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Definition of Psychology: Psychology is the study of behavior in an individual, or group. Our psychology articles cover research in mental health, psychiatry, depression, psychology, schizophrenia, autism spectrum, happiness, stress and more.

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These research articles involve many aspects of psychology such as cognitive psychology, depression studies, mental health, stress, happiness and neuropsychology, Scroll below for more specific categories.

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Many Parents Still Believe Boys Are Better, More Competitive at Sports Than Girls

Gender stereotypes and double standards, where young female athletes are not taken as seriously as or treated differently than their male counterparts, persist, even among parents.

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Paranoia Is Another Byproduct of the Pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has sparked an increase of people reporting feelings of paranoia, especially in states where there is low adherence to mask mandates. Researchers report paranoia was associated with an increased acceptance of conspiracy theories, including believing anti-vaccine information and Q-Anon conspiracies.

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Perceptual Distortions in Late-Teens Predict Psychotic Symptoms in Mid-Life

Subtle differences in perception during teenage years predict the development of hallucinations, delusions, and psychosis later in life.

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More Than 1 in 4 Adults With a Previous Suicide Attempt Are Psychologically Flourishing

28.4% of people who had previously attempted suicide reported complete mental health, including being free of psychological problems for up to a year and improvements in life satisfaction spanning a month or more.

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Study Reveals the Relationship Between How We Feel and Our Views on Aging

Researchers share new insight on subjective age discordance, the difference between how old you feel and how old you would like to be. The study reports on days you feel closest to your ideal age, your mood is more positive.

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Empathy in Everyday Life

People will empathize with others when they recognize them as opportunities to show empathy, but often notice the feelings with others without flagging them as an opportunity to empathize.

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65+ and Lonely? Don’t Talk to Your Doctor About Another Prescription

Researchers say older adults who feel lonely are twice as likely to use opioids to control pain, and 2.5 times more likely to be prescribed anti-anxiety medications and sedatives than those who have a more socially active lifestyle.

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Machine Learning Used to Successfully Measure Attachment in Children

Artificial intelligence technology was able to accurately predict attachment in young children.

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Biomarker Could Help Diagnosis Schizophrenia at an Early Age

Study reveals an abundance of the CRMP2 protein in people with schizophrenia. The findings could lead to a blood-based biomarker test for the mental health disorder.

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Depression Isn’t Crying in the Corner

Study reveals how depression can impact workers, especially when it comes to disclosing information about their disorder.

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The Future of Psychedelic Science

From treating depression and other mental health disorders, to helping relieve chronic pain, researchers discuss the advantages and implications of psychedelic treatments.

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Americans With Higher Net Worth at Midlife Tend to Live Longer

People who are financially more comfortable during mid-life tend to live longer, researchers say.

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Schizophrenia and Schizotypal News

Research news involving schizotypal personality, anxiety, paranoia, unconventional thoughts and beliefs is covered.

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Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·July 27, 2021·3 min read

Perceptual Distortions in Late-Teens Predict Psychotic Symptoms in Mid-Life

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Featured Genetics Neuroscience Psychology

·July 26, 2021·3 min read

Biomarker Could Help Diagnosis Schizophrenia at an Early Age

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Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·July 17, 2021·3 min read

Hope For Psychosis Sufferers

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Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·July 16, 2021·3 min read

Blood Immune and Clotting Components Could Contribute to Psychosis

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Featured Genetics Neuroscience Psychology

·July 14, 2021·4 min read

Impairments Found In Neurons Derived From People With Schizophrenia and Genetic Mutation

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Featured Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·July 11, 2021·8 min read

Feeling Safe: An Effective Treatment for Paranoia

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Featured Genetics Neuroscience Psychology

·July 5, 2021·6 min read

Common Mechanism Underlies Some Behavioral Traits Seen in Autism and Schizophrenia

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Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·July 2, 2021·4 min read

Cannabinoid Pathway Linked to Psychiatric Disorders

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Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·June 30, 2021·4 min read

Abnormalities in How the Brain Reorganizes Prior Experiences Identified in Schizophrenia

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder News (PTSD)

PTSD research articles are listed here as well as news about stress, pain, fear, painful memories, trauma and mental health information.

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75% Of Sexual Assault Survivors Have PTSD One Month Later

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Study Identifies Genetic Risks for Suicide Death in Individuals With Bipolar Disorder

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Work Like a Dream: New Anticholinergic Drug Keeps PTSD Flashbacks and Nightmares Away

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Details Behind the Body’s Response to Stress Revealed

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Horror Films as a Reimagined Space for Healing

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Overcoming Long-Term Trauma Can Be Facilitated

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Trigger Warnings Can Worsen Traumatic Memories

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Same Drug Can Have Opposite Effects on Memory Depending on Sex

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How Spanking May Affect Brain Development in Children

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Large Number of COVID-19 Survivors Will Experience Cognitive Complications

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Brain Activity Can Predict Resilience Against Post-Traumatic Stress

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Poorer Mental Health Smolders After Deadly, Devastating Wildfire