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Laura Elin Pigott

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Embarrassed? Why this feeling might actually be good for you

Embarrassment is a universal, visceral and oddly contagious emotion that has importance socially and psychologically.

23.06.2025 4

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Laura Elin Pigott

Birth control increases stroke risk – here’s what women need to know

Contraceptive-users were three times more likely to experience a cryptogenic stroke.

30.05.2025 9

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Laura Elin Pigott

Social media rewires young minds – here’s how

Using social media lights up the same parts of your brain as other addictions, such as drugs, alcohol and gambling.

21.01.2025 10

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Laura Elin Pigott