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To savor the flavor, perform a short ritual first

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From the Association for Psychological Science media release: Birthday celebrations often follow a formula, including off-key singing, making a birthday wish while blowing out candles, and the ceremonial cutting of the birthday cake. New research… 

Prisoners doing yoga may see psychological benefits

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From the Oxford University media release: Yoga can improve mood and mental wellbeing among prisoners, an Oxford University study suggests, and may also have an effect on impulsive behaviour. The researchers found that prisoners after… 

Don’t worry, be healthy

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From the Johns Hopkins Medicine media release: People with cheerful temperaments are significantly less likely to suffer a coronary event such as a heart attack or sudden cardiac death, new Johns Hopkins research suggests. Previous… 

Vitamins and minerals can boost energy and enhance mood

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From the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) media release: Vitamin and mineral supplements can enhance mental energy and well-being not only for healthy adults but for those prone to anxiety and depression, according to a… 

Study examines effect of psychology on markets

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From the Caltech press release via EurekAlert!: When it comes to economics versus psychology, score one for psychology. Economists argue that markets usually reflect rational behavior—that is, the dominant players in a market, such as… 

Study examines reasons for nostalgia

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From the Carnegie Mellon University press release via HealthCanal: The present often compares poorly to the past. When looking back on the movies, television shows, road trips and life more generally, we often perceive our…