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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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Genes Play a Role in Empathy

Researchers reveal our genes may play a role in how empathetic we are. The study reports genetic variants associated with low empathy may indicate a higher risk of autism.

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Is Your Stress Changing My Brain?

A new study reveals being exposed to those who are stressed can alter our brains on a cellular level.

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Brain Connections in Schizophrenia

Researchers report reduced connectivity between the thalamus and prefrontal cortex may be a common feature in those with Schizophrenia.

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Feeling Anxious? Blame the Size of Your Waistline

Researchers identify a link between waist-to-height ratio and risk of developing anxiety in menopausal women.

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Air Pollution Linked to Brain Alterations and Cognitive Impairment in Children

Researchers report a link between exposure to air pollution during pregnancy and abnormal brain development in the offspring, which can lead to cognitive problems throughout life.

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Depressed People Have Stronger Emotional Responses to Negative Memories

According to researchers, people who suffer from major depressive disorder may report feeling more negative emotions when recalling specific autobiographical memories.

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Brain Has Separate ‘Fear Circuits’ for Dealing with Immediate and Distant Threats

According to a new PNAS study, two areas of the brain are responsible for fear processing.

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Seeing Sound: Molecular Clues for Synesthesia Discovered

Researchers have identified six genes that appear to modify sensory experiences and may alter brain connectivity in those with synesthesia.

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Optical Illusion Gives Insight Into How We Perceive the World

Short cues can give our brains the context needed to distinguish between two identical images, researchers say.

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Letting Kids Taste Alcohol May Lead to Drinking Problems in Late Adolescence

Researchers report allowing children to taste alcohol may lead to an increased risk of developing drinking problems during late adolescence.

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Certain Smiles Aren’t All They Are Cracked Up to Be

Smiles can increase, or decrease, physical stress depending on how we perceive them, researchers report.

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How to Improve Your Body Confidence

Researchers give tips to achieving a positive self image.

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