Addiction
Predisposition to addiction may be genetic
People who have a high sensation-seeking personality trait may be more likely to develop an addiction to cocaine, according to a Rutgers study.
Jun 10, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Autistic people find it harder to identify anger in facial expressions, new study shows
Autistic people's ability to accurately identify facial expressions is affected by the speed at which the expression is produced and its intensity, according to new research at the University of Birmingham.
Jun 2, 2021
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Autism spectrum disorders
Eating issues common in people with autism, and girls are more susceptible
While it's well established that autism and certain eating issues go hand in hand, does gender also play a role?
May 4, 2021
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Parkinson's & Movement disorders
Research links Parkinson's disease and neuroticism
New research from the Florida State University College of Medicine has found that the personality trait neuroticism is consistently associated with a higher risk of developing the brain disorder Parkinson's disease.
Apr 15, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Adolescents with lack of empathy show early signs of psychopathy
A pioneering study with the Portuguese population shows that adolescents with high levels of callous-unemotional traits demonstrate lower levels of anticipated guilt towards the possibility of committing an immoral act and ...
Apr 14, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
New study reveals brain basis of psychopathy
According to a Finnish study, the structure and function of the brain areas involved in emotions and their regulation are altered in both psychopathic criminal offenders and otherwise well-functioning individuals who have ...
Apr 12, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Masculine traits linked to better parenting for some dads
In some men, having traditional masculine characteristics such as competitiveness and adventurousness was linked to being better fathers to infants, a new study found.
Apr 9, 2021
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Medications
Predicting who may do best with psychedelic-assisted therapy
As psychedelics gain ground as a potential therapy for mental health disorders, there remains a pressing concern that patients in clinical trials may have adverse effects to the drugs.
Mar 22, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Leaders take note: Feeling powerful can have a hidden toll
New research from the University of Florida Warrington College of Business finds that feeling psychologically powerful makes leaders' jobs seem more demanding. And perceptions of heightened job demands both help and hurt ...
Mar 16, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Imposter syndrome is common among high achievers in med school
Imposter syndrome is a considerable mental health challenge to many throughout higher education. It is often associated with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and self-sabotage and other traits. Researchers at the Sidney ...
Mar 16, 2021
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