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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.

Ultrasound Helps to Unlearn Fear

Researchers used targeted ultrasound to dampen the amygdala, slowing fear formation and speeding up "unlearning." This non-invasive method could revolutionize exposure therapy for PTSD and anxiety.

Blocking NOX-1 Extends Ketamine’s Effectiveness for Depression

Researchers have identified the NOX-1 enzyme as the reason ketamine's antidepressant effects are short-lived. By blocking NOX-1, they extended the drug's benefits from days to weeks.

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Can Deep Brain Stimulation Unlock Treatment-Resistant Depression?

Researchers are testing Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for treatment-resistant depression. By acting as a "brain pacemaker," the device targets white matter to help patients who haven't found relief from standard medications or therapy.

Stress Shift: From Alarm Mode to Reflection in 60 Minutes

A new study identifies a "resilience window" 60 minutes after stress. While physical stress fades quickly, the brain's high-order recovery peaks an hour later, marking a shift from threat detection to internal reflection.

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Machine Learning is Making Personality Tests 4x Faster

Researchers used machine learning to streamline the DISC personality test, reducing it from 40 questions to 10 with 91% accuracy. The AI approach also identifies complex "blended" personality traits that traditional methods miss.

“Magic” of Play: Why Adults Should Stop Telling Kids How to Have Fun

Researchers surveyed 504 children to define "good play" from a kid's perspective. The study identifies seven key factors, including "play feeling" and "transgression," and warns that adult interference often ruins the experience.

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How AI “Sycophancy” Warps Human Judgment

A new study finds that AI chatbots are "sycophants" that affirm users 49% more than humans do. This constant flattery makes users more certain of their own biases and less likely to repair real-world relationships.

Repetition is Key: Eating the Same Meals Speeds Up Weight Loss

A 12-week study shows that repeating the same meals leads to greater weight loss. By reducing decision fatigue, "routinized eating" helps people lose 5.9% of their body weight compared to 4.3% for those eating varied diets.

ADHD Medication May Shield Against Psychosis

A massive study of 700,000 people shows that ADHD medication in childhood does not increase the risk of psychosis. In fact, starting treatment before age 13 may help protect against schizophrenia in adulthood.

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Why Human Babies Evolved to Be So Dependent

A new study suggests that human infant helplessness is a unique evolutionary trait that drives social collaboration. By being sensory-rich but motor-poor, human babies are "designed" to trigger the deep social bonds and care systems that make us human.

Does Nature Really Help Reduce Negative Emotions?

A systematic review researchers confirms that nature exposure significantly boosts brain health and reduces negative emotions. The findings advocate for "Nature Rx" as a vital public health tool for an increasingly urbanized world.

Depression and Gut Issues Linked to Future PSP

A new study identified five key risk factors for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), including depression 10 years pre-diagnosis. The findings suggest the disease develops silently for a decade before motor symptoms appear.