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Joking With Toddlers Boosts Abstract Thinking Skills

A new study reports joking and playing pretend with toddlers helps them to develop their abstract thinking abilities.

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Improving Memory in Schizophrenia With Cognitive Training App

According to a new study, researchers have developed a cognitive training game which they believe may improve memory for people with schizophrenia.

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Over-Active Glutamate Receptor Gene in Females with Depression

According to a new study, postmortem brain tissue from females who suffered from depression had abnormally high expression levels of a number of genes which regulate the glutamate system.

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Heroin Cravings Reduced by Stress Hormone

A new study reports cortisol can reduce cravings for those addicted to heroin.

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Unethical Behavior Influenced by Hormones

Elevated levels of testosterone could help explain why some people embark in unethical behavior, a new study reports.

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Researchers Find Link Between Gut Bacteria and Depression

According to a new study, gut bacteria plays an important role in inducing depression and anxiety, even in early life.

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Selective Imitation Makes For Precocious Social Learners

A new study reports children who are able to selectively imitate behaviors are more flexible social learners.

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The Neural Signature of Tunnel Vision: Why Hitchcock Movies Grab Our Attention

During moments of suspense in Hitchcock movies, the brain narrows what people see and pays attention to the story.

Mom’s Choice of Language Has Strong Effect on Infant’s Social Skills

A new study reports the specific language a parent uses to communicate with their baby can help the child to empathize and understand the thoughts of others when they get older.