From the University of Plymouth press release: New research has shown how parental engagement has a positive effect on a child’s academic attainment — regardless of age or socio-economic status. The study, conducted by the…
From the Virginia Commonwealth University press release: People with psychopathic traits are predisposed toward antisocial behavior that can result in “unsuccessful” outcomes such as incarceration. However, many individuals with psychopathic traits are able to control…
From the Massachusetts Institute of Technology press release: People who are accustomed to listening to Western music, which is based on a system of notes organized in octaves, can usually perceive the similarity between notes…
From the University of Colorado at Boulder press release: Women are quicker to take cover or prepare to evacuate during an emergency, but often have trouble convincing the men in their life to do so,…
From the Association for Psychological Science press release: Individuals who make concrete plans to meet their goals may engage in more physical activity, including visits to the gym, compared to those who don’t plan quite…
From the University of Tennessee at Knoxville press release: In marriage, conflict is inevitable. Even the happiest couples argue. And research shows they tend to argue about the same topics as unhappy couples: children, money,…
From the University of California – Santa Barbara press release: How people behave in one situation often tells us how they will act in others. A shy introvert in one place, for example, isn’t likely…
From the Brigham Young University press release: New research shows just how important positive childhood experiences are for our long-term health — especially for those who experience significant adversity as a child. Studies over the…
From the University of California – Riverside press release: If you are an introvert, force yourself to be an extravert. You’ll be happier. That’s the suggestion of the first-ever study asking people to act like…
From the Florida Atlantic University press release: Adolescents place a lot of emphasis on popularity and they are keenly aware of the difference between being liked and being popular. If forced to choose, many opt…