Study looks at how the brain finds meaning in metaphor
From the University of Arizona press release: You can grasp a hand. You can also grasp a concept. One is literal. One is metaphorical. Our brains know the difference, but would we be able to…
Study suggests just seeing reminders of coffee can stimulate the brain
From the University of Toronto press release: Just looking at something that reminds us of coffee can cause our minds to become more alert and attentive, according to a new University of Toronto study. “Coffee…
Study links parental support to how well millennials transition to college life
From the Taylor & Francis Group press release: Researchers show that how well parents or guardians support millennials’ psychological needs prior to their transition to college is an important predictor of their psychological well-being as…
Study suggests a simple strategy to improve your mood in 12 minutes
From the Iowa State University press release: We all have a remedy — a glass of wine or a piece of chocolate — for lifting our spirits when we’re in a bad mood. Rather than…
Study suggests sexual satisfaction among older people about more than just health
From the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine press release: Communication and being in a happy relationship, along with health, are important for sexual satisfaction among older people, according to new research published in PLOS…
Study suggests that decision-making style may affect satisfaction with partner
From the Society for Personality and Social Psychology press release: Your decision-making style — whether you make a “good enough” choice or seek to make the “best” possible choice among all possible options — influences…
Study suggests consumers view nutrition and health claims differently than regulators
From the University of Surrey press release: During this unique study an international team of researchers led by the University of Surrey investigated whether consumers in the United Kingdom, Slovenia, Germany, Spain and the Netherlands…
Study suggests problematic phone use can lead to less sleep and productivity
From the Queensland University of Technology press release: One in five women and one in eight men are now losing sleep due to the time they spend on their mobile phones, according to new QUT-led…
Study looks at how watching TV and movies helps people with attachment issues
From the Ohio State University press release: People who have trouble with romantic relationships may watch movies and TV shows for more than just a chance to escape from their lives for a bit. New…
Study suggests incidence of gesturing is related to storytelling style, not nationality
From the University of Alberta press release: There are many stereotypes about gesturing across cultures — the idea that Italians are prone to hand-talking, for example. But new research by University of Alberta scientists suggests…