From the University of Chicago press release by Bronwyn McDaniel: Classroom characteristics can make a difference in how students learn to apply themselves academically, research shows. Teachers know that students’ willingness to put in effort…
From the Canadian Medical Association Journal press release via EurekAlert!: Psychological distress was associated with a higher risk of death from stroke, according to a study published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal). Psychological distress…
From the Maharishi University of Management press release via EurekAlert!: Scientists trying to understand why some people excel — whether as world-class athletes, virtuoso musicians, or top CEOs — have discovered that these outstanding performers…
From the Association for Psychological Science press release: Discrimination felt by teenagers based on their social class background can contribute to physiologic changes associated with poorer health, according to a new study published online in…
From the NYU press release via Newswise: Fans of the New York Yankees incorrectly perceive Fenway Park, home of the archrival Boston Red Sox, to be closer to New York City than is Camden Yards,…
From the Kansas State University press release via HealthCanal: Everywhere you look there are troublemaking teenagers with nothing better to do this summer than cruise around town in packs. That’s a statement that makes Elaine…
From the UCSF press release via EurekAlert!: Loneliness – the unpleasant feeling of emptiness or desolation – can creep in and cause suffering to people at any age. But it can be especially debilitating to…
From the Association for Psychological Science press release: Whether it be growing concerns about bias or recognition of the value of diversity, many organizations and institutions have elected to deemphasize race or remove it entirely…
From the University of Michigan Health System press release via EurekAlert!: An experiment that Sigmund Freud could never have imagined 100 years ago may help lend scientific support for one of his key theories, and…
From the Northeastern University press release: Object manipulation or tool use is almost a uniquely human trait, said Dagmar Sternad, director of Northeastern’s Action Lab, a research group interested in movement coordination. “Not only does…