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Staying awake for longer with no consequences: A study on brain cells
Have you ever wanted to stay awake for a longer time without feeling weak and unhealthy? It might be possible - a new study found that some specific brain cells can help you stay awake for a long time without having negative effects on your health.
Kate Yakimchuk sleep brain Psychology 24 August 2023
Sibling bullying: A silent contributor to mental health challenges
The impact of sibling bullying on the mental health of young individuals has come under scrutiny in a recent study, revealing alarming consequences for their well-being. With a comprehensive analysis of data from over 17,000 participants, the study sheds light on a troubling connection between the frequency of sibling bullying during the formative years of early-to-middle adolescence and the severity of mental health issues that emerge in late adolescence.
Kate Yakimchuk siblings violence bullying depression Psychology 23 August 2023
Music takes you back: How media brings your memories and emotions
A recent study from the University of Kansas sheds light on the relationship between memories, media, and emotions. The research reveals that older songs and movie clips tend to evoke more memories and trigger happier associations than newer ones.
Kate Yakimchuk music memory brain emotions Psychology 23 August 2023
Body and mind suffer together: The connection between chronic pain and depression
Chronic pain often coincides with depression and anxiety, creating a complex interplay. In a commentary published in JAMA Network Open, Dr. Kurt Kroenke explores the link between pain, the primary symptom that drives patients to physicians, and depression and anxiety, two of the most prevalent global mental health conditions.
Kate Yakimchuk pain depression mind body Psychology 23 August 2023
Where the mnemonic mechanisms are hidden: Researching brain and memory
Human memory's remarkable capabilities find roots in the intricate brain anatomy. Brain functions are localized in specific regions, yet the connections between these and the memory system remain unexplored.
Kate Yakimchuk brain memory Psychology 22 August 2023
Dyslexia is more than just reading difficulties: A new study
Dyslexic people might have more issues than just reading problems, a new study claims. New research reveals that children with dyslexia exhibit slower visual processing, shedding light on the broader impact of dyslexia on brain functions beyond reading skills.
Kate Yakimchuk dyslexia children reading Psychology 22 August 2023
Your opinions on your sleep quality matter: A study on sleep quality and happiness
Your perception of sleep quality has a profound impact on your overall well-being, according to a recent study delving into the connection between sleep satisfaction and happiness. It's widely acknowledged that good sleep contributes to happiness, but the study underscores that not only the objective sleep quality, but also your personal feelings about it, play a pivotal role in your overall contentment.
Kate Yakimchuk sleep well-being health Psychology 22 August 2023
How eating disorders affect your whole life: A new study on EDs and overall health
Eating disorders, often associated with adolescents, are increasingly being recognized as affecting women throughout their lives, including midlife. A recent study highlights that negative body image is a significant trigger for eating disorders during perimenopause.
Kate Yakimchuk food health Psychology 21 August 2023
Mozart isn't magical: A new study claims that this music doesn't have any specific effects
Over the past five decades, claims about the positive effects of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's amazing music have garnered attention. However, a study published in Nature Scientific Reports, challenges the notion that Mozart's melody, specifically his Sonata KV448, has a beneficial impact on epilepsy.
Kate Yakimchuk music myths Psychology 21 August 2023
Unmasking Deepfakes: Can Humans Spot Artificial Speech?
Detecting deepfakes isn't as easy as it seems, according to a recent PLOS ONE study. This unique research explores humans' ability to identify artificially generated speech in languages beyond English, a first-of-its-kind investigation.
Kate Yakimchuk deepfake brain Psychology 21 August 2023
Music study can improve your well-being: A study on mind-healing abilities of music
Music can heal your heart, and music education can make your life better. A recent USC study sheds light on the positive impact of music education on adolescents, extending beyond enhanced brain neural connections to actually boosting their overall well-being.
Kate Yakimchuk music well-being Psychology 20 August 2023
Our morals change while we're learning: A study on complex moral choices and people's nature
While most people know how morals work, they still tend to choose self-benefiting options. New research from the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience explores how the brain handles morally conflicting choices during learning.
Kate Yakimchuk morals personality Psychology 20 August 2023
Group bullying activates brain reward centers: A new study on group violence and its motivations
Have you even witnessed groups of rivals bullying each other? A study led by researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University sheds light on why humans readily engage in harming individuals from opposing groups.
Kate Yakimchuk bullying violence Psychology 20 August 2023
People see social situations similarly: A new study on how people's understanding of social situations works
You might think that everyone has their unique point of view, but our brains seem to process lots of things similarly. A recent study from the University of Turku in Finland has revealed that diverse individuals exhibit similar brain activity when processing social situations.
Kate Yakimchuk society communication brain Psychology 20 August 2023
Dogs can smell your stress: Learn more about your pets
Dog owners usually know well that their pets can feel their emotions, and they might be right. A new study reveals that dogs can detect the smallest changes in human breath and sweat associated with their acute psychological stress responses with an accuracy of almost 94%.
Kate Yakimchuk dogs pets stress Animals 20 August 2023
Hunger and anger: How hunger correlates with increased aggression in people
Have you ever noticed that some people become more aggressive when they're hungry? New research reveals that the phenomenon of becoming "hangry" – a combination of hunger and anger – is indeed rooted in reality, with hunger strongly linked to feelings of anger and irritability.
Kate Yakimchuk hunger anger aggression Psychology 19 August 2023
Good relationships make your physically healthier: A new study on brain and body connection
Our brain and our mental health can impact our physical health drastically, even more than we used to think. New research indicates that the way you feel about your close relationships can impact your body's functioning.
Kate Yakimchuk relationship health Psychology 19 August 2023
Witnessing sibling abuse leads to mental issues: A new study on domestic violence and its effects
People might not hit their kids, but still damage them mentally - a new study says. A recent national study conducted by the University of New Hampshire reveals that children who witness abuse of a sibling by a parent can suffer similar levels of trauma as those who witness violence between parents.
Kate Yakimchuk children violence family Psychology 19 August 2023
Empathy boosts creativity: A new study on how teaching kids empathy affects their creativity
Creativity can change someone's life, and sometimes pretty unobvious things can boost your child's creativity skills. New research from the University of Cambridge indicates that teaching children to empathize with others can lead to improvements in their creativity and potentially other positive learning outcomes.
Kate Yakimchuk creativity empathy Psychology 19 August 2023
Managing finances together can make your marriage stronger: A new study on how money affect your marriage
While money can't buy you love or happiness, it's way easier to build a happy life with your favorite person when you have them. New research clearly shows that married couples who decide to manage their finances together tend to have stronger relationships and have fewer issues because of money.
Kate Yakimchuk marriage money relationship Psychology 18 August 2023