Recent research indicates that being in nature changes how we experience time, giving a sense of expanded time compared to urban environments. This altered sense of time helps shift focus from immediate stress to long-term goals and reduces impulsiveness, contributing...
A study in Developmental Science reveals that parents' beliefs about knowledge predict their children's scientific reasoning abilities from kindergarten through elementary school, regardless of educational level or cognitive abilities.
Infants from four months old can anticipate and react to objects moving towards them, showing early signs of understanding spatial interactions and developing self-awareness through sensory integration.
During physical exercise, individuals perceive time as moving slower compared to periods of rest or post-exercise. This effect is consistent regardless of exercise context, such as competing against others.
A recent study indicates that the cognitive benefits of high-intensity aerobic exercise vary among individuals, significantly influenced by their glucose tolerance.
Researchers at UT Austin developed a brain-computer interface that quickly adapts to users, allowing them to control games with their brainwaves without individual calibration. This innovation simplifies use and enhances accessibility, particularly for people with motor disabilities.
A study found that children show greater brain activity linked to focused attention when reading from paper compared to screens, suggesting that traditional reading may enhance comprehension and cognitive engagement more effectively than digital formats.
A study analyzing eye movements revealed that Rubens' "The Fall of Man" painting directs viewer attention more effectively towards Eve than Titian's original, highlighting strategic elements that guide focus.
Recent research has found that both IQ and genetic markers can predict political leanings towards liberalism and lower authoritarianism, suggesting our political views may be partly wired in our DNA.
Researchers discovered that dogs possess a general intelligence factor ('g factor') similar to humans, influencing various cognitive tasks. Their study highlights dogs' potential as models for understanding cognitive aging and raises questions about the neurobiological basis of intelligence.
A comprehensive review establishes ASMR as a genuine phenomenon characterized by a tingling sensation. It is triggered by specific stimuli, with potential benefits for stress reduction and well-being, though future research is needed to explore long-term effects and therapeutic applications.
Learning new words in a foreign language can hinder recall of previously learned words in another language, a phenomenon known as retroactive inhibition, affecting both recall accuracy and speed.
In a new development, scientists have created a brain implant that converts neural signals into text, offering new communication avenues for individuals paralyzed and unable to speak.
Astronauts accurately estimate distances in microgravity by relying more on visual cues, with their spatial perception abilities remaining unaffected by the transition to and from space. This insight is crucial for ensuring precise navigation and safety during space missions.
Children in ethnically diverse classrooms and those with cross-ethnic friendships show an enhanced ability to tune into others' minds, highlighting the significant role of social diversity in children's understanding of others' perspectives and feelings.