Good sleep quality is linked to a lower risk of depression in older adults
New research shows that older adults who get high-quality rest are much less likely to develop depression symptoms over a...
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Psychopathy and Machiavellianism often look identical, but daily behavior suggests otherwise
Are Machiavellianism and psychopathy the same trait? A new 30-day diary study reveals that while these dark personalities look identical...
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Visual experience physically shapes the brain’s feedback loops
Mice wearing specialized goggles reveal that the brain’s internal visual networks rewire themselves to match the exact patterns they see...
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Neural synchrony between mothers and daughters linked to better mental health
When children watch their parents interact, their brains sync up with the adults via an invisible biological alignment. A new...
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Psychologists identify the dark traits behind an extremist mindset
New psychological research reveals that everyday sadistic tendencies and a cynical, manipulative nature powerfully fuel militant extremist beliefs. By analyzing...
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Lavender tea routine linked to reduced emotional distress in misophonia sufferers
Consuming lavender herbal tea twice daily may offer an accessible way to soothe the severe emotional distress and anxiety associated...
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Women who run the relationship prefer looks over money in romantic partners
A new psychological study of traditional and reversed-gender relationships reveals that when women hold dominant roles, they care less about...
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How partisan loyalty affects our ability to spot false claims
When readers encounter expected political viewpoints, they often fall for misinformation. A new study reveals that reading surprisingly opposed viewpoints...
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Irregular brain maturation in childhood predicts emotional habits in early adolescence
A new study reveals that the pace of a child's brain maturation can predict whether they will tend to bottle...
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Undigested fructose linked to anxiety and brain inflammation
A new study finds that an inability to properly digest fructose alters the gut microbiome, triggering low-grade inflammation. This digestive...
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How a dose of medicinal cannabis alters brain waves during sleep
A new clinical trial mapped the sleeping brains of people with insomnia after they took a cannabis-based drug. The treatment...
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Racial attitudes mobilize white and minority evangelicals differently at the ballot box
A person's beliefs about race can influence whether they vote, but the outcome heavily depends on their religious identity. A...
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Childhood trauma and mental distress might shape the way fans idolize celebrities
A new study explores the psychological factors driving extreme celebrity fandom. Researchers found that while mental distress is strongly linked...
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How learning to read alters the brain’s approach to spoken language
Learning to read does more than help you understand written text. A new brain imaging study reveals that formal reading...
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Deep-seated feelings of shame and abandonment fuel borderline traits in bipolar patients
Patients with bipolar disorder often experience symptoms of borderline personality disorder. New research maps out how deeply ingrained beliefs regarding...
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