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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.

Learning Behavior Differs Between OCD and Problem Gambling

When the reward is less than expected, people with OCD exhibit lower-than-normal learning rates. Conversely, those with gambling addictions exhibit boosted and blunted patterns of learning when the rewards are higher and lower than expected.

Detecting Hidden Brain States With Mathematical Models

Using a mathematical model to study how the brain predicts information and learns, researchers discovered signals for accuracy are found in the anterior insula and anxiety affects activity levels in this brain region.

City or Country Living? Research Reveals Psychological Differences

Country living may not be as good for your mental health as previously believed, researchers say. A new study reveals those who live in rural areas may be more anxious and depressed than their city-dwelling peers.

Addressing Spiritual and Existential Needs Could Improve Health Outcomes

Addressing existential and spiritual questions a person may have positive implications for inner peace and overall health.

Does Aging Change the Way We Interpret Face Processing of Emotion?

Aging may hamper the neural processing of emotions conveyed via facial expressions.

Novel Genes That May Increase Risk for Schizophrenia Identified

A new study has identified two novel genes associated with schizophrenia, and a third new gene linked to an increased risk of autism and schizophrenia.

Maternal Autonomy and Controlling Parenting Predict Teenage Depression

A new study found that both adolescents and their mothers can have differing perceptions of parenting behavior, which can have an impact on adolescents' mental health. The study found that while maternal autonomy support positively predicted adolescents' basic psychological needs satisfaction, adolescents' perceived controlling parenting had a negative impact on their mental health. The findings suggest the importance of understanding the nature of support that adolescents seek and guiding parenting behavior to enhance mental health and well-being.