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Social status and stress: The newest research claims that they are connected more than we thought
It's true that our social status can influence many areas of our lives, but it might be even deeper than we thought. A new research conducted on mice explains how our place in society is connected with our levels of stress.
Kate Yakimchuk anxiety stress mental health social status Psychology 27 June 2023
Woodpeckers can learn how to use tools independently: An unexpected learning ability from birds
Most birds can't use tools, except for the most intelligent ones. A new study claims that some woodpeckers can learn how to use simple tools without learning it from other birds.
Kate Yakimchuk birds woodpeckers tools intelligence Animals 27 June 2023
A new blood test for anxiety: New ways to learn more about how our bodies and brains work
Our bodies are extremely complex, and scientists still find some new unexpected correlations and connections in how different systems work. A new study claims that a special blood test can help people with anxiety to find the best medications for them.
Kate Yakimchuk anxiety blood testing mental health Psychology 27 June 2023
Birds who tend to steal also tend to hide their food better: A new research
Some animals tend to behave pretty much like humans, and stealing food is one of the things that lots of birds and animals do. The research claims that those birds who used to steal food from other birds tend to hide their own supplies better.
Kate Yakimchuk birds bird facts stealing Animals 27 June 2023
Everyone's pain is unique: A new research shows that individuals in pain have unique brain scans
When people say that "everyone experiences pain differently", it's not just a phrase. Apparently, our brains create unique brain patterns that can be seen on scans, claims the newest research.
Kate Yakimchuk brain health pain Psychology 27 June 2023
Harsh parenting leads to mental problems: When tough love goes wrong
You might think that being a strict parent always benefits your child, but sometimes it can lead to the opposite effect. The new research by University of Cambridge and University College Dublin claims that parents who practice harsh parenting have higher chances to cause mental problems in their children.
Kate Yakimchuk parenting mental health children trauma Psychology 26 June 2023
The largest penguin in history was over 300 pounds: Fossils show how big some species used to be
While some species become bigger over time, others tend to shrink - that's why some animals of the past were so huge. A new article claims that there were once penguins thrice the size of the penguins we see now.
Kate Yakimchuk penguins birds bird facts history Animals 24 June 2023
If you lack something as a child, you might overconsume it later in life: The new research on impulsive behavior
When we can't have something we want, we might overconsume it later - it's just like strict dieting. An article from The Royal Society Publishing says that this correlation shows in many spheres of life.
Kate Yakimchuk children addiction mental health Psychology 24 June 2023
Discover the Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet: A Plant-Based Path to Health
Have you ever considered the Mediterranean diet? This eating plan revolves around vegetables, grains, herbs, and greens, providing an abundance of vitamins and nutrients that contribute to overall well-being.
Kate Yakimchuk healthy food healthy diet mediterranean diet Cooking 24 June 2023
Hummingbirds actually drink alcohol: The nature is surprising
While people buy alcohol when they want a drink or two, some animals manage to produce it within their bodies. The new study from University of California shows that hummingbirds can actually be drunk, so they explored whether birds like it or not.
Kate Yakimchuk birds hummingbird alcohol Animals 24 June 2023
People who work with AI tend to be lonelier: The new research associates AI with loneliness and insomnia
If you use AI as your main tool at work, then you have lower chances of sleeping well and communicating to people. The newest research shows how artificial intelligence affects our brain, and why it happens.
Kate Yakimchuk AI (rtificial intelligence) depression artificial intelligence brain Psychology 24 June 2023
Cheese can actually be healthy: Why you should eat cheese from time to time to become healthier
People sometimes think that cheese is anything but healthy, but they are wrong. An article published on the National Library of Medicine says that cheese can actually be pretty beneficial for your health.
Kate Yakimchuk healthy food cheese healthy diet Cooking 23 June 2023
How air pollution affects babies: Cognitive deficits can appear because of bad quality of air
We all know that bad air affects our health, but the newest research published on ELife claims that it can hurt babies even more. When they are young and vulnerable, bad quality of air can make their cognitive abilities worse.
Kate Yakimchuk science children air pollution intelligence Psychology 23 June 2023
Everyone can forget things sometimes: The newest research on how people's memory works
Even people with the best memory can sometimes be forgetful, claims the new research published on APA PsycNet. While sometimes our forgetfulness doesn't make any real harm, sometimes it can lead to a disaster.
Kate Yakimchuk memory brain forgetfulness Psychology 23 June 2023
It's not human mind that sees illusions, but the eyes: New research on illusions surprises people
People usually assume that people who see illusions create them with their minds, but it might be not always the case. The research made by University of Exeter claims that illusions often happen because of our eyes.
Kate Yakimchuk science illusions brain Psychology 23 June 2023
People might learn to plan their future and predict things better: New research about planning
Are you good at planning things? The new research made by New York University claims that you can actually improve your skill of planning your future better.
Kate Yakimchuk planning expectations intelligence brain Psychology 22 June 2023
Why some cleaning solutions can be harmful for your health: It's sometimes better to clean with home-made solutions
Cleaning chemicals that you can buy are effective, but sometimes they are way too strong. An article published in The New York Times claims that lots of cleaning solutions can be pretty dangerous to our health if we use them too often.
Kate Yakimchuk health cleaning chemicals Helpful tips 22 June 2023
Why birds can't evolve further to become as intelligent as humans: Evolution has limits
Some varieties of birds are extremely intelligent: they can use tools, they can mimic human voices and live for many years. At the same time, they aren't as smart as humans, and research published on National Library of Medicine explains, why.
Kate Yakimchuk evolution birds bird facts intelligence Animals 22 June 2023
Conflicts affect kids less when fathers are constructive: The newest research
Conflict in marriages is inevitable and can strongly impact children's socioemotional development. A study published on APA PsycNet suggests that how parents, particularly dads, handle marital conflict can make a huge difference to children.
Kate Yakimchuk family children conflicts Psychology 22 June 2023
People who have strong bonds with their pets can still feel lonely: What pandemic tells us about loneliness
Having a pet can make your life better in many ways, but it doesn't mean that it will help you completely defeat loneliness. A new study published on Plos One explains why people who have pets usually don't feel less lonely.
Kate Yakimchuk pets pet owners pets facts mental health Animals 21 June 2023