Psychology

Summary: U.S. alcohol use increased during the COVID-19 pandemic and has stayed elevated post-pandemic, posing serious health risks. Heavy drinking …

Summary: New research shows that across diverse cultures, individuals with fewer material resources are consistently perceived as less trustworthy. The …

Summary: A recent study reveals that seniors who are more susceptible to “emotional contagion”—feeling emotions from others—are significantly more likely …

Summary: Researchers have uncovered a surprising role for astrocytes—cells surrounding neurons—in deciding which memories are kept or forgotten. By manipulating …

Summary: A new study proposes that human culture’s unique power lies not in its ability to accumulate knowledge, as once …

Summary: New research links childhood adversity with later attention deficits, sleep disruptions, and specific dopamine imbalances in the brain. Focusing …

Summary: Researchers have developed a potential diagnostic tool for schizophrenia by observing how patients process conflicting information. By analyzing neural …

Summary: New research has unveiled how gut bacteria play a key role in regulating stress by interacting with circadian rhythms, …

Summary: A new study reveals that personality traits influence both physical activity and sedentary behavior patterns. People with resilient personalities, …

Summary: A mother’s ability to regulate her response to trauma can significantly lessen PTSD symptoms in her children, particularly in …