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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.

How Do Babies Coordinate Gestures and Vocalization?

A new study investigates how babies learn to, and start to, speak.

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Testosterone Makes Men Less Likely to Question Their Impulses

According to researchers, testosterone increases a man's tendency to rely in intuition more and makes them less likely to embark on self reflection.

Wanting More Self Control Could Hinder Efforts to Exert Self Control

According to researchers, our desire to take more control over our actions may actually be hindering our ability for self-control.

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Gender Differences in Depression Appear at Age 12

Researchers report gender differences in both diagnoses and depressive symptoms appearing at the age of 12.

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Personalized Pharmacotherapy for Panic Attacks

A new study looks at the benefits of personalized medicine in the treatment of panic disorders.

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Cannabis Use in Teens With Schizophrenia

A new study points to cannabis as a possible trigger for schizophrenia in teens.

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Youth Violence on Decline

Researchers reveal that, despite popular perception, youth violence is on a noteworthy decline.

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For Parents, ‘Empty Nest’ Is Emotional Challenge

Researchers offer positive advice for those parents who are experiencing empty nest syndrome.

Sound Waves Enhance Deep Sleep and Memory

Gentle noise stimulation can enhance sleep quality and improve memory in older people, a new study reports.

Novel Mode of Antidepressant Action May Help Patients Unresponsive to SSRIs

Researchers have discovered a serotonin type 3 receptor activator that produces an antidepressant effect in mice and functions independently of SSRIs.

Molecular Genetic Evidence of PTSD Heritability

A new study reports molecular genetics can play an influential role in the risk of developing PTSD following a traumatic event.

Chemo Drug May Increase Vulnerability to Depression

Temozolomide, a chemotherapy drug used to treat brain cancer, could increase risks of developing depression by preventing neurogenesis, a new study reports.