Summary: Researchers devised a machine learning model that gauges a country’s peace level by analyzing word frequency in its news media. By studying over 723,000 articles from 18 countries, the…
Category: Psychology
Cognitive Maturity: 18 is the Threshold of Cognitive Adulthood
Summary: A new study sheds light on when adolescents start thinking like adults. Researchers found that executive function, critical for task-switching and focus, typically matures around 18 years old. Drawing…
Do Roosters Recognize Their Own Reflection? Self Awareness Explored
Summary: Chickens, often dismissed as simple-minded, are now at the forefront of a study on self-awareness. Researchers have observed roosters potentially recognizing themselves in mirrors. However, the success of this…
Afterlife Conversations: Healing Power in Grief’s Journey?
Summary: Interactions with the deceased, or ADCs, are reported by 30-34% of individuals. A recent study explored the effects of ADCs on those grieving a partner. The findings reveal that…
The Two Faces of Stress: Nurturing Resilience and Recognizing Overload
Summary: Stress, a reaction to demands, isn’t universally negative; it has its benefits. The positive side, eustress, can foster well-being and resilience. Researchers clarify that the difference between helpful and…
Curbing Overthinking in Teens Alters Brain Connectivity
Summary: Researchers revealed that Rumination-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (RF-CBT) can significantly reduce overthinking in teens. This treatment method, originally designed for adults with recurrent depression, has been adapted for younger…
Unlocking the Language of Emotion Through Body Movement
Summary: Researchers unlocked the language of human emotion expressed through body movements. By employing a blend of computing, psychology, and the arts, they curated a human movement dataset to enhance…
Schizophrenia Insights: Brain’s Search for Words Mirrors Animal Foraging Patterns
Summary: A new study suggests that the way our minds search for words and concepts in memory may parallel the age-old patterns animals use to hunt for food in their…
Choosing Ignorance: 40% Shun Consequence Knowledge for Selfish Gains
Summary: New research unveiled that when faced with a choice, 40% of individuals opt to remain ignorant about how their decisions impact others, often leveraging this unawareness to act more…
