Hunger makes all sweetness more rewarding, but artificial sweetener users show unique brain responses
A new study suggests that hunger amplifies our immediate enjoyment of sweetness, regardless of calories. The research also reveals that...
People spending more time on social media and dating apps tend to be slightly less satisfied with their bodies
An international survey reveals that spending more time on social media and dating apps is tied to lower body satisfaction....
AI models are far more susceptible to nudges than humans, study shows
Artificial intelligence models are highly susceptible to subtle changes in how options are presented. A recent study published in the...
Trump’s 2020 pivot on face masks changed Republican behavior but not their medical beliefs
When Donald Trump unexpectedly praised face masks in 2020, his supporters began wearing them more frequently without actually believing they...
Are you at risk for romantic addiction? The answer lies in your attachment style, psychological flexibility, and emotion regulation
Recent research shows that our childhood attachment styles shape our risk of romantic relationship addiction. The study reveals that psychological...
Book smarts and life smarts are driven by the exact same intelligence, study finds
A new study reveals that everyday knowledge gained through random life experiences and facts learned in a classroom are driven...
Coffee consumption linked to slower cellular aging in people with severe mental illness
Patients with severe mental health conditions who drink three to four cups of coffee daily may possess cells that appear...
A Mediterranean diet is linked to better psychological well-being in older adults
Older adults who follow a Mediterranean diet experience higher levels of positive psychological well-being. A new study suggests this eating...
Cannabis use in older adults not linked to faster cognitive decline or dementia
As cannabis use grows among older adults, so do concerns about memory loss. However, a new study found that prior...
Study finds #SexPositivity posts on Instagram often reinforce women’s objectification and narrow beauty ideals
Instagram posts tagged with #SexPositivity often promote objectification, narrow beauty standards, and commercial branding more than sexual empowerment, according to...