Latest

Psychology News

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.

Sudden and Lasting Separation From Parent Can Permanently Alter Brain Development

Researchers report removing children from their parents can be detrimental for normal brain development, as well as having lasting psychological impact. The paper reports the Zero Tolerance immigration policy may cause trauma response in children, that will last a life time.

Your Brain Anatomy May Play a Role in Determining Your Food Choices

Gray matter volume in the dosolateral and ventromedial prefrontal cortex predicts whether you will choose a health food option or not, researchers report.

Stress Levels Change After Meditation

Researchers report meditation and yoga are more effective at reducing stress than Chi in soldiers. Additionally, those who meditate showed stronger executive control.

How do Horses Read Human Emotional Cues?

Whether a person is familiar to the animal or not, horses integrate human facial expressions and vocal tones to perceive human emotion, a new study reports.

Mindful Movement May Lower Stress and Anxiety

A new study reveals participating in mindful movement exercises can help to reduce stress, anxiety and feelings of sadness.

Daily Cannabis Use on the Rise in American Adults

While cannabis use is decreasing among teens, a new study reveals adults in the US are increasingly using marijuana on a daily basis.

No Proof Probiotics Ease Anxiety

Researchers find no evidence to back up the claim that probiotics can help to reduce anxiety.

Half of Those on Parkinson’s Drugs Develop Impulse Control Problems

A new study reports Parkinson's patients who take dopamine agonists are more likely to develop impulse control disorders.

Can Psychological Stress Cause Vision Loss?

Researchers report persistent psychological stress can contribute to the development and progression of vision loss.

New Insight Into Infant Handling by Young Bonobos

Researchers report young female bonobos prepare for motherhood by helping mother apes to take care of their young. Findings also show elevated levels of oxytocin in the urine of young females who help with parental style care of baby bonobos.

Study of 800 Millions Tweets Finds Distinct Daily Cycles in Our Thinking Patterns

Using AI to examine over 800 million tweets, researchers reveal how our mode of thinking alters during the course of the day. The study reports early morning tweets tend to be correlated with more logical thinking patterns, while middle of the night tweets tend to exhibit more existential concerns.

When Wandering Minds Are Just Fine

Contrary to popular belief, researchers report allowing your mind to wander in some situations does not result in failure of executive control or a dysfunctional cognitive state. People are able to strategically allow their minds to wander without impacting performance on a task.