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·September 13, 2022·5 min read

US Presidential Narcissism Linked to Longer Wars

Evaluating former United States presidents, researchers report wars last longer under presidents who score highest on narcissistic personality traits.

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·June 6, 2022·4 min read

Cannabis Users Can Misperceive How Well Their Romantic Relationships Are Functioning

Cannabis users are less aware of unhealthy behaviors they exhibit, including using demands, criticisms, and being avoidant, when in a relationship conflict.

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·March 3, 2020·3 min read

The neural processes behind our desire for revenge

During a conflict between two groups, oxytocin levels increase, influencing the medial prefrontal cortex. This results in a greater feeling of empathy among the group and a desire to seek revenge on rivals. The findings shed light on how conflict contagion can occur in social groups.

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·July 3, 2019·3 min read

Infants 10 to 16 months old prefer those who yield in conflicts

In staged confrontations between two puppets, infants under 18 months preferred the one who deferred. However, older children preferred the victors.

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·October 4, 2018·3 min read

Hugs May Help Protect Against Conflict Related Distress

A new study reveals receiving a hug on a day when you experience interpersonal conflict can be a buffer against negative mood and distress.

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·June 26, 2017·4 min read

Lack of Sleep and Fighting With Partner Increases Inflammation

According to researchers, couples who fight following a lack of sleep expressed higher inflammation levels in blood samples.

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·February 18, 2017·6 min read

Good Sleep May Promote Positive Experiences and Reduce Conflict

Better quality sleep is linked to improved emotions and fewer stressors the next day, a new study reports.