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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.

Brain Changes Found in Self-Injuring Teen Girls Similar to BPD

A new neuroimaging study reveals the brains of teenage girls who self harm show similar features to adults with borderline personality disorder.

Lack of Exercise Impacts Mental Health

Researchers report exercise helps improve overall health and mental health.

What Mass Shootings do to Those Not Shot: Social Consequences of Gun Violence

Researchers report on the social and psychological consequences exposure to mass shootings have on survivors, first responders and the community as a whole.

Strongest Evidence Yet That Obesity Causes Depression

A new study reports obesity can significantly increase the risk of depression, even in the absence of other health problems.

Brain Signature of Depressed Mood Identified

A new study reveals common brain activity patterns associated with depressive moods.

Brain Activity Pattern May Be Early Sign of Schizophrenia

Researchers have identified abnormalities in specific neural networks that may be a biomarker to predict the risk of developing schizophrenia.

Unraveling a Genetic Network Linked to Autism

Using CRISPR techniques, researchers have uncovered a genetic network linked to autism.

Women Who Give Birth to Boys More Likely to Develop Postnatal Depression

A new study reports women who give birth to boys are at a 79% increased risk of developing postnatal depression than those who birth girls. Researchers also note that women who experience birth complications are 174% more likely to develop PND.

It Turns Out There is No “Type” in Type A Personality

Researchers say there is no "type" in the common pop psychology concept of a "Type A" personality.

Glimpses Into Brain Uncover Neurological Basis for Processing Social Information

Researchers shed light on how the mammalian brain processes critical social information.

Disrupted Circadian Rhythms May Drive Anxiety and Exacerbate Brain Disorders

Researchers report sleep disruptions may not only be a symptom of neurological diseases, circadian rhythm disruptions may drive the brain pathology that contributes to anxiety, dementias and other disorders.

Happy Childhood Memories Linked to Better Health in Later Life

Adults with happy childhood memories report better physical health and lower instances of depression than those with less positive early memories, a new study reports.