A pilot study found that psilocybin administered in a group retreat setting led to enhanced psychological flexibility, improved self-compassion, and reduced cognitive fusion, suggesting potential therapeutic benefits for mental health.
A study on overweight older adults found that consuming a mix of nuts for 16 weeks improved brain insulin sensitivity in specific regions, without affecting body weight or overall insulin sensitivity.
Research reveals that sibling aggression, including hitting and yelling, is common and exhibits no gender differences, contrasting with male-dominated aggression in other relationships. Both brothers and sisters are equally likely to engage in physical and verbal conflicts within the family.
Connections, a word game by the New York Times, demands flexible access to semantic memory and creative thinking to uncover new word associations.
A recent study published in the journal Personal Relationships investigated the long-term dynamics of self-esteem, subjective happiness, and marital conflict in South Korean married couples.
New research suggests adverse childhood experiences reduce adults' sense of life coherence and significance but do not affect their sense of purpose, which may remain resilient to early traumas.
New findings reveal that enduring traits, rather than temporary emotional states, significantly influence both the frequency of nightmares and the distress they cause, underscoring the deep-seated psychological foundations of these nocturnal disturbances.
A study on friendship preferences discovered that men showed a higher preference for friendships with other men who had different mate preferences, i.e., who were attracted to different types of women.
A recent study examined how QAnon beliefs lead to significant relationship breakdowns. Followers become increasingly intolerant and defensive, creating conflicts, reduced communication, and emotional distance. Despite efforts to heal, many relationships deteriorate due to the followers' entrenched beliefs.
Terminal lucidity refers to unexpected, temporary moments of mental clarity and communication in people with severe dementia, often occurring shortly before death. These episodes can involve recalling memories, recognizing loved ones, and conversing meaningfully, despite their progressive cognitive decline.
Gardening is associated with a reduced likelihood of multiple sleep complaints, including insomnia and daytime sleepiness, compared to non-exercisers. The more time spent gardening, the fewer sleep issues reported.
Prosopometamorphopsia is a rare condition where faces appear distorted or demonic. Recent research on a unique case sheds light on its causes, recovery, and treatment options, providing insights into facial perception and potential use of color filters to alleviate symptoms.
Social media use among adolescents does not impair social skills and is linked to increased offline interactions with friends, according to new research.
New research indicates that satisfying psychological needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness can mitigate existential anxiety induced by mortality awareness, enhancing happiness and life satisfaction.
A study reveals that narcissistic traits, especially agentic extraversion, drive individuals to set lofty but often unachievable goals. This tendency extends to both personal and communal aspirations, highlighting the impact of narcissism on goal-setting behaviors.