Study finds unmarried older adults may have lower risk of dementia
A new study suggests older adults who are single may have a lower risk of developing dementia than those who are married. Experts say stress and social networks may play a role.
A new study suggests older adults who are single may have a lower risk of developing dementia than those who are married. Experts say stress and social networks may play a role.
Georgia set to ease strict rules for proving intellectual disability in death penalty cases
The Senate passed House Bill 123 in a 53-1 vote Monday, weeks after the House approved it with strong backing from both parties.
The Senate passed House Bill 123 in a 53-1 vote Monday, weeks after the House approved it with strong backing from both parties.
Kids with smartphones reported higher well-being than kids without, study finds
Despite kids who reported having overall better well-being compared to kids who did not own smartphones, they also admitted that using social media had negative impacts on their health.
Despite kids who reported having overall better well-being compared to kids who did not own smartphones, they also admitted that using social media had negative impacts on their health.
SWAT team responds to South Fulton standoff after resident threatens workers with shotgun
A South Fulton resident threatened sewer workers with a shotgun and barricaded himself inside a home, prompting a SWAT team response.
A South Fulton resident threatened sewer workers with a shotgun and barricaded himself inside a home, prompting a SWAT team response.
Luke Combs admits his struggle with 'obscure' mental health disorder can be ‘all-consuming’
Luke Combs opened up about his constant struggle with OCD, admitting he has repetitive and anxious thoughts that can impact his work and daily life.
Luke Combs opened up about his constant struggle with OCD, admitting he has repetitive and anxious thoughts that can impact his work and daily life.
These are the happiest cities in America, according to a new study
A new study shows that location can play a significant role in shaping happiness.
A new study shows that location can play a significant role in shaping happiness.
Apalachee High School forms partnership to support students, teachers
Apalachee High School officials have announced a new partnership aimed at providing mental health support for both students and staff.
Apalachee High School officials have announced a new partnership aimed at providing mental health support for both students and staff.
When is the happiest time of day?
A recent study took a look at how the time of day, season and day of the week can impact mental health. Here are the findings.
A recent study took a look at how the time of day, season and day of the week can impact mental health. Here are the findings.
Heavy cannabis use linked to impaired working memory, new study finds
A new study from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus suggests that heavy cannabis use negatively affects working memory.
A new study from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus suggests that heavy cannabis use negatively affects working memory.
Stressed teens earn less money as adults, study finds
Teens dealing with stress tend to struggle as they enter the labor force as young adults, which can affect their pay, according to a study.
Teens dealing with stress tend to struggle as they enter the labor force as young adults, which can affect their pay, according to a study.
3rd patient gets Neuralink brain implant, Elon Musk says
Elon Musk said Neuralink hopes to implant the experimental devices in 20 to 30 more people this year.
Elon Musk said Neuralink hopes to implant the experimental devices in 20 to 30 more people this year.
Up to 4 in 10 Americans over 55 could develop dementia: How to reduce your risk
A new study estimates that up to 4 in 10 people over 55 could develop dementia, but experts share steps to lower the risk.
A new study estimates that up to 4 in 10 people over 55 could develop dementia, but experts share steps to lower the risk.
Man climbs into Target ceiling, refuses to come out, Peachtree City police say
There was a heavy law enforcement presence at a Peachtree City Target where police say a man climbed into the ceiling and refused to come out Sunday night.
There was a heavy law enforcement presence at a Peachtree City Target where police say a man climbed into the ceiling and refused to come out Sunday night.
Feeling blue? How you can combat seasonal affective disorder
Millions of Americans are estimated to have seasonal affective disorder.
Millions of Americans are estimated to have seasonal affective disorder.
Do you have nightmares about your job? New study reveals why
A recent survey of 1,750 U.S. workers revealed that 64% have experienced nightmares about their jobs.
A recent survey of 1,750 U.S. workers revealed that 64% have experienced nightmares about their jobs.
Saying 'thanks' can improve your health – and may even lengthen your life
Practicing gratitude is known to have a significant impact on our brains, bodies and overall well-being – and a new study found it may even help lengthen lives.
Practicing gratitude is known to have a significant impact on our brains, bodies and overall well-being – and a new study found it may even help lengthen lives.
Alone for the holidays? This can help
Discover practical strategies to overcome loneliness during the holidays, from mindfulness and gratitude to building new traditions and connecting with others.
Discover practical strategies to overcome loneliness during the holidays, from mindfulness and gratitude to building new traditions and connecting with others.
"Optimistic" vs. "afraid": Post-election poll shows huge difference among Americans' reactions
A mix of emotions were conveyed by people following the results of the presidential election based on a recent poll. Here’s what they said.
A mix of emotions were conveyed by people following the results of the presidential election based on a recent poll. Here’s what they said.
Smyrna leaders hold training to help parents detect violent tendencies in children
Smyrna city leaders are hosting forums to tackle youth violence by educating adults on signs of aggression and giving out resources for crisis prevention with police and social workers.
Smyrna city leaders are hosting forums to tackle youth violence by educating adults on signs of aggression and giving out resources for crisis prevention with police and social workers.
Loneliness linked to increased risk of dementia, cognitive decline: study
A new study shows loneliness increases the risk for dementia and cognitive impairment.
A new study shows loneliness increases the risk for dementia and cognitive impairment.