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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·July 5, 2026·9 min read

          Psychedelic Trips Can Halt Political Hate

          The collective cultural mood surrounding a psychedelic experience shapes its psychological aftermath. Participants whose most intense trips occurred on the Fourth of July reported a long-term decrease in support for partisan violence, while those whose experiences coincided with national party conventions or election season demonstrated an increase in violent partisan support.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·July 21, 2025·7 min read

          FoMO and Dark Personalities Drive Online Political Engagement

          A large cross-national study examined how psychopathy, narcissism, fear of missing out (FoMO), and cognitive ability influence online political participation. Across eight countries, people high in psychopathy and FoMO consistently engaged more in digital political activities, while narcissism predicted participation only in some contexts.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·April 25, 2025·5 min read

          Facts Can Heal Divides, Not Just Deepen Them

          A new study challenges the belief that exposure to facts only deepens political divisions. Researchers found that when Americans were presented with balanced, credible information about gun control, and incentivized to engage with it, they retained the facts and even revised their views.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·October 18, 2024·8 min read

          When Does Election Debunking Work? New Model Provides Insights

          A study using a computational model reveals factors that influence whether debunking efforts about disputed election results will persuade people to change their beliefs. The model shows that debunking is more likely to succeed when individuals are less certain of their original beliefs and perceive the authority as unbiased and motivated by accuracy.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·September 30, 2024·6 min read

          Extreme Political Views Drive Higher Belief in Misinformation

          A new study reveals that users with extreme political views are more likely to encounter and believe online misinformation. The research shows that misinformation spreads across the political spectrum, but its impact is most pronounced among those with conservative or liberal extremes.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·July 29, 2024·3 min read

          Study Reveals Shared Values Among US Voters Despite Political Divide

          New research reveals that most American voters, regardless of political affiliation, share similar values, but fail to recognize their common ground. This misperception exacerbates societal conflict and pessimism about the future. When shown evidence of their shared values, participants felt more hopeful and trusting towards the other side. The study calls for media and social scientists to highlight these commonalities to reduce perceived polarization.
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          ·July 16, 2024·3 min read

          Overestimation of Opponents’ Immorality Fuels Political Divide

          A study reveals that Democrats and Republicans overestimate how much the opposing party approves of clearly immoral acts like theft or animal abuse. This "basic morality bias" is evident in social media posts and survey results, leading to increased political animosity.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·July 8, 2024·6 min read

          Personality Politics: What Makes a Successful Politician?

          A new study identifies humor, charm, and courage as crucial traits for successful politicians. Researchers found that aspiring politicians embark on challenging careers driven by a mix of ambition, idealism, and sometimes narcissism. Key qualities like charm, decision-making skills, and verbal prowess are essential for political success. The study also highlights the limited and often inadequate preparation for ministerial roles, suggesting reforms for better governance.
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          ·May 3, 2024·3 min read

          Stress-Induced Brain Chemistry Changes Linked to Political Radicalism

          A new study explores how brain chemistry influences political opinions through the "threat-based neural switch theory." This theory suggests that stress from economic crises and wars enhances susceptibility to simple, often radical, political messages by altering brain processes.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·April 29, 2024·5 min read

          How Politicians’ Smiles Can Swing Voter Support

          The type of smile displayed by political leaders can significantly sway voter preferences and support for their political agendas. The study distinguished between 'reward' and 'affiliative' smiles, analyzing their effects on voter reactions to leaders from the 2019 UK general election.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·November 22, 2023·5 min read

          Partisan Media Bias Shapes AI Sentiment

          Researchers uncovered how partisan media sentiment influences public perception of artificial intelligence (AI). They analyzed over 7,500 articles from both liberal and conservative media, finding that liberal-leaning media exhibit more negative sentiment towards AI than conservative media.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePainPsychology
          ·November 10, 2023·5 min read

          Aching for Accord: Pain Influences Politics

          Research reveals an unusual correlation between pain sensitivity and political openness. Pain-sensitive individuals tend to endorse values and show support for politicians typically associated with the opposing political camp.
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          Aging Brains Maintain Robust Language Networks Despite Cognitive Decline

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          Youth Protein TIMP2 Restores Immune Function in the Aging Brain

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