by Nathan Driskell | Mar 16, 2026 | Autism, News
A new study published in Nature Mental Health reveals an important and often overlooked finding: elevated rates of suicidal thoughts and self-harm in older adults with autistic traits are not directly caused by autism itself. Instead, the increased risk is largely...
by Nathan Driskell | Mar 3, 2026 | Internet Addiction, News
Forensic psychologist Takanori Endo has raised concerns about the phenomenon he describes as “digital brainwashing,” particularly focusing on its impact on children and young people. In an article on Japan Today, Endo elaborates on how our engagement with...
by Nathan Driskell | Mar 2, 2026 | Internet Addiction, News
A recent study published in Addictive Behaviors Reports reveals a concerning link between problematic TikTok use, social anxiety, and daily cognitive errors. The research led by Yao Wang at the University of Macau, alongside colleagues from Germany and China,...
by Nathan Driskell | Mar 2, 2026 | Autism, News
Good dental hygiene is essential for everyone, but for families with children on the autism spectrum, the daily task of toothbrushing can be particularly challenging. A guide released by the University of Utah Health provides parents with expert-backed strategies to...
by Nathan Driskell | Feb 25, 2026 | Internet Addiction, News
Three weeks without a smartphone can have a more significant positive impact on mental health than two weeks of vacation, according to experts at a recent symposium titled “Mobile Addiction” held at the Sigmund Freud Private University in Vienna. The discussion, led...
