New research has found that extreme or eccentric views on social media attract more likes and engagement, suggesting a cycle where radical ideas are rewarded, potentially increasing polarization and shaping public discourse more than moderate views.
Scientists trained dogs to detect PTSD symptoms by recognizing stress-related markers in human breath. This new method could allow service dogs to intervene more effectively, helping their handlers manage symptoms before they fully manifest.
Recent research reveals a "sexualization spillover" effect in workplaces, where sexualized women are perceived as less competent, adversely affecting hiring prospects for other female candidates, regardless of their presentation.
A meta-analysis found that 27% of individuals with ADHD develop cannabis use disorder during their lives, with 19% affected at the time of data collection. They are nearly three times more likely to develop this disorder compared to those without...
Heterosexual women distance themselves more from single lesbians than those in relationships, influenced by fears of unwanted sexual advances. Conversely, relationship status does not affect attitudes towards gay men.
New research has found an association between childhood adversities and elevated levels of depression and anxiety in older adulthood. Different patterns of adversity appear to impact mental health outcomes differently.
Couples who share similar drinking habits, either both drinking or both abstaining, tend to live longer compared to those with mismatched drinking behaviors. This highlights the complex link between marital harmony, lifestyle choices, and longevity.
Though it may seem like a paradox, children do not laugh for joy. Scientific studies show that there is something much deeper than joy or mirth in a child’s laughter.
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 recent study in Acta Psychologica reveals that political identity centrality increases the likelihood of engaging in cancel culture, mediated by social vigilantism and virtue signaling.
A recent study published in PNAS reveals that the behavior and personality traits of various versions of ChatGPT are not only indistinguishable from human responses statistically but also show heightened levels of altruism and cooperation.
A study across six countries found that right-leaning individuals view the past more positively, often due to nostalgia for tradition, while left-leaning individuals are more optimistic about the future but share similar views of the present with their right-leaning counterparts.
A 15-year study published in the Journal of Attention Disorders found that ADHD symptoms persist from young adulthood into early middle age. Inattention in particular is associated with lower satisfaction in relationships and careers, especially for men.
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 in Scientific Reports found that Chinese students with higher levels of psychopathy, Machiavellianism, sadism, and self-concealment reported more social appearance anxiety.