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·June 1, 2023·11 min read

Untangling the Human Mind: The Interplay Between Cognition and Personality

This study revolutionizes our understanding of human individuality, shedding light on the diverse tapestry of the human mind.

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·June 1, 2023·4 min read

Untangling the Human Mind: The Interplay Between Cognition and Personality

Researchers make strides in mapping the complex interplay between human cognition and personality traits. This study synthesized data from over 1,300 studies globally, representing 2 million participants, to examine how personality traits and cognitive abilities intertwine.

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·June 1, 2023·5 min read

Empathy’s Influence on Drinking Patterns

A recent study reports a surprising correlation between daily affective empathy and alcohol consumption. The study found that on days when people experienced higher levels of affective empathy (empathy based on shared emotional experiences) than usual, they tended to consume more alcohol.

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·June 1, 2023·3 min read

Sleep Apnea and Its Link to Alzheimer’s Associated Brain Changes

A new study uncovers a new link between sleep apnea and brain volume in Alzheimer's susceptible regions. The study found that people with Alzheimer's disease-linked amyloid plaques and severe sleep apnea were more likely to have reduced volumes in memory-associated regions of the brain, like the hippocampus.

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·June 1, 2023·4 min read

Getting the Skinny on Cannabis Use: The Effect of Cannabis on Weight and Metabolism

Researchers shed light on the enigma of cannabis users tending to be leaner and less diabetes-prone despite appetite stimulation. The study shows that cannabis exposure during adolescence disrupts energy balance and adipose organ (fat storage) homeostasis.

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·June 1, 2023·6 min read

Intelligence and Decision-Making: Do Smarter People Really Think Faster?

Researchers made a startling discovery about intelligence and decision-making speed. Their findings indicate that those with higher IQs are quicker when solving simple tasks, but take more time to resolve complex problems compared to those with lower IQs.

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·June 1, 2023·4 min read

Unexpected Role of Immune Autoantibodies in Schizophrenia

The researchers identified autoantibodies against the synaptic protein neurexin 1α in about 2% of patients with schizophrenia.

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·June 1, 2023·6 min read

Hippocampal Neurons Hold Key to Social Recognition

Using a new experimental paradigm in mice, the study showed that the CA1 region plays an essential role in individual recognition.

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·June 1, 2023·6 min read

Depression’s Immune System Connection

The research reveals that a higher proportion of MDD patients than previously believed may have an immune component to their condition.

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·June 1, 2023·6 min read

Greener Diet, Younger Brain: Mediterranean Diet Slows Brain Aging

Recent research indicates that a green Mediterranean diet can slow down brain aging. A new study found weight loss related to this diet reduced the aging of participants' brains.

·May 30, 2023·11 min read

Meditation Diminishes Bias Toward Negative Information

The practice of regular mindfulness meditation allows people to better process uncomfortable emotions, thus enabling them to handle negative information more objectively.

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·May 30, 2023·4 min read

Meditation Diminishes Bias Toward Negative Information

A new study reveals that daily mindfulness meditation can help reduce individuals' tendency to avoid negative information. The practice of regular mindfulness meditation allows people to better process uncomfortable emotions, thus enabling them to handle negative information more objectively.

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