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These research articles involve many aspects of psychology such as cognitive psychology, depression studies, mental health, stress, happiness and neuropsychology, Scroll below for more specific categories.

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Examining the Effects of Extreme Precipitations on the Physical and Cognitive Development of Children

Extreme "weather shock" experiences that occur during the early stages of life have significant effects on the cognitive, behavioral, and often physical development of a child.

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Not Spooked by Halloween Ghost Stories? You May Have Aphantasia

Do you experience difficulties conjuring up visual images in your mind while listening to spooky stories? You may have aphantasia, researchers report.

Brain Circuitry for Both Positive and Negative Valence Affected by Trauma

The severity of PTSD symptoms was associated with fewer risky choices and increased activation of the amygdala. Decreased activity in the ventral striatum, an area of the brain associated with processing positive valence such as reward, predicted more severe PTSD symptoms 14 months post trauma.

Better Grades and Improved Well-Being Linked to Sleep Quantity and Consistency

Students who consistently sleep the optimal eight hours per night perform better on tests and report higher personal satisfaction than their peers who have more disrupted sleep patterns.

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Menstrual Cycle Impacts PTSD Symptoms

The menstrual cycle may affect how PTSD symptoms are expressed and the severity of symptoms. Researchers found PTSD symptoms were elevated during the first days of the cycle when estradiol levels were low, and fewer symptoms were experienced closer to ovulation.

Brain Monitoring Suggests Common Link Between Electrical Tremors and Mental Health Disorders

Theta activity in the brain is different following mistakes or challenging tasks in those with common mental health disorders including anxiety, ADHD, and OCD compared to those with no history of the disorders.

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Brain Connectivity Is Lower in Adults With PTSD or a History of Sexual Abuse

People who experienced sexual abuse or suffer from PTSD have reduced connectivity in the ventral and dorsal attention network (VAN-DAN network) compared to those with no history of abuse or PTSD.

Genetic Risk of Mental Health Conditions May Influence Where People Choose to Live

Genetic risk factors for certain mental health disorders may impact people's decisions regarding whether to live in urban areas or rural areas, a new study reports.

Sex, Drugs, and Genes: Moral Attitudes Share a Genetic Basis

A new study reveals there may be a common underlying genetic basis underlying a person's disapproval of non-committal sexual behaviors and condemnation of recreational drug use. Findings shed light on how heredity may relate to some of our deepest moral stances.