Psychology
A new study: How AI memory works – it's quite similar to human brains
Scientists have found a surprising resemblance between how artificial intelligence (AI) models and the human brain's hippocampus process memory. This discovery provides fresh insights into how AI systems store memories.
Kate Yakimchuk research artificial intelligence memory human brain science 26 December 2023
New Year resolutions: Parents setting up goals – what do they want?
People love making New Year resolutions and setting up goals for their next years. Many parents and their tweens/teens set goals for the New Year, such as being more patient, spending less time on phones, improving discipline, and developing healthier habits.
Kate Yakimchuk new year research resolutions parenting child behavior 26 December 2023
Important to Know: How Music Affects Child Development
Listening to music, a child hears not only sounds, but also the thoughts and desires of the composer. Under its influence, the creative imagination itself is created, and through it the perception of different aspects of life changes.
Diana Dashkevich children child development mental health music 25 December 2023
Interesting Facts: Why People Are Afraid of Robots
Robophobia is expressed as an obsessive fear or hatred towards any robotics, regardless of how advanced the technology is. Be it a humanoid robot or a bionic prosthesis.
Diana Dashkevich robot fun facts fears mental health 25 December 2023
A new study: Use light colors in your bedroom – they don't affect your sleep
It's extremely hard to sleep when it's too light, but do light colors affect your sleep? Researchers studied the impact of different light colors on the human body and sleep patterns.
Kate Yakimchuk research sleep patterns light colors bedroom mood 25 December 2023
A new study: Smoking shrinks your brain – now tested
According to a new study, smoking can actually make the brain smaller. While quitting this habit can prevent even more brain tissue loss, it cannot restore the brain to its original size.
Kate Yakimchuk research smoking bad habits brain volume intelligence health 25 December 2023
Being Delusional: Psychologist's Insights
If you live in the world of your own illusions, that means that you're delusional - and it can sometimes be both bad and good for you. In many cases, people become delusional because their brain tries to protect their mental health, so it can work as a protective measure.
Kate Yakimchuk delusional imagination mental health self-perception personality 25 December 2023
Bad Sleep Makes Your Pain Worse: A New Study
A recent study reveals that a specific chemical messenger in the brain plays a major role in the connection between lack of sleep and increased pain sensitivity. Researchers conducted experiments on mice and discovered that chronic sleep disruption can cause heightened pain sensitivity, and this involves signaling from a part of the brain called the thalamic reticular nucleus (TRN).
Kate Yakimchuk research sleep deprivation pain health sleep patterns 25 December 2023
Social, But Not Annoying: Psychologist's Tips
Good social skills can help you a lot in life - both in terms of professional growth and basic communication with peers and friends. If you're not really social, then you can develop these skills, but it's important to find a good balance between being social and annoying.
Kate Yakimchuk communication social status social skills friendship relationship 24 December 2023
Why We Stay Angry: A New Study
Scientists are examining the reasons behind ongoing aggression in female fruit flies. They have pinpointed particular cell types in the flies' brains that are linked to aggression.
Kate Yakimchuk anger issues research behavior science mood 24 December 2023
Screen Time Problem Is Real: A New Study
People often talk about how bad lots of screen time is, but now they have proof! In a new experiment, researchers discovered that those using smartphones for more than 4 hours daily had higher rates of various mental health issues and substance use.
Kate Yakimchuk research teenagers screen time mental health personality 24 December 2023
Things You Do That Repel The Others: Psychologist's Tips
Not only your appearance, but also your behavior and even small gestures can repel others. If you feel like something keeps pulling people away from you, then you might be making some mistakes.
Kate Yakimchuk personality communication tips relationship psychologist tips 24 December 2023
Why We Shake Our Presents: A New Study
As the holidays approach, many people can't resist giving their presents a little shake to guess what's inside. However, a new study suggests that those attempting to be secretive about their shaking might not be as stealthy as they think.
Kate Yakimchuk research presents gifts curious habits holiday gifts 24 December 2023
Sleep Issues Tied To Mental Health: Psychologist's Insights
Healthy sleep is a huge part of everyone's healthy life, so when it goes wrong, then it usually has serious reasons. In many cases, sleep pattern issues can be associated with mental health problems.
Kate Yakimchuk sleep patterns mental health personality health issues 24 December 2023
Future Dads Shouldn't Drink: A New Study
Everyone knows that future moms shouldn't drink, but people often forget about the fact that future dads should be sober too. Researchers found that the negative effects of alcohol on sperm last much longer than previously thought, extending beyond a month.
Kate Yakimchuk research health alcohol baby health baby planning 24 December 2023
Losing Empathy After Trauma: Psychologist's Insights
While some people might develop strong empathy after experiencing something bad, others might lose it partially or completely. While it doesn't happen to everyone, it's quite possible, and people might not even realize that it happens to them.
Kate Yakimchuk empathy trauma psychologist tips mental health communication 24 December 2023
Less Screen Time Means More Sleep: A New Study
Lots of screen time seems to actually impact teens' sleep, a new study claims. New study highlights that interactive screen time, such as texting, watching videos, or playing video games, has a more noticeable impact on delaying and reducing sleep.
Kate Yakimchuk research sleep patterns screen time children teenagers 23 December 2023
Feel More Attractive: Psychologist's Tips
If you want to be more confident, then you need to see yourself as more attractive - but how can you do it? For many people, their looks isn't an actual problem - their self-esteem can be the biggest obstacle ruining their confidence.
Kate Yakimchuk attraction self-esteem self-love insecurity tips 23 December 2023
A new study: No time to sleep – do these things to survive
Sometimes people find themselves in situations when they just can't afford a proper sleep - so what can they do? New research tried to find the best way to combat drowsiness and fatigue during a 16-hour overnight duty.
Kate Yakimchuk research sleep patterns sleep deprivation health nightshifters 23 December 2023
A new study: You can’t sleep – it can be your blood pressure
Have you ever noticed that sometimes it's just extremely hard for you to fall asleep? If you're a woman, then it might be tied to your blood pressure, a new study claims.
Kate Yakimchuk research blood pressure sleep patterns health insomnia 23 December 2023