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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.

Too Much Sleep is Bad For the Brain

While the effects of sleep deprivation are well known, researchers discover sleeping too much could have a detrimental effect on your brain. A new study reports sleeping more than eight hours per night can reduce cognitive ability and reasoning skills.

Why Some Childhood Abuse Victims are More Prone to Developing Certain Mental Illnesses

According to researchers, the severity of mental health problems such as depression, anxiety and PTSD in childhood survivors of abuse may depend upon the time the abuse first took place, how long it lasted and the severity of the abuse. Sexual abuse of females also has a more detrimental effect on mental health than in males, the study reports.

Pinpointing Pathways that Impact Autism Features

Researchers have identified a brain signaling pathway that can be chemically manipulated to reverse an autism related pathway in genetically engineered mice. The effects, researchers report, ares able to be seen in adult mice, suggesting a possible route to developing medications for adults on the autism spectrum.

Club Drug GBH Associated with Brain and Cognitive Changes

According to researchers, regular use of the popular clubbing drug, GBH, can have negative effects on brain networks associated with both long term and working memory. Additionally, frequent use of the drug is associated with an increased risk of developing stress and anxiety.

Pregnant Women Recognize Baby Expressions Differently Depending on Mental Health History

Pregnant women with a history of bipolar disorder have a difficult time recognizing specific emotions in facial expressions, a new study reveals.

Education Improves Decision Making Ability

A new study reveals education can be leveraged to help enhance a person's economic rationality.

Diet and Weight May Affect Bipolar Treatment Response

Researchers report diet and weight may hinder the response to medications for some with bipolar disorder. The study found those who had a better quality of diet and lower BMI responded better to treatments than those who were overweight and ate foods that promoted inflammation.

Aging and Decision Making: Who Makes Riskier Decisions?

Researchers report older people may make riskier decisions than younger people.

Binge Drinking and Blackouts: The Sobering Truth About Lost Learning in Students

A new study reports on how binge drinking and alcohol related blackouts can have a dramatic impact on students' learning and memory. Researchers also consider the impact of drinking too much on social behaviors.

Hugs May Help Protect Against Conflict Related Distress

A new study reveals receiving a hug on a day when you experience interpersonal conflict can be a buffer against negative mood and distress.

Childhood Poverty May Have Lasting Effects on Cognitive Skills in Old Age

A new study reports on the detrimental impact childhood poverty has on cognition later in life. Researchers say those who grew up socially or economically disadvantaged are more likely to score lower on cognitive tests later in life.

Connection Between Cognitive Function and Diet

A new study reports the Ketogenic diet can help to improve cognition. The study reports the Ketogenic diet can help improve balance in the gut microbiome, lower blood glucose levels and increase the processes that help to clear amyloid beta from the brain.