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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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Compound Delivers Antidepressant Effect Within Hours

Researchers report those addicted to cocaine may have difficulty controlling their addiction because of a 'back door' into the brain that circumvents their self control.

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A ‘Back Door’ Into Cocaine Addicted Brain

Researchers report those addicted to cocaine may have difficulty controlling their addiction because of a 'back door' into the brain that circumvents their self control.

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People Who Experience Rage Attacks Have Smaller ‘Emotional Brains’

A new study reports people with intermittent explosive disorder have significantly lower gray matter volume in the frontolimbic region of the brain.

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Sound Happier, Feel Happier: The Way You Sound Affects Your Mood

A new study reports the tone of your voice can affect your emotional state.

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Depressed People May Not Be Getting the Information They Are Looking For

A new study reports there is a major disconnect between the patient's priorities and doctors when it comes to information needed to make decisions about treatments for depression.

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PTSD Symptoms May Be Reduced With Transcendental Meditation

A new study reports Transcendental Meditation can help some active duty military personnel with PTSD to reduce their medications and better control their symptoms.

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Sarcasm Is Lost On the Older Generation

According to researchers, older people aren't as good as detecting sarcasm as their younger counterparts.

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Reading Emotions On Screen

A new study reports on how movie makers rely on psychological principles about how much a human can comprehend and absorb.

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Link Between ADHD and Lead Exposure in Kids With Genetic Mutation

A new study reports on a heightened association between ADHD symptoms and lead exposure in children with the HFE C282Y gene mutation.

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Poverty and Hardships Increase Risk Taking Behavior in Old Age

Researchers explore the link between different life circumstances and risk taking behaviors in older people.

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Why It’s Easier For Girls With Autism to Develop Friendships

A new study reports girls with autism tend to be more socially motivated and have more intimate friendships than autistic boys.

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Oxytocin Boost Could Relieve Postnatal Depression and Improve Parental Behavior

A new study reports giving mothers with postnatal depression hormone therapy with oxytocin could help improve their parenting behavior.

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