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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.

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Are Smarter Animals Bigger Troublemakers?

Researchers examined the role of animal cognition in different types of human-wildlife conflict. The study reveals some animals may take more risks if they habituate urban surroundings.

Helicopter Parenting May Negatively Affect Emotional Well-Being and Behavior of Children

Researchers report children whose parents are over-controlling, or Helicopter Parents, had poorer emotional and behavioral regulation by the age of 5.

Gut Microbes May Contribute to Depression and Anxiety in Obesity

Researchers report a link between gut bacteria and psychological distress associated with obesity. Switching mice to high fat diets, researchers reported the animals experienced more depressive and anxiety symptoms. These were improved when antibiotics that alter the gut bacteria were administered.

Piglet Study Sheds Light of How Stress is Bad For Your Body

A new study reports early life stress in pigs impacts their health, specifically their GI tract, later in life. The findings could have implications for developing new stress relieving therapies in humans.

How Intensive Instruction Changes Brain Circuitry in Struggling Readers

Eight weeks of specialized tutoring helps strengthen white matter connections in those with dyslexia, helping to improve reading performance, researchers say.

A Father’s Day Reminder: Your Kids Aren’t Really Growing Up Quickly

Researchers explore why our time perception alters and why we think our children are growing up faster than they actually are.

Neurons that Rewire Traumatic Memories

Researchers have identified neurons in the dentate gyrus that help to reprogram lasting traumatic memories.

Social Rejection Can Lead to Violence But, Mindfulness May Be the Solution

A new study reveals mindfulness can act as a buffer against the pain and distress of social rejection.

Ever Noticed Time Seems to Move Faster When You’re in Control of Things?

Researchers explore why our perception of time changes when we enjoy and feel in control of our actions.

Foods Combining Carbs and Fats More Rewarding That Just Carbs or Fats Alone

A new study reports foods that contain both carbs and fats evoke greater response in the brain's reward center than foods that contain either just carbs or fats.

When Emotional Memories Intrude, Focusing on Context Could Help

A new study reveals focusing attention to the context of a memory, rather than the emotional aspects, increases activity in brain regions associated with executive function and attention.