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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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Sexual Arousal Distorts the Perception of Romantic Interest

New research shows that when faced with ambiguous romantic cues, aroused individuals are significantly more likely to overestimate a partner's interest, potentially leading them to ignore mixed signals in early courtship.

How Scientists Cracked the Ketamine Code for Depression

By "reverse engineering" ketamine, Weill Cornell investigators have identified a specific opioid receptor pathway and a unique receptor "cross-talk" that drives rapid antidepressant effects.

“Warm” AI Chatbots Are More Likely to Lie

We all want an AI that feels like a friend, but new research suggests that "kindness" in AI might be a major red flag for "truth."

43% of Antipsychotics for Seniors Start in Hospitals

Antipsychotic prescriptions are "sticky," often continuing for over a year after being initiated in hospital settings.

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The Rise of AI Chatbot Addiction

Researchers warn that AI chatbots are engineered for addiction, using "guilt-tripping" deletion prompts and instant validation to keep users hooked.

The Myth of the Average Brain

A massive study of 4,000 children reveals that individual brain dynamics often contradict group averages, paving the way for personalized neuroscience.

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Sound of Fear: Infrasound Mimics Supernatural Feelings

A new study reveals how low-frequency infrasound silently shifts human mood and raises stress hormones.

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Why Feeling Good is Harder than Not Feeling Bad

Rebuilding the brain's reward system through PAT reduces depression, anxiety, and suicide risk.

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Rethinking Vibration as an Emotional Language

A new study explores how structured vibration patterns can represent personal memories and provide social support for public speakers.

Everyday Skills Protect the Developing Brain from Prenatal Stress

Children born during Superstorm Sandy shows that early behavioral skills act as a "buffer," preserving healthy limbic system activation after prenatal stress.