The gender gap in risk-taking disappears when economists account for guessing
A large study of children reveals that the supposed gender gap in risk-taking vanishes when economists account for cognitive errors...
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Genetic scores linked to depression and neuroticism are associated with lower voter turnout
A recent study of over 50,000 individuals reveals that genetic predispositions for health and personality traits predict voter turnout. Using...
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Scientists uncover a possible trade-off in how the hippocampus replays new memories
When the brain rests after learning, it actively replays recent experiences. A new brain imaging study reveals this mental replay...
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Patience with life’s small annoyances is linked to lower anxiety, but it doesn’t buffer spiritual struggles
Spiritual doubts are linked to higher anxiety in college students, but a new study finds that cultivating patience for everyday...
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Brain injury triggers unexpected hormone release in progenitor cells
Following a brain injury, specialized progenitor cells produce a stress-related neuropeptide that prevents neighboring cells from maturing too fast. This...
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A chemical produced by gut bacteria may accelerate Alzheimer’s disease
A metabolic byproduct of gut bacteria can damage the blood-brain barrier and drive the formation of Alzheimer's-related proteins. Elevated levels...
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How extreme boredom can push people toward aggressive behavior
Boredom does more than just drain your energy. New research reveals that extreme monotony increases the desire for stimulation, pushing...
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Women on hormonal birth control view their romantic traits more positively
While hormonal birth control is known to suppress fertility, a series of new psychological evaluations suggests that synthetic hormones may...
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Psychologists map the emotional borders between social anxiety and narcissism
While social anxiety and vulnerable narcissism both stem from feelings of inadequacy, a new study reveals they are driven by...
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Belief in supernatural evil is linked to blaming the system for poverty
People who believe in the devil and hell are more likely to blame society for poverty, while those who believe...
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Childhood ADHD diagnosis linked to lower adult religious attendance
A childhood ADHD diagnosis is linked to a steep decline in adult religious service attendance, especially among Black and Asian...
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Researchers explore how J-Pop listening habits impact visual memory
A small pilot study explored whether listening to favorite pop songs helps or hinders visual memory. Brain scans suggest preferred...
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Strong social networks predict higher fertility rates in new study
Communities where people report high levels of social support and frequent social interactions tend to have higher birth rates, regardless...
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Brain replays motor skills during sleep without help from the memory center
During sleep, the brain replays the day's events to lock in memories. A new study reveals that the brain networks...
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Medication helps adults with ADHD weigh the negative consequences of their decisions
Adults with ADHD often struggle with choices that carry negative consequences. A new experiment reveals that stimulant medication improves decision-making...
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