Psychology & Psychiatry
Embracing stress is more important than reducing stress, psychologist says
If people actually embrace the concept of stress, it can make them stronger, smarter and happier, a Stanford expert says.
May 8, 2015
0
700
Page 11 - Stanford University
Psychology & Psychiatry
Probing how Americans think about mental life
When Stanford researchers asked people to think about the sensations and emotions of inanimate or non-human entities, they got a glimpse into how those people think about mental life.
Oct 20, 2017
0
51
Oncology & Cancer
Mobile app helps detect skin cancer in older patients
It's no secret that older folks and those living in assisted-care facilities have had to exercise more caution during the COVID-19 era. But by protecting themselves against the virus, through isolation and fewer in-person ...
Jul 20, 2022
0
6
Neuroscience
Study: Learning influenced by visualizing an action just before performing it
We've all heard the saying: "Practice makes perfect."
Mar 5, 2020
0
173
Psychology & Psychiatry
Girls under stress age more rapidly, new study reveals
(Medical Xpress)—Stress takes a toll on both mind and body. Intuitively, that's not a big surprise. Many studies have found links among stress, depression and disease. But scientists didn't really know which came first: ...
Oct 29, 2014
0
0
Psychology & Psychiatry
Psychologists find that jokes help us cope with horrifying images
The key is to not think of death as an end, but as more of a very effective way to cut down on your expenses. – Woody Allen
Aug 2, 2011
0
0
Neuroscience
Research uncovers the neurons that drive thirst
What makes us thirsty? On some level, the answer is obvious: If we don't drink enough water, our bodies send us unpleasant wake-up calls in the form of dry mouths and an strong urge to consume liquid. The deeper answer, a ...
Sep 15, 2017
0
60
Psychology & Psychiatry
Scientists identify body language tied to creativity, learning
The ability to quickly scan another person's body language or expression to get a quick read on what they're thinking or feeling is a handy trick that most humans possess. Show up late for dinner, and all it takes is a glance ...
Jul 25, 2014
0
0
Neuroscience
Researchers show there's more than one way to read - with implications for reading disorders
(Medical Xpress) -- With specificity and precision, the brain's Visual Word Form Area, or VWFA, does exactly what its name implies. Every time we see something that looks like a word, it activates. The VWFA is so adept at ...
Sep 15, 2011
10
0
Genetics
A look at how colds and chronic disease affect DNA expression
We're all born with a DNA sequence that encodes (in the form of genes) the very traits that make us, us—eye color, height, and even personality. We think of those genes as unchanging, but in reality, the way they are expressed, ...
Nov 8, 2018
0
133
