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Parenting

Ronald Stolberg Ph.D. on May 28, 2023 in Parent Tips 2.0

The warning about the “profound risk of harm” that social media may have on kids' mental health includes an action plan for parents.

Attention

Nicolas Davidenko Ph.D. on May 28, 2023 in Illusions, Delusions, and Reality

A new study reveals that our ability to recognize unfamiliar faces is just as poor as our ability to recognize monkey faces.

Transgender

Mark Travers Ph.D. on May 27, 2023 in Social Instincts

Allyship has many faces and is a journey of continuous growth and learning rather than a destination.

Trust

Jeremy Nicholson M.S.W., Ph.D. on May 26, 2023 in Persuasion, Bias, and Choice

We are often uncomfortable with unequal relationships. New research suggests there might be good reason for those feelings—and how to manage such situations when they do arise.

Adolescence

Timmen L. Cermak MD on May 25, 2023 in Healing from Addiction

New research shows the impact of THC exposure during adolescence persists into early adulthood, leaving some too "chill" to mature.

ADHD

Alex Dimitriu M.D. on May 25, 2023 in Psychiatry and Sleep

Certain noises have proven therapeutic for individuals with ADHD. While more research is needed, white noise could become part of ADHD therapy.

Anxiety

Marlynn Wei M.D., J.D. on May 25, 2023 in Urban Survival

New research finds that mindfulness is just as good as medications in treating anxiety.

Body Positivity

Holly Parker, Ph.D. on May 24, 2023 in Your Future Self

When you think about how you feel about your body, what do you notice? A team of researchers investigated the impact of images reflecting the body positivity movement.

Loneliness

Nigel Barber Ph.D. on May 24, 2023 in The Human Beast

Loneliness is more dangerous than smoking 15 cigarettes a day. This is a sobering conclusion at a time when loneliness is increasing in the U.S., particularly for the young.

Bias

Arjen Stolk Ph.D. on May 24, 2023 in Aligning Minds

The impact of stereotypes can be profoundly shaped through social interactions.

Aging

Christopher Bergland on May 23, 2023 in The Athlete's Way

As we age, our brains tend to shrink. New fMRI research shows how actively listening to music beefs up certain brain areas and improves working memory functions.

Relationships

Susan Krauss Whitbourne PhD, ABPP on May 23, 2023 in Fulfillment at Any Age

Being left out of a group is an emotionally painful experience. New research shows what causes this unpleasant behavior and how to counteract it.

Michelle Charness JD, PsyD, LCSW on May 23, 2023 in Intersecting Law and Mental Health

The Supreme Court must decide if threats made in a stalking case on Facebook are defined by the intent of the perpetrator or through the eyes of the victim.

Autism

Geraldine Dawson Ph.D. on May 22, 2023 in The Science of Autism

By measuring how frequently a person blinks, we can gain insight into what things that person finds rewarding.

Animal Behavior

Mary Bates Ph.D. on May 22, 2023 in Animal Minds

People have known about toe-tapping behavior in certain frogs for a long time, but why do they do it?

Depression

Alexander Danvers Ph.D. on May 21, 2023 in How Do You Know?

In 2022, the FDA approved a new super-fast brain stimulation for depression. New research identified the change in the brain that may explain its success.

Brain Computer Interface

Cami Rosso on May 21, 2023 in The Future Brain

Machine learning decodes hand gestures from noninvasive brain images, giving hope to a new type of brain-computer interface to help the paralyzed.

Relationships

Susan Krauss Whitbourne PhD, ABPP on May 20, 2023 in Fulfillment at Any Age

When times are difficult, new couples research shows that a simple nostalgia exercise can help erase the stresses of the present and build future commitment.

Sleep

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on May 20, 2023 in Media Spotlight

Excessive gaming can stealthily sabotage someone's sleep, diet, and personal hygiene. Stay informed, and game responsibly.

Gary Wenk Ph.D. on May 20, 2023 in Your Brain on Food

Sleep apnea, PTSD, restless leg disorder, and many other conditions may be treated with cannabis.

Relationships

Mark Travers Ph.D. on May 19, 2023 in Social Instincts

What to do when you suspect someone is faking their "wokeness" to get with you.

Addiction

Timmen L. Cermak MD on May 19, 2023 in Healing from Addiction

There is a stepwise increase in negative impact associated with cannabis use by adolescents, from non-use, to moderate use, to diagnosable Cannavia Use Disorder.

Artificial Intelligence

Cami Rosso on May 18, 2023 in The Future Brain

EPFL researchers create an AI machine-learning algorithm that can decode the brain activity of mice in order to predict what they see.

Empathy

Alison Jane Martingano Ph.D. on May 18, 2023 in What Do You Mean?

Recent research suggests VR does not outperform more low-tech solutions for generating empathy and enhancing donations to charity.

Empathy

Alison Jane Martingano Ph.D. on May 17, 2023 in What Do You Mean?

A recent research study found that eavesdropping led to a superior understanding of others' minds compared to taking part in the conversation.

Body Image

Pernille Bülow Ph.D. on May 16, 2023 in Your Brain on Body Dysmorphia

Body image dissatisfaction is highly prevalent and stressful. Here are three evidence-based methods for healing your relationship with your body.

Career

Gleb Tsipursky Ph.D. on May 16, 2023 in Intentional Insights

Prevent remote worker burnout with personal commutes and strategic breaks. Learn how to protect your well-being in the era of hybrid and remote work.

Narcissism

Susan Krauss Whitbourne PhD, ABPP on May 16, 2023 in Fulfillment at Any Age

Watching a person’s facial reaction can tell you more about their personality than you may realize, according to the latest research on narcissism's subtle emotional cues.

Sex

Gurit E. Birnbaum, Ph.D. on May 15, 2023 in Intimately Connected

How to create a relational ambiance that will unleash sexual desire.

SSRIs

Daniel R. Stalder Ph.D. on May 14, 2023 in Bias Fundamentals

Marjorie Taylor Greene and Tucker Carlson cited SSRIs as a potential cause of mass shootings. Is there any research support, or have they succumbed to an illusory correlation?