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.
Researchers have shed light on the perceived appropriateness of climate protest tactics and targets. Nonviolent actions like boycotts and marches, aimed at direct contributors to climate change, are favored, while aggression or targeting less responsible parties, like museums, are disapproved...
Individuals with borderline personality disorder show no differences in brain activity when processing facial expressions compared to healthy controls, though they do exhibit lower heart rate variability.
Those who engage in mindfulness and directly confront their emotions tend to report stronger, more fulfilling relationships, emphasizing the association between emotional awareness and relationship dynamics.
A study published in the Archives of Sexual Behavior reveals a hierarchy in sex work perceptions, termed "whorearchy." The findings also highlight how political and personal views shape perceptions of sex work.