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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.

Binging, Purging and Fasting More Common in Overweight and Obese Young Adults

A new study reports overweight and obese young adults are almost twice as likely than their peers of lower weight to binge, purge and embark on other behaviors associated with eating disorders. Researchers found Asian/Pacific islanders and sexual minorities were also at higher risk of developing eating disorders.

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Content of Service Members’ Art Linked to Their Trauma Levels

Researchers discover a correlation between clinical symptoms of PTSD, depression and anxiety in visual self expression masks service members were asked to create during art therapy.

Music Playschool Enhances Children’s Linguistic Skills

Incorporating musical lessons into preschool classes can significantly help to improve children's linguistic skills, researchers report.

One-Third of US Adults May Unknowingly Use Medications that Can Cause Depression

Researchers say almost one third of Americans are unknowingly taking medications that can increase depression and suicide risks.

Protein’s Role in Mediating Brain’s Response to Stress Identified

Researchers have identified the role Klf9 plays in the brain's response to stress. The study reports elevated levels of the protein were discovered in the hippocampus of women with MDD who faced stressful events.

Poet Robert Burns May Have Suffered From Bipolar Disorder

Researchers examine the personal writings of Robert Burns, Scotland's national bard, and conclude he may have suffered from bipolar disorder.

Mother’s Attitude Towards Baby During Pregnancy May Have Implications for Child’s Development

A new study reports mothers who feel more connected with their baby during pregnancy are more likely to have positive interactions with the infant when it is born. This can have a positive effect on the child's development.

image shows neurons under psychedelics and ketamine

Ketamine and Psychedelic Drugs Change Structure of Neurons

A new study reveals psychedelics increase dendrites, dendritic spines and synapses, while ketamine may promote neuroplasticity. The findings could help develop new treatments for anxiety, depression and other related disorders.

brain scans taken while people listened to music

Higher Empathy People Process Music Differently in the Brain

Researchers report people with higher empathy process music with greater involvement in the brain's reward system and areas of the brain associated with social information processing.

Psychologists Asked Americans “What Does God Look Like?”

According to researchers, people perceptions on God depends upon their political stances and own demographic characteristics. Psychologist say liberal Christians tend to imaging God as looking more feminine and younger than conservatives, who see God as more Caucasian and powerful.