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A new discovery: Brain chemistry – how dopamine levels affect you
Specialists studied dopamine to understand how the brain learns from positive and negative experiences. They discovered that dopamine release in the human brain is vital for learning from both rewards and punishments.
Kate Yakimchuk dopamine research brain activity mental health Psychology 12 January 2024
Psychologist's tips: How to start traveling more
If you dream of traveling, but simply can't start, then it's not always because you have no opportunity to do so – many people are just afraid! Traveling can bring lots of amazing experiences, but it can also be a bit scary, especially if you want to travel alone.
Kate Yakimchuk travel fears self-love mental health Psychology 9 January 2024
Try eating out in new places: Exploring new food
New cafes and restaurants open all the time - but some people tend to stick to the places they already know and love. While exploring new places can be quite risky (because you can't be sure about the food quality there), it's still a good thing to do.
Kate Yakimchuk restaurant food Cooking 17 November 2023
Changing people's minds: A new study on beliefs and experiences
Changing people's minds can be tough, especially when it comes to sensitive issues. But a new study found that sharing personal stories can make people more open to different views on controversial topics.
Kate Yakimchuk research opinion communication Psychology 24 October 2023
Experiencing death: A new study on how brain functions when heart stops
A recent study looked into patients who were revived after their hearts had stopped. Some of these patients, up to an hour after being revived, had vivid memories of experiencing death.
Kate Yakimchuk research death brain heart Psychology 8 October 2023
Tough childhood makes people judgemental: A new study
No one likes judgemental people, but it's still a huge part of most people's lives - that's how people are. People often judge others based on their actions, but a recent study sheds light on why we sometimes view people differently if we learn about their tough childhood experiences.
Kate Yakimchuk research judgement childhood Psychology 9 September 2023
Why some pets dislike their owners: The main reasons
Just like humans, pets have unique personalities and preferences that influence their behavior and interactions. While most pets develop strong bonds with their owners and enjoy their company, there can be situations where a pet appears to dislike or show negative behavior towards their owners.
Kate Yakimchuk pets communication Animals 14 August 2023
Varied life makes you smarter: A new study on how our experiences affect our intelligence
People who have been through a lot tend to be smarter - and now it's scientifically proven. Researchers at the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases conducted a pioneering study that sheds light on how experiences leave their trace in the connectivity of the brain.
Kate Yakimchuk research intelligence Psychology 4 August 2023
What differs an experienced gardener from a new one: Skills and knowledge matter
Every experienced gardener used to be new to it at some point, and it takes time to get lots of useful knowledge and skills. An experienced gardener typically differs from a new gardener in several ways, including knowledge, skills, and overall expertise.
Kate Yakimchuk gardening gardening tips Garden 14 July 2023