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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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Do Red Smarties Really Make You Happier?

Contrary to popular belief, the color of a popular candy has no impact on happiness over other colors.

Underlying Molecular Mechanism of Bipolar Disorder Revealed

Summary: Researchers have discovered the molecular mechanism behind lithium’s effectiveness in treating...

Tell Me What Languages You Know and I’ll Tell You How You Read

Findings could have positive implications for education and teaching bilingual children how to read.

Men and Women Show Equal Ability in Recognizing Faces

Contrary to popular believe, sex differences do not influence the ability to recognize faces.

Smile and the World Thinks You’re Older

According to researchers, people can perceive you to be up to two years older when they see you smile.

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Dad’s Involvement With Baby Early On Associated With Mental Development Boost

According to researchers, dads who interact more with their children during the first few months of life have a positive impact on their baby's cognitive development.

Genes in Children Linked to Bipolar Disorder and Stress Identified

Researchers report genetic alterations that modulate stress have been identified in children who are at risk of developing bipolar disorder.

Brain Injuries Cause Impulse Control Problems: Rat Study

Study confirms TBI can cause impulse control problems.

Living in Poor Area Increases Anxiety Risk in Women, But Not Men

According to researchers, women living in poorer areas are 60% more likely to suffer from anxiety than their more affluent peers. However, in men, there was little difference in anxiety levels.

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Taking Folic Acid During Pregnancy Has Positive Effect on Child’s Psychological Development

Summary: Children whose mothers took folic acid during pregnancy demonstrated higher levels...

New Insight Into How Fragile X Syndrome Disrupts Perception

According to researchers, people with Fragile X have 'noisier' brains, which can impair information flow and make social interactions more difficult.

Lessons From the Past on How to Be Happy

Researchers report a study from the 1930's could have positive implications for improving social well-being and happiness, if applied by policymakers.