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Engagement matters: A new study on students' success
People tend to work better and achieve better results when they actually enjoy what they're doing - everyone knows that. A new study has tested how engagement affects students and their academic success, and this rule seems to work for them as well.
Kate Yakimchuk research engagement student success Psychology 10 November 2023
Students are depressed: A new study on anxiety and depression of students
Lots of modern students face anxiety or depression, and it seems to be a quite widespread thing these days. Depression and anxiety are increasingly affecting college students, and a recent study suggests that these issues may be more pronounced for students of different races at predominantly white colleges.
Kate Yakimchuk research depression student Psychology 26 October 2023
Shy kids do language tasks differently: A new study
A recent study found that shyness can affect how well a child does in language tests, depending on how much social interaction the test needs. Shy kids tend to be quieter and less talkative in everyday life, and this can make it tough to assess their language skills accurately.
Kate Yakimchuk research shyness children personality Psychology 18 October 2023
Students are stressed, but bored during exams: A surprising study on boredom
A group of experts from different countries wanted to understand why students feel bored during tests. They looked into this because, surprisingly, nobody had really studied it properly before.
Kate Yakimchuk research boredom Psychology 6 September 2023
Psychologist's Explanation: What is Dyslexia
Dyslexia is a disorder in which it is difficult for a person to learn to read and write and then use these skills. For example, he can confuse and swap letters when writing, have difficulty understanding long words, read and write very slowly, and quickly get tired of these activities.
Diana Dashkevich brain facts Psychology 20 August 2023
Students who repeat a grade face more bullying: A new study
Repeating a grade is a pretty stressful experience on its own, but it can become even worse when a student faces bullying. A new study published in PLOS Medicine reveals that students who have repeated a grade are at higher risk of becoming victims of bullying across countries worldwide.
Kate Yakimchuk research children bullying Psychology 13 August 2023
Online teaching feels different: How online schooling affects kids
While having an opportunity to study from home is amazing, it affects children differently than regular in-person classes. Surprisingly, it's not about the quality of information or teaching - it's more about stress and environment of students.
Kate Yakimchuk research internet Psychology 3 August 2023
Tips from a Psychologist: How to start communicating in a new team
On the first day, the main thing is to be introduced to those with whom you will have to communicate most often and work in close cooperation. Try to remember them. Even better, write down briefly who is called and who is responsible for what. If you have not been introduced, do not hesitate to come up and get to know yourself.
Diana Dashkevich work communication advices Psychology 1 August 2023
Teenagers with purpose in life have higher grades: A new study
While some people perform well under pressure or pursuing happiness, others need more inspirational goals to study and work better. Encouraging teens to focus on feeling more capable and purposeful, rather than solely pursuing happiness, may have a really positive impact on both their grades and mental health.
Kate Yakimchuk research student goals Psychology 27 July 2023
Expert Opinion: How Dogs Affect People's Mental Health
Domestic dogs primarily deliver positive emotions to their owners, but they also help them maintain good physical shape. Regular walks, games and activities with pets contribute to the training of the cardiovascular, musculoskeletal and nervous systems of a person.
Diana Dashkevich pets dogs pets facts Animals 25 July 2023
The Psychologist's Explanation: Where Rage and Anger Come From
Rage is an extremely powerful feeling. In anger, a person even ceases to feel pain. And due to the sharp release of energy, it becomes stronger. In fact, the body comes into a state of combat readiness.
Diana Dashkevich mental health emotions anger facts Psychology 13 July 2023
New Study: What Helps Students Manage Stress and Burnout Effectively
Stress during study is a common problem that needs to be controlled and addressed. In the article we will tell you what exactly can improve the emotional state of students.
Diana Dashkevich student burnout mental health facts studies Psychology 7 July 2023
Music for studying and sleeping are quite similar: A new study shows lots of similarities between music that helps us concentrate and relax
Do you listen to music when you need to learn something new or sleep better? Lots of people do - and that's why a team of researchers has studied the similarities between these different types of music.
Kate Yakimchuk music research sleep Psychology 6 July 2023