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Do you kiss your wife before going to work? It may make you live 4 years longer

Kissing has been shown to reduce stress levels by releasing oxytocin, often referred to as the 'bonding hormone', as per a doctor.

Men who kiss their wives goodbye before leaving for work tend to live longer than those who don't, as a study. (Freepik)
Published on Apr 04, 2025 02:45 PM IST

Why don't men catch any feelings after sex and women do? Neuroscientist explains

Men and women often have different expectations with casual sex, with men being effortlessly cool and staying only physical while women develop feelings.

It is frustrating as partners are often not on the same page when it comes to expectations after casual sex.(Pexels)
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 10:39 AM IST

Hugs boost mood, ease loneliness, reduce stress, explains mental health experts

On Hug Day today, we speak to mental health experts on how daily hugs have an exponential effect on a person's overall well-being 

Hugs can work wonders for people who are feeling down (unsplash)
Updated on Feb 12, 2025 11:39 AM IST
ByAbigail banerji

Ananya Panday says she loves crying: Here's why it's actually good to shed tears

Ananya Panday ‘loves’ to cry and share her crying pictures on social media. But are there any real health benefits to crying?

Ananya Panday revealed that she loves sharing crying pictures on her social media.
Published on Oct 14, 2024 02:21 PM IST

Delhi HC slams officials over failure to ensure dairies follow norms

Delhi HC reprimands officials for failing to ensure compliance by cattle dairies. Concerned over toxic milk production. Matter posted for May 27.

The high court in July 2023 had directed authorities to take immediate remedial actions and file action-taken reports within three months saying that it was “appalled” by the poor hygienic conditions and health of the milch animals at nine dairy colonies in the national capital. (HT Photo)
Updated on May 09, 2024 05:10 AM IST

Kindness can be a cognitive therapy for mental health issues. Here's how

Kindness is often viewed as a simple act of compassion but it can actually have a profound impact on our cognitive processes and mental health. Here's how

Kindness can be a cognitive therapy for mental health issues. Here's how (Unsplash)
Published on Jul 28, 2023 11:38 AM IST
ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Spice of Life: Enjoy the little things, savour bliss within

Life will never be perfect, though striving for perfection is okay (and desirable). Then why not occasionally steal moments of bliss. Or, let me correct that: Why not make bliss our permanent state of being?

The little things are countless, but we do need to develop an eye for the same. (HT File)
Updated on Apr 18, 2023 03:53 AM IST
ByReema Bansal

How oxytocin drives connections of newly integrated adult-born neurons: Research

To better understand brain plasticity, a team of researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children' Hospital used mouse models to investigate how brain cells build connections with new neurons born in adult brains.

How oxytocin drives connections of newly integrated adult-born neurons: Research(Shutterstock)
Published on Dec 10, 2022 08:27 AM IST
ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Houston

‘Brain process behind revenge-seeking behaviour decoded’

Levels of the ‘love hormone’ oxytocin may increase in people engaged in conflict, and influence the section of the brain associated with decision-making activity, says study.

Levels of the ‘love hormone’ oxytocin may increase in people engaged in conflict, and influence the section of the brain associated with decision-making activity, says study.(Unsplash)
Updated on Mar 05, 2020 11:32 AM IST
Beijing | ByPress Trust of India
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