<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[RSS Feed]]></title><description><![CDATA[RSS Feed]]></description><link>https://ecency.com</link><image><url>https://ecency.com/logo512.png</url><title>RSS Feed</title><link>https://ecency.com</link></image><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 11:53:54 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://ecency.com/activities/hive-172582/rss.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Post-menopausal ovaries may not be “switched off” after all, new research]]></title><description><![CDATA[Image Credit: Medicine.net This is indeed an interesting discovery regarding females' ovaries. Generally, we consider the ovaries as being associated mainly with reproduction and hormones. Yet new research]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/post-menopausal-ovaries-may-not</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/post-menopausal-ovaries-may-not</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[theworldaroundme]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:46:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/p/4PYjjVwJ1UdtK8eF6rs5argWKHu1x4LBcBoVpjFbVASYLLtum1e4m5j97MLNB46h1JJdE7JRmGhCEeEwu7ixDjVni61fzGYnejJVsXDD4cn?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beyond the "Happy Chemical": New study using simultaneous fPET/fMRI reveals serotonin dynamically switches roles between anticipating rewards and evaluating outcomes.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serotonin-producing neurons are mainly located in the brainstem. From there, they send axons all over the brain and spinal cord, reaching the hypothalamus, hippocampus, cerebral cortex, cerebellum, and]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/beyond-the-happy-chemical-new</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/beyond-the-happy-chemical-new</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[theworldaroundme]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:23:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/p/4PYjjVwJ1UdtK8eF6rs5argWKHu1x4LBcBUPboJvMvsJpcm7sVEtDktRns4ReHbNwfdJMHg2zbpLoD7SQsS12546SN7636pyJV4yDkAqUWS?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Studies confirm it: Women are being medically gaslit and dismissed far too often,  has this happened to you?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Image Credit: Novanth Health I have heard stories of women being dismissed or not taken seriously when dealing with healthcare and thought they were just individual instances. However, new studies show]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/studies-confirm-it-women-are</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/studies-confirm-it-women-are</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[theworldaroundme]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:32:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/p/D5zH9SyxCKdAAv94v56DQ6dkaQg3ckV2sbYZCGfiWCaBfbCZJ2YV7zkQuAtJudnhuZneXWqfxLo1z9uckKeL2MsxAq5EGXeXvnPsrVRDBMfnGWWD8cPT34Wr3gvsEN2ANiMD1g?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brain Imaging Study Suggests That Shifting Racial self identity Can Reduce Racial Ingroup Bias in Empathy and Increase Helping Behaviour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Overview of the four-stage mask training procedure (MTP) using White facial images (A). Panel B presents racial identification scores for the test and control groups in Experiment 1. Means (blue/red) with]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/brain-imaging-study-suggests-that</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/brain-imaging-study-suggests-that</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[theworldaroundme]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 23:29:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/p/4PYjjVwJ1UdtK8eF6rs5argWKHu1x4LBcBsoyGoD4qYaysj39zrBXduaH1atEh9iqt9tL6X1w3SUocfKTFsM8NEBG2hVkRjFn9SbUqJDBnW?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Altered Brain Network Dynamics in Major Depressive Disorder: Distinguishing State and Trait Characteristics]]></title><description><![CDATA[A surprisingly simple computational model demonstrating how neurons self-organise and form connections. Image Credit: The University of Chicago MDD (Major Depressive Disorder) is a common mental illness]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/how-brain-networks-change-in</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/how-brain-networks-change-in</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[theworldaroundme]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:04:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/DQmbyZiiAQ4Akz5Kdc4rXWbf2QcsAH8Q8NXbCUt1wKFbvFK/istock_1410795105.jpg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early Childhood Adversity, Including Abuse, Neglect, and Dysfunctional Households, Is Linked to Adult Problem Drinking, Especially When Emotional Support Is Low]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adults with high childhood adversity are more likely to engage in problem drinking. Image Credit: The columns Many people turn to alcohol as a way to alleviate stress. Research in child development shows]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/early-childhood-adversity-including-abuse</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/early-childhood-adversity-including-abuse</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[theworldaroundme]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 22:55:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/DQmdZvdNSh1AZQQPsS9KtdRrK7u5cawMnZizoTJzSKKp233/image.png" length="0" type="image/png"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harsh Maternal Discipline Linked to Higher Anxiety and Depression in Adolescent Girls]]></title><description><![CDATA[A slap may teach obedience, but it can harm a girl’s emotional well-being long-term. Image Credit: Sahm I recently saw several studies that indicated there is a higher prevalence of depression among girls]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/harsh-maternal-discipline-increases-anxiety</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/harsh-maternal-discipline-increases-anxiety</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[theworldaroundme]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:02:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/DQmX78s7HF4Xd7UpXA2LEpKXpuuBh9brKkQyK1fmtUYuLK9/82871178_1.webp" length="0" type="image/webp"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Higher animal protein intake is associated with lower levels of depression and anxiety, study finds.