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Cold temperatures perceived in a photo increase cognitive control

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From the American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev press release: Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) researchers have demonstrated that the perception of cold temperatures elicits greater cognitive control, even from a photo. “Metaphorical phrases… 

Study suggests dogs capable of human perspective

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From the Veterinärmedizinische Universität Wien press release: Humans are able to interpret the behaviour of others by attributing mental states to them (and to themselves). By adopting the perspectives of other persons, they can assume their… 

The secret to staying motivated

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From the Society for Consumer Psychology press release: Have you ever started off well on a new goal such as losing weight or saving more money, only to find that motivation fizzles after a period… 

Lack of leisure: Is busyness the new status symbol?

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From the Journal of Consumer Research press release: Long gone are the days when a life of material excess and endless leisure time signified prestige. According to a new study in the Journal of Consumer… 

Video games can influence sexist attitudes

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From the Iowa State University press release: There are distinct similarities in the way women are portrayed in many popular video games. Female characters are typically attractive, scantily clad, appear in sexually suggestive ways and…