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08/19/2025

Here’s how music can go a long way in helping you focus, recall memories and develop new neural connections in your brain.

08/18/2025

Brilliant!

The ambiguous nature of nutrition at the end of life is a dilemma that many dietitians and nutrition professionals face and has been reported to be a void in their learning.

This session aims to change the mindset and the confidence of dietitians who navigate these complex situations.

Join Kara Stromberg, MS, RD, LDN, CDCES, Jaylin Staunton, MS, RD, LDN, CNSC, and Dr. Dylan Sherry, MD, MA: sm.eatright.org/FNCE25endoflife

08/18/2025

08/18/2025

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08/18/2025

https://med.stanford.edu/news/insights/2025/08/sleep-mental-health-connection-what-science-says.html

Stanford Medicine researchers explain how sleep influences our moods and the ‘bidirectional’ nature of that relationship — plus how we can repair broken slumber to improve our mental health.

08/18/2025

08/18/2025

Friendship Chemistry: How Oxytocin Shapes Who We Bond With

Researchers have found that oxytocin is crucial in the early phases of friendship formation, helping individuals quickly recognize and bond with preferred peers.

Without oxytocin receptors, subjects took days instead of hours to form such connections and showed no preference for friends in mixed social settings.

They also demonstrated reduced motivation to spend time with friends, while still showing preference for romantic partners.

The lack of oxytocin signaling altered the brain’s oxytocin release patterns, diminishing social reward pathways.

The results indicate that oxytocin contributes to both social attachment and in-group preference, while influencing how individuals navigate interactions with strangers.

These insights could help guide treatments for disorders affecting social relationships.

08/18/2025

Highly Sensitive People Face Greater Mental Health Risks

Sensitivity has long been overlooked in mental health research, but new evidence shows it plays a crucial role in vulnerability and recovery.

By analyzing data from over 30 studies, researchers concluded that highly sensitive individuals face a higher likelihood of depression and anxiety.

However, this same trait also makes them more responsive to therapy and positive life experiences.

Around one-third of the population falls into the “highly sensitive” category, meaning these findings could have broad clinical importance.

Tailoring treatment to sensitivity levels may improve therapeutic outcomes and reduce relapse rates.

The study ultimately emphasizes that sensitivity should be recognized as a key factor in shaping mental health across the lifespan.

08/16/2025

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08/16/2025

🔥🔥🔥🔥 Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

🪩 Session Highlight 💃

🎤 Mark your calendars and join Yasi Ansari, MS, RDN, CSSD, Dr. Michael G. Wetter, PsyD, ABPP, FAACP, Dr. Leada Malek, PT, DPT, SCS!

🔗 Learn more: sm.eatright.org/FNCE25stage