Researchers have found that our ability to understand emotions from facial expressions is influenced by culture and language. Findings show that words like 'disgust' can alter brain connectivity, depending on cultural background, challenging the belief that emotional recognition is universal.
A JAMA Psychiatry study explores the link between psychedelic use in adolescents and mental health, finding an association with fewer psychotic symptoms and a correlation with increased manic symptoms in those with genetic risks for schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.
New research suggests living in socioeconomically disadvantaged neighborhoods might impact cognitive abilities in older individuals, independently of brain pathologies. Higher education appears to mitigate these effects, suggesting cognitive reserve plays a key role in brain health.
New research has found autistic adults are more generous to strangers than non-autistic individuals. This increased generosity, evident in a money division task, suggests autism may involve a more consistent application of fairness norms.
A new study reveals many Americans struggle to distinguish fact from opinion, critical for navigating political information. The findings have profound implications for civic discourse and the democratic process.
Researchers have found that antidepressants increase the brain's network reconfiguration activity, making connections more dynamic and flexible.
A study found ketamine's rapid antidepressant effects in rats hinge on activating the brain's opioid system, particularly β-endorphin in the prefrontal cortex. Blocking this pathway negates ketamine's benefits, unveiling potential targets for new depression treatments.
Pandemic-induced psychological distress, marked by stress, anxiety, and depression, has significantly impacted work productivity, especially among remote workers and the self-employed. Research highlights that the added stress depletes willpower, crucial for self-regulation and productivity.
A new study explores how anti-piracy messages affect intentions to pirate TV/films, revealing gender and attitude play key roles. While prosocial messages have little impact, threatening messages tend to increase piracy intentions in men with favorable views towards piracy but...
Researchers developed a blood test that can detect with 99.2% accuracy if someone has been awake for over 24 hours, offering a breakthrough in identifying sleep deprivation to enhance safety in critical roles and potentially reduce accidents caused by lack...
New research from the University of Bristol shows lasting happiness requires ongoing practice. The 'Science of Happiness' course boosted student wellbeing significantly, but only those who continued with activities like gratitude and meditation maintained improvements over time.
A study on the 2020 U.S. election revealed a partisan gap in democratic satisfaction, with declines among Republicans and rises among Democrats. Perceptions of electoral legitimacy and media fairness were found to fully account for this gap.
Attractive people often get a break in life, even in court. But recent research shows it's complex. Attractiveness can sway jurors, but not always. A study using videos of defendants and various crimes found attractiveness had a minor impact on...
A study analyzing Reddit posts and married couples' surveys found that financial conflicts often stem from deeper issues like responsibility and fairness. While everyday expense disagreements can boost relationship satisfaction, disputes over fairness and irresponsibility lead to dissatisfaction.
A German study of 2,133 candidates found those with aversive traits like psychopathy and spitefulness more often used positive campaigning. Despite the negative connotations of such personalities, they're inclined to highlight their achievements, suggesting a strategic self-promotion in politics.