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.
A study reveals that ChatGPT often creates fictitious academic citations, with false citation rates ranging from 6% to 60% across various psychology subfields. These plausible but nonexistent references frequently feature real researchers' names and correctly formatted identifiers, posing significant risks...
Infants whose mothers display higher sensitivity during interactions show enhanced brain activity in response to happy faces, highlighting the importance of nurturing caregiving in the early development of emotional and social competencies.
In a recent study, over half of the palliative care patients reported immediate relief from pain and depression after personalized 20-minute VR sessions.
New research finds a link between firearm ownership, particularly among recent buyers and those who frequently carry weapons, and an increased inclination to support political violence.
A recent study finds that individuals are more likely to engage in sexual communication with trusted partners, preferring subtle non-verbal cues to maintain intimacy, although women often refrain from expressing dissatisfaction verbally to avoid undermining their male partners' self-esteem.
Recent research published in Folia Parasitologica finds associations between Toxoplasma gondii and Borrelia spp. infections and distinct personality traits in humans, suggesting these infections could influence behavior independently of overall health impacts.
Research shows gratitude may prevent boredom by enriching life's perceived meaning. Five studies demonstrated that greater feelings of gratitude correlate with reduced boredom and enhanced life satisfaction.
New research suggests that video gaming can significantly aid in recovery from work stress by enhancing psychological detachment and mastery experiences, especially when pursued with harmonious passion, challenging common negative stereotypes about gaming.