From the PLOS press release: A new analysis of how people prioritize their attention when determining safety and danger in busy settings, such as crossing a road, suggests that a person will pay more attention…
From the Society for Consumer Psychology press release: Impulsive shopping can be a costly vice for people who are eager to escape emotional pain, but researchers have now discovered a strategy for increasing self-control in…
From the Iowa State University press release: Striking a power pose before an important meeting or interview is not going to boost your confidence or make you feel more powerful, says an Iowa State University…
From the American Academy of Neurology press release: Young adults who experience annual income drops of 25 percent or more may be more at risk of having thinking problems and reduced brain health in middle…
From the Association for Psychological Science press release: Most people want to eat healthier, but efforts to encourage healthy eating by providing nutrition information have not drastically changed habits. A new study suggests that labels…
From the Penn State press release: Relaxing is supposed to be good for the body and soul, but people with anxiety may actively resist relaxation and continue worrying to avoid a large jump in anxiety…
From the University of Arizona press release: Young people who are hooked on their smartphones may be at an increased risk for depression and loneliness, according to a new study from the University of Arizona.…
From the University of Missouri-Columbia press release: On a first date, people focus on making a good first impression. But when someone brags about themselves constantly, that person is often exhibiting some level of arrogance.…
From the University at Buffalo press release: Preparing elementary school students for active citizenship in an increasingly digital world requires introducing them to the latest technologies, but engaging those same kids in the classroom and…
From the Elsevier press release: A new study in Comprehensive Psychiatry, published by Elsevier, is the first to compare professional electronic sport (esport) players with recreational video game players and explores the similarities and differences between…