche, the brooding 19th-century philosopher, is scrolling through Instagram.

He stumbles across a post that reads, “Rise and grind, kings. You have the same 24 hours as Beyoncé.”

Somewhere in the afterlife, Nietzsche flips his metaphorical table. “Is this what my philosophy has become?” he growls, his magnificent mustache quivering in existential despair.

Welcome to hustle culture, where every day is Monday, and sleep is for the weak.

Nietzsche might not have been a motivational speaker (although, honestly, I’d attend that TED Talk), but his ideas on the “will to power” have accidentally become a spiritual rallying cry for anyone with a coffee addiction and a dream.

Let’s unpack how the philosopher of life’s ultimate meaning might feel about your 5 a.m. cold plunges and LinkedIn flexes.

Parenting is one of life’s most profound experiences, but when a child is born with a genetic disorder, the journey can become unexpectedly complex.

Couples therapy tailored to the unique needs of parents raising children with genetic conditions provides essential support to help families thrive despite the challenges.

This post explores the emotional and relational impact on these parents and how science-based couples therapy can strengthen their connection.

22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome, also known as DiGeorge Syndrome or velocardiofacial syndrome, is a genetic condition that touches every aspect of life for those affected and their families.

Though it’s one of the most common chromosomal deletion syndromes, affecting about 1 in 4,000 live births, its complexities are often misunderstood or under-discussed.

In this post, we will explore the symptoms, causes, treatments, and emotional realities of living with this condition.

What is 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome?