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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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Meditative Practice and Spiritual Wellbeing May Preserve Cognitive Function in Aging

Kirtan Kriya, a simple meditation practice that centers on psychological and spiritual wellbeing, may help to reduce some Alzheimer's related risk factors and improve cognition in older adults. Read More

Does Driving Wear You Out? You Might Be Experiencing ‘Accelerousal’

If you feel anxious while at the wheel, you are more likely to feel exhaustion when you arrive at your destination, a new study reports. Read More

Intoxication Brings Strangers Physically Closer

Strangers who drink together start off at a distance, but move closer together as they become more intoxicated, a new study reports. Read More

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Implanted Wireless Device Triggers Mice to Form Instant Bond

A new wireless, battery-less brain implant that harnesses optogenetics can manipulate social interactions in mice. Read More

Serotonin Transporters Increase When Depression Fades

Neuroimaging revealed serotonin transporter levels increased in people who were in recovery from depression following cognitive behavioral therapy. Read More

Understanding Family Members’ Grief for a Living Loved One

Family members of people with dementia are more likely to experience severe pre-loss grief than family members of those with cancer. Read More

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Popping Toys, the Latest Fidget Craze, Might Reduce Stress for Adults and Children Alike

The new craze of "popping toys" may help provide relief from stress and anxiety in both adults and children, researchers report. Read More

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Head to Toe: Study Reveals Brain Activity Behind Missed Penalty Kicks

Soccer players who feel anxious at the thought of kicking a penalty kick and who miss the goal show more activity in the prefrontal cortex. Overthinking the shot, researchers say, could play a role in missing a goal. Read More

Some Meat Eaters Disgusted by Meat

7% of meat-eaters report feeling a "strong disgust" response to images of common meat-based dishes. Read More

Feeling Younger Buffers Older Adults From Stress, Protects Against Health Decline

Older people who feel or act younger than their biological age tend to have better cognitive function, lower stress, and less inflammation than their peers who feel their age. Read More

Partners of People With Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder Have Often a Mental Disorder

Almost fifty percent of people who have children with partners suffering from schizophrenia or bipolar disorder also have mental health challenges, a new study reports. Read More

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A Touch From a Conversing Robot Is Linked to Positive Emotional State

People who were touched by conversational humanoid robots report positive emotional states and were more likely to comply with requests made by the robot. Read More

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