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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.

Reading is a Team Lift As Different Brain Parts Work Together to Predict Proficiency

Researchers report the extent sensory specific parts of the brain connect functionally as a network during child development can help to predict their reading proficiency.

Teen Cannabis Use Not Without Risk to Cognitive Development

A new study reports the lasting effects of teen cannabis use can be observed on important cognitive function and appears to have a more pronounced effect than alcohol use on neurodevelopment.

Discovery of First Genetic Variants Associated with Meaning of Life

Researchers have identified two genetic variants for meaning in life and six genetic variants for happiness.

“Dark Triad” of Personality Reflected in Dreams

Researchers report those with dark triad personality traits tend to dream more about aggression and sex.

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Child Abuse May Leave Molecular Scars on Victims

Researchers identify distinctive methylation differences in 12 regions of the male genome between those who had faced abuse as children and those who did not. Scientists say the discovery of this biomarker could be used as a tool for criminal investigations into child abuse.

The Dire Consequences of Sleep Deprivation

A new study reveals sleep deprivation can seriously hinder memory. Researchers report one of the main reasons for mistakes and accidents in surgery, transportation and operating power plans appears to be a lack of sleep.

Americans Favor Female Politicians Over Males

According to researchers, both males and females favor female politicians, with men rating them significantly higher regardless of the topic they address. The study speculates the current political environment may have re-balanced politics in favor of women.

AI Can Better Predict Why Children Struggle at School

Researchers have developed a new machine learning algorithm that can identify clusters of learning difficulties which did not match the previous diagnosis children had been given.

Virtual Reality Reduces Pain and Increases Performance During Exercise

Researchers report virtual reality can help to lower pain levels and increase performance when undertaking physical activity. Participants using VR reported a pain intensity 10% lower than those not using the technology when performing isometric bicep curls.