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·June 13, 2018·4 min read

Cannabis Does Not Increase Suicidal Behavior in Psychiatric Patients

A new study contradicts existing data, finding there is no significant link between cannabis use and suicidal behavior in people with mental health disorders.

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·June 12, 2018·6 min read

Higher Empathy People Process Music Differently in the Brain

Researchers report people with higher empathy process music with greater involvement in the brain's reward system and areas of the brain associated with social information processing.

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·June 11, 2018·3 min read

What Makes Aggressive Mice So Violent?

Targeting a protein associated with addiction could help reduce aggression levels, researchers report.

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·June 11, 2018·5 min read

Hunger Can Lead to Anger, but It’s More Complicated Than a Drop in Sugar

According to researchers, feeling 'hangry' may be more than just a drop in blood sugar levels. A new study reports anger related to hunger may be an emotional response to environmental cues, personality and your biology.

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·June 8, 2018·4 min read

When Life Gives You Lemons, You Take More Risks

Researchers report exposure to sour foods can increase our desire to take a few risks. Risk averse people, such as those with anxiety disorders, could benefit from eating sour tasting foods to help boost risk taking behaviors, such as talking to new people.

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·June 7, 2018·3 min read

Bad News Becomes Hysteria in Crowds

Researchers reveal news stories about potential threats become more negative, hysterical and inaccurate when passed from person to person. The study reveals the effect is not counteracted by presenting people with more balanced and neutral facts.

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·June 7, 2018·5 min read

Human Encouragement Might Influence How Dogs Solve Problems

According to researchers, the behavior of the owner may influence dogs during problem solving tasks.

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·June 6, 2018·3 min read

Inside the Brains of Killer Bees

Researchers have identified neuropeptide alterations that occur in Africanized honeybee brains when they become aggressive.

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·June 5, 2018·5 min read

When it Comes to Recess, a Quality Playground Experience Matters

A new study reveals the quality of the playground experience during recess can have significant impact on a child's emotional well being, behavior and cognition.

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·June 5, 2018·4 min read

Important Questions Asked by Upcoming Horror Movie ‘Hereditary’

Researchers provide insight into the new horror movie 'Hereditary' and consider the question of whether mental illness can be inherited.

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·June 4, 2018·3 min read

A Sense of Disgust in Bonobos?

Researchers report bonobos express disgust when presented with contaminated food. The study reveals their curiosity transforms into caution when food is presented near feces or a bad smell.

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·June 2, 2018·3 min read

Dieting Associated With Risky Behavior in Teen Girls

According to researchers, teenage girls who diet are more likely to embark on unhealthy behaviors, such as binge drinking, smoking and skipping meals.