Health
Why alcohol makes some people violent
Heavier drinkers are much more likely to be involved in violence if they have suffered high levels of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), according to a new study.
Dec 7, 2018
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Bangor University
Psychology & Psychiatry
Psychologists reveal how we truly see ourselves by generating 'mental selfies'
Never has there been a time when we were so obsessed with appearance than our current 'selfie' age. Many argue that the obsession with selfies and manipulation of images may turn some of us into narcissists, while others ...
Nov 12, 2021
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Health
When it comes to sleep, quality could be better than quantity
According to a new study published in the journal Sleep, adults restricting sleep by two or more hours each night are more likely to suffer respiratory illnesses like flu and colds, but only when they report poor sleep quality. ...
Oct 18, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Six common misconceptions about meditation
Meditation has been hailed as a way to boost mental health, help chronic pain, reduce stress and build a new appreciation for the world around us.
Mar 19, 2018
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Almost half of depression in adults starts in adolesence
(Medical Xpress) -- A new study by research psychologists at Bangor and Oxford Universities show that half of adults who experience clinical depression had their first episode start in adolescence. In fact, the most common ...
Feb 29, 2012
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Scientists investigate how best to ask difficult questions
Asking people whether they are involved in an illegal activity is difficult as those involved may not wish to incriminate themselves. Managing natural resources often depends upon influencing people’s behavior; including ...
Aug 9, 2011
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Researcher studes "no-makeup" selfie phenomenon
A psychologist at Bangor University has been fascinated by the the #nomakeupselfie social media phenomenon seen on social media this week.
Mar 24, 2014
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Neuroscience
Imagery and language influence exercise endurance in study
Now that we're in to February, are you struggling to stick to your New Year's resolution exercise plan? There may be more to your success or failure than meets the eye.
Feb 9, 2015
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Neuroscience
Brain differences suggest that children and adults use different strategies to understand social interactions
Understanding the meaning of social interactions is an important human ability that relies on deciphering different kinds of social information. For example, perceiving body and face information, and understanding others' ...
Apr 28, 2023
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Autism spectrum disorders
New study aims to give children with autism the best start in life
A ground-breaking new study has been launched understand how to support families affected by autism as soon as they receive their diagnosis.
Oct 20, 2016
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