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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.

Sleepiness Can Have a Negative Impact on Your Social Life

Higher levels of sleepiness were associated with a reduction in both social activities and the amount of time people engage in social events. Social activities in the afternoons were linked to increased sleepiness following the engagement and longer sleep duration at night. Higher levels of social interaction at night were linked to reduced immediate sleepiness and shorter overall sleep duration.

Protective Factor Against Psychological Trauma Discovered

The NTRK2 gene has been implicated in resilience to developing PTSD following psychologically traumatic events. Previous studies outlined the role NTRK2 plays in memory formation. Those with increased regulation of the gene developed fewer traumatic memories following traumatic experiences.

Computer IDs Differences in Brains of Patients With Schizophrenia or Autism

Using data from MRI brain scan images, machine learning was 85% accurate at providing a diagnosis of psychiatric disorders that matched psychiatrists' assessments. The algorithm could also distinguish between patients with ASD, schizophrenia, risk factors for psychosis, and those with no history of mental health problems.

Targeted Treatment for Depression Could Benefit Patients With Psychosis

Depression treatments, including antidepressants, may be effective first-line treatments for psychosis if used in combination with established interventions for the condition.

Stress and Anger May Exacerbate Heart Failure

Anger and stress result in worse baseline diastolic pressure and function. Findings demonstrate a link between stress, anger, and an increased risk of a cardiac event.

Study Identifies Social Connection as the Strongest Protective Factor for Depression

Active social connection is the strongest protective factor for depression, a new study reports. Additionally, reducing sedentary activities such as watching TV or taking a nap can also help lower depression risk.

Study Uncovers the Molecular Events by Which Popular Antidepressants Work

Activity of the c-Fos gene begins the increase on the ninth day of exposure to antidepressants. By day 14, mice showed behavioral changes associated with SSRI use. This may explain why suicide rates drop after nine days of treatment, and symptoms of depression improve after three weeks.

Meditation-Relaxation Therapy May Offer Escape From the Terror of Sleep Paralysis

Meditation and relaxation may provide relief to those suffering sleep paralysis, a new pilot study reports.

Young Children Would Rather Explore Than Get Rewards

Compared to adults, children continue to explore other options than using knowledge to capitalize on reward, to see if the value has changed. Children approach exploration systematically to make sure they don't miss anything.

Smiling Can Trick Your Mind Into Being More Positive

The facial muscle activity it takes to smile helps to generate more positive emotions.

Jealous Feelings Can Act as a Tool to Strengthen Friendships

Jealousy can be a useful tool in maintaining friendships, a new study report. Feelings of jealousy were linked to the value of the friendship and motivated behaviors to retain the relationship.

GI Symptoms Linked to Behavioral Problems in Children, Especially Those With Autism

Preschool-aged children on the autism spectrum were 2.7 times more likely to experience gastrointestinal problems, including pain, diarrhea, constipation, and vomiting than their typically developing peers. Almost 50% of those with ASD reported frequent GI symptoms, compared to 18% of those without the disorder. 30% of autistic children experienced multiple GI symptoms. Multiple GI problems were associated with sleep and attention problems, as well as self-harm, aggression, and repetitive behaviors in both children with ASD and those not on the autism spectrum.

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Protective Factor Against Psychological Trauma Discovered

Computer IDs Differences in Brains of Patients With Schizophrenia or Autism

Targeted Treatment for Depression Could Benefit Patients With Psychosis

Stress and Anger May Exacerbate Heart Failure

Study Uncovers the Molecular Events by Which Popular Antidepressants Work

Meditation-Relaxation Therapy May Offer Escape From the Terror of Sleep Paralysis

Young Children Would Rather Explore Than Get Rewards

Smiling Can Trick Your Mind Into Being More Positive

Jealous Feelings Can Act as a Tool to Strengthen Friendships

GI Symptoms Linked to Behavioral Problems in Children, Especially Those With Autism

New Tool Maps Brain Signals with Unprecedented Clarity

Bright Light, Sharper Mind: Lighting Affects Cognition

AI Enhances Early Screening for Dry Eye Disease

Cycle of Decline: Neuron Aging in Alzheimer’s Unraveled

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