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·February 10, 2017·4 min read

Study Links Brain Stem Volume and Aggression in Autism

Researchers have identified a correlation between brain stem volume and aggressive behavior in children with autism. Smaller brain stems appear to be associated with an increased likelihood of aggression.

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·January 10, 2017·5 min read

Revenge is Sweet: The Mood Enhancing Effect of Retaliation

A new study reflects upon how retaliation can lift mood when a person feels ostracized.

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·December 31, 2016·4 min read

Men Who Buy Sex Have Much in Common With Sexually Coercive Men

A new study reports men who buy sex have less empathy for female prostitutes than those who don't. Additionally, those who use prostitutes share some key characteristics with men at risk for committing sexually violent acts.

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·December 30, 2016·6 min read

Researchers Urge Caution Around Psilocybin Use

While many people reported a 'bad trip' when taking psilocybin containing mushrooms, most report experiencing meaningful and worthwhile experiences while under the influence.

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·December 27, 2016·5 min read

Family Arguments Over The Holidays? Replaying Them in Detail May Be the Best Way to Cope

Replaying arguments in your head can be therapeutic and can prevent feelings of anxiety, researchers report.

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·December 27, 2016·5 min read

Oxytocin Enhances Social Affiliation in Chimps

Oxytocin enhances group affiliation and helps chimps to stand by one another against rivals, a new study reports.

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·November 16, 2016·6 min read

Fight Club: Specific Types of Serotonin Neurons Modulate Aggression

Researchers have identified two groups of serotonin neurons that may help to suppress aggression in mice.

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·October 4, 2016·6 min read

Early Alcohol Exposure Linked to Future Psychological Disorders

Children who start drinking alcohol between the ages of 11 and 13 are at greater risk of developing psychiatric disorders later in life, a new study reports.

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·September 14, 2016·3 min read

Study Reveals Link Between Aggression and Way People Walk

A new study reports the way a person walks may reveal how aggressive they are.

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·August 10, 2016·4 min read

‘Aggressive Drunk’ Gene May Protect Carriers From Obesity and Associated Risks

A new study suggests carriers of a genetic mutation in the serotonin 2B receptor may be protected from obesity and insulin resistance.

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·July 6, 2016·4 min read

Decreased Connectivity Between Brain Regions For Those With Anger Disorder

According to a new study, people with impulsive aggression have a weakened connection between areas of the brain associated with language processing, social interaction and sensory input.

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·June 29, 2016·4 min read

Motivation to Bully is Regulated by Brain’s Reward Circuits

Researchers report bullying behavior activates primary reward circuits in the brain, making it a pleasurable behavior to a certain subset of individuals.