Psychology & Psychiatry
Different views of God may influence academic cheating
Belief in God doesn't deter a person from cheating on a test, unless that God is seen as a mean, punishing one, researchers say.
Apr 20, 2011
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News tagged with religious beliefs
Psychology & Psychiatry
Death anxiety increases atheists' unconscious belief in God
New research suggests that when non-religious people think about their own death they become more consciously skeptical about religion, but unconsciously grow more receptive to religious belief.
Apr 2, 2012
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Awe-inspiring science can have a positive effect on mental well-being, research finds
Research led by psychologists at the University of Warwick has revealed a profound connection between the spirituality of science and positive well-being, much like the benefits traditionally associated with religion.
Oct 5, 2023
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Pediatrics
Adding COVID-19 to 'designated diseases' could boost vaccine uptake among children
My research includes the moral and legal aspects and policy implications of childhood vaccination. COVID-19's effects on children has an impact on that research. And these effects appear to be changing, making the need for ...
Oct 3, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Religion may alter your psychology, even if you're a non-believer
Sick of tinsel, carols and talk of virgin birth?
Dec 21, 2017
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Belief in God associated with ability to 'mentalize'
Belief in God or other higher powers may be crucially linked to humans' cognitive ability to infer other peoples' mental states, called "theory of mind" or "mentalizing," according to research published May 30 in the open ...
May 30, 2012
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HIV & AIDS
Religiousness linked to improved quality of life for people with HIV
Adults living with HIV in Washington, D.C., were more likely to feel higher levels of emotional and physical well-being if they attended religious services regularly, prayed daily, felt "God's presence," and self-identified ...
Jan 31, 2020
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Other
Australian court overrules parents in cancer case
An Australian court ordered the parents of a cancer-stricken child to put aside their religious beliefs and allow her life-saving treatment including a blood transfusion, reports said Saturday.
Jun 2, 2012
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Gerontology & Geriatrics
Five activities that can protect your mental and physical health as you age
No one is immune to developing chronic illnesses such as heart disease, cancer or arthritis as they get older. But research shows social activities, like joining clubs, interest groups or volunteering, are linked to better ...
Jul 14, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Robot preachers, AI programs may undermine credibility of religious groups, study finds
As artificial intelligence expands across more professions, robot preachers and AI programs offer new means of sharing religious beliefs, but they may undermine credibility and reduce donations for religious groups that rely ...
Jul 24, 2023
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