Q&A: Psychology professor discusses the neuroscience behind giving and receiving gifts
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is upon us and part of the holiday cheer revolves around exchanging gifts.
Dec 6, 2023
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Behavior and Behavior Mechanisms: News and Research on Intelligence
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The world needs more empathy—here is how science can harness it
In a world grappling with deep-seated division and social upheaval, empathy has become more critical than ever.
Nov 28, 2023
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Ultratrails, deep dives, outer space: How extraordinary personalities adapt to extreme conditions
'Kilian Jornet won the 2022 Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc (distance 170 kilometers, elevation gain 10,000 meters) in 19 hours, 49 minutes, and 30 seconds. Stéphanie Gicquel skied 2,045 kilometers in 74 days, crossing Antarctica ...
Nov 28, 2023
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Men experience less pain when a woman is in charge, researcher finds
A man who is exposed to physical pain feels less severe pain if he is subjected to pain by a woman compared with a man, according to new research from Lund University in Sweden. In addition, men experience less pain after ...
Nov 14, 2023
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Narcissism, immorality and lack of empathy: The dark psychology that can poison elites
Sexism, harassment and bullying plague the Red Arrows, the UK Royal Air Force's display team. This revelation was the outcome of investigations into complaints of bad behavior in this elite organization. Air Chief Marshal ...
Nov 7, 2023
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Assessing 'readiness' by tracking sleep duration and effects on daily mood, motivation, sleepiness
A good night's sleep prepares us for the next day. Conversely, inadequate sleep diminishes performance in tasks requiring attention, memory, and executive functions that have real world consequences.
Oct 13, 2023
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Doll play allows children to develop and practice social skills regardless of their neurodevelopmental profile
Neuroscientists from Cardiff University have found that doll play could benefit children with varying social communication styles, including those who display neurodivergent traits commonly associated with autism.
Sep 28, 2023
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Mindfulness programs help minoritized youth develop healthy coping skills, study shows
Educational programs that promote mental and physical health can help young people—particularly in environments of chronic stress and trauma exposure—learn healthy coping strategies, avoid risky behaviors, and succeed in ...
Sep 26, 2023
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New report makes recommendations on controversial genetics research
A new report, "Wrestling with Social and Behavioral Genomics: Risks, Potential Benefits, and Ethical Responsibility," produced by The Hastings Center, a bioethics institute, provides direction for research and communications ...
Apr 24, 2023
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Study casts doubt on causal link between cognitive ability and obesity
The well-replicated associations between cognitive ability and body mass index (BMI) may largely reflect confounding by other factors related to family background, according to a new study published April 13 in the open access ...
Apr 13, 2023
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