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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.

Evolutionary Changes in Brain May Have Led to Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder

According to researchers, neuropsychiatric disorders such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia could be a byproduct of evolution.

Exercise Can Help Beat Cocaine Addiction

A new study reveals exercise can help to prevent relapse in those with cocaine addition.

Specific Brain Circuits Tied to Sociability: Mouse Study

A new study implicates serotonin neurons in the nucleus accumbens with social behavior in mouse models of ASD. When serotonin release was triggered, researchers noted social behaviors normalized.

For Young Adults, Mom Still Matters

A new study reports, when faced to make a decision that benefits either a close friend or parent, young adults tend to put family first.

Video Game May Improve Empathy in Middle Schoolers

Researchers report a new video game aimed at middle school children can help boost empathy and prosocial behavior. The study reports children exposed to the game showed greater connectivity between brain networks linked to emotional regulation and perspective taking.

Male Birds Sing Less to Females on Antidepressants

A new study reports male songbirds sing less to females during courtship if they have been exposed to low levels of SSRI antidepressants.

Individuality is Influenced by Relations: Mouse Study

Researchers reveal social activity and the activity of dopaminergic neurons contribute to individuality in mice.

Sequenced Fox Genome Hints at Genetic Basis of Behavior

A new study sheds light on the genetic basis of fox behaviors and, researchers say, the findings could have implications for human behavior. The study reports the SorCS1 gene contributes to social behaviors in foxes.

Why 419 Scams Continue to Dupe Us

Researchers report 419 scams are still successful as they play on our human vulnerability and optimism.

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Math + Good Posture = Better Scores

A new study reveals sitting up straight can improve your performance in math. Slumping, researchers say, is a defensive posture that can trigger old negative associations.