Psychology & Psychiatry

New research shows how empathy can be socially transmitted

Prof. Dr. Grit Hein's latest assessments of empathic abilities once again challenge the old adage, "You can't teach an old dog new tricks." It seems that not only children but also adults can adopt empathic responses from ...

Obstetrics & gynaecology

Neighborhood deprivation tied to gestational diabetes risk

Neighborhood deprivation is associated with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), with body mass index explaining a considerable proportion of the relationship, according to a study published online Feb. 1 in Obstetrics & ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

Video game trauma can last for years, says researcher

"Cry of Fear" is a horror video game that explores a wide range of particularly sensitive topics, from depression to self-harm, murder, and suicide. Samuel Poirier-Poulin knows the game well.

Psychology & Psychiatry

Study shows infants' understanding of social norms

Our everyday lives are full of rules, such as how we should dress, how we greet each other, which side of the road we drive on, and when we cross at traffic lights. These and many other social norms are the basis for human ...

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