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Image Credit: News Medical Life Science I have experienced firsthand how my diet affects my mood. In recent experiments with a high-protein diet that included eggs, dairy and meat helped me feel better,]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/higher-animal-protein-intake-is</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/higher-animal-protein-intake-is</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[theworldaroundme]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 01:15:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/DQmYefvKQRQP5F2jqtsZbLhBNjpy5ds3duu84veL9sMSZZL/image.png" length="0" type="image/png"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Hidden Face of Psychopathy: Why Women Are Often Missed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The piercing, unreadable gaze often associated with subtle psychopathic traits in women, where emotional detachment and calculated observation hide beneath a calm exterior. Image Credit: Pixabay Up until]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/the-hidden-face-of-psychopathy</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/the-hidden-face-of-psychopathy</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[theworldaroundme]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 22:22:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/DQmW1i2BGcLpYdLBFC8tuR6S8wh8ZoyB9KoHTFYRoMu9Esm/rousse_3516213_1280.jpg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mapping the genetic landscape across 14 psychiatric disorders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Figure 1. Shared genetic risk across 14 psychiatric disorders. This diagram illustrates the five major genetic factors identified in the study: Compulsive Disorders, Schizophrenia-Bipolar Disorders,]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/mapping-the-genetic-landscape-across</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/mapping-the-genetic-landscape-across</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[theworldaroundme]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 19:11:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/DQmPMB11uA8wZieHgb79rdiatdLmJZj6nvdrUzwsVrp9Gdx/41586_2025_9820_fig1_html.webp" length="0" type="image/webp"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Last Sparks of the Brain: Gamma Surges in Dying Patients - A Possible Neural Basis for Near-Death Experiences?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Illustration by Hyunock Nam, NIH When caring for patients on life support and in a comatose state, I would often question the types of thoughts they could be having. Were they able to hear me? Sense my]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/the-last-sparks-of-the</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/the-last-sparks-of-the</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[theworldaroundme]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 23:26:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/DQmP2jFADTFL8a8ixZHvia8zr6C3oDfCfxT1CLjYdZzJRss/image.png" length="0" type="image/png"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Evidence suggests men may rely more heavily on romantic relationships and experience more severe consequences following breakups]]></title><description><![CDATA[Men often experience intense loneliness and stress after a breakup, highlighting the need for emotional support Image: freepik Breaking up with someone you love can be difficult to do, and new evidence]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/evidence-suggests-men-may-rely</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/evidence-suggests-men-may-rely</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[theworldaroundme]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 20:05:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/DQmZJJpByDisxEbTKLRm4ibLAXmHTbM4jgdRRMnukQSWc3r/image.png" length="0" type="image/png"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men and Women Experience Rejection Differently: Men Struggle When Rejected, Women Struggle When Rejecting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rejection can take place in many domains of life in society, work and romantic relationships. How a person reacts to that experience can influence their mood, behaviour and even their attitudes towards]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/men-and-women-experience-rejection</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@theworldaroundme/men-and-women-experience-rejection</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[theworldaroundme]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:18:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/DQmeSPmF6C48YQ2SZ7GRH2faHubrSYzK5KWuc8KE5VEjY1h/image.png" length="0" type="image/png"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[[OC] Estimated Global Deaths Linked to Major Harmful