FeaturedPsychology·April 15, 2018·4 min read2016 Election Triggered OCD-Like Symptoms in Some IndividualsA new study reveals the 2016 may have triggered OCD-like symptoms in some people. Researchers report some people are having politically focused intrusive thoughts and associated ritualistic behaviors due to political stressors.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 5, 2018·6 min readHow Brain’s Reward System Lessened Distress Over 2016 Election ResultsPeople who tended to be more depressed as a result of the 2016 election have less family support and decreased activity in two key regions of the brain's reward system, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·November 1, 2016·3 min readHow Ballot Design Impacts Voter BehaviorResearchers report the design of voting interfaces can have a significant impact on voter behavior.Read More