Habits]]></title><description><![CDATA[[OC] Excel HabitEstimated Annual Deaths (Latest)Notes / SourcesUnhealthy Diet** 8 million**Based on WHO’s 2024 “Comprehensive Overview” report.Tobacco / Smoking Exposure** 7.36 million**From GBD 2023 analysis]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@kur8/oc-estimated-global-deaths-linked</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@kur8/oc-estimated-global-deaths-linked</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[kur8]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 13:35:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/DQmWgqPBbtfv8oMaQNyCzhmpqzMYqRBJprK1LfgLj5v155y/picture3.png" length="0" type="image/png"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Childhood Trauma Leaves Lasting Marks on the Brain and DNA, New Research Reveals How Abuse Can Physically Alter Brain Structure Through  Epigenetic Changes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over 1 in 3 children worldwide experiences abuse or neglect, which has a long-term effect that can ripple through their lives (WHO, 2020). New research showed how its impact goes beyond mental health;]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@kur8/childhood-trauma-leaves-lasting-marks</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@kur8/childhood-trauma-leaves-lasting-marks</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[kur8]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 19:38:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/DQme1cNDGrc5eLiq1Sx5w4EyeUtjZsxxXmpxt2QsYXPzbBM/39da6382_59b4_48b0_85e6_8480e0d64fb8.jpg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Hidden X: How Women’s Second X Chromosome May Protect Their Brains]]></title><description><![CDATA[Women may have a hidden advantage when it comes to keeping their brains healthy. Unlike men, who have only one X chromosome, women have two. For a long time, scientists thought that one of these X chromosomes,]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@kur8/the-hidden-x-how-women</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@kur8/the-hidden-x-how-women</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[kur8]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 22:24:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/DQmfNSSfT1Brsv5smiCm5Pa5ohSUQimxcvRUrt2w74fqbFZ/57259d55_0baf_4744_b3ba_b519413c5280.png" length="0" type="image/png"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Non-Psychoactive Nano-CBD Provides Rapid Relief for Nerve Pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Source: Cell Symposia A recent study suggests that a specially designed form of cannabidiol (CBD), called CBD‑IN, may help people manage nerve pain more quickly. Millions of individuals experience chronic]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@kur8/non-psychoactive-nano-cbd-provides</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@kur8/non-psychoactive-nano-cbd-provides</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[kur8]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 01:28:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/DQmYwEAgm4yb1rsFSKT6agP8wUasWE7yLoyBeedUGUTDo9x/image.png" length="0" type="image/png"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding the link between gut bacteria and depression creates promising new opportunities to support mental health.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gut bacteria can affect brain function by interacting with chemical messengers, stress-related hormones, and immune responses, which together influence brain regions involved in emotion and cognition.]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@kur8/understanding-the-link-between-gut</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@kur8/understanding-the-link-between-gut</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[kur8]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 02:54:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/DQmc3XcPqLVt3FuJMbs1UbLHnEzz66XzbSdpbZVzLkHLhjP/image.png" length="0" type="image/png"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rising Teen Depression: A Warning Sign for Society Under Strain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Teen depression is increasing in the United States, affecting both young people and the communities around them. About 13% of adolescents aged 12 and older reported feeling depressed between 2021 and 2023,]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@kur8/rising-teen-depression-a-warning</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@kur8/rising-teen-depression-a-warning</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[kur8]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:38:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/DQmf6wyku2LhoSmwqSzdRG366EU96xazrZ8bCKY2PpDTTUF/what_causes_depression_in_teens.jpg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Different Generations Respond to Toxic Workplaces: Gen Z Avoids Harm, Millennials Speak up, and Older Generations Put Up with the Problem.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Image Source: Commercial Integrators Younger generations seem to be changing how people think about work and are more aware of how they protect their mental health. Many young workers today refuse to stay]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@kur8/how-different-generations-respond-to</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@kur8/how-different-generations-respond-to</guid><category><![CDATA[hive-172582]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[kur8]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 12:07:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://i.ecency.com/DQmf1CAaHWhceePy58gsLEsPNBGqEsWnHyaTkyBDnYk3LYg/image-1763209514687.png" length="0" type="image/png"/></item></channel></rss>