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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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Positive and Negative Thinkers’ Brains Revealed

The ability to stay positive in tough times may be hardwired into the brain, a new neuropsychology study reports.

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Experimental Cancer Drug Reverses Schizophrenia in Adolescent Mice

Researchers discover an experimental anti cancer compound appears to reverse behaviors associated with schizophrenia in mouse models.

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Night Owls Tend to Be Bigger Risk Takers

According to a new study, female night owls had cortisol levels comparable to men. The researcher suggests high cortisol levels could be a biological mechanism which explains higher risk taking in night owls.

Computer Maps 21 Distinct Emotional Expressions, Even Happily Disgusted

Researchers discover a new way for computers to recognize 21 distinct and complex facial expressions.

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Weaker Gut Instinct Makes Teens Open to Risky Behavior

Different connections in the teenage limbic system leaves many adolescents more vulnerable to risky behavior, a new study reports.

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Addicts Who Live in the Moment May Benefit Most from Certain Kinds of Treatment

People with drug dependencies who are least likely to take the future into account could be the ones who benefit most from certain treatments, a new study reports.

Scientists Pinpoint How We Miss Subtle Visual Changes, and Why It Keeps Us Sane

Researchers discover an upside to the brain mechanisms which can blind us to continuity errors in movies and in the real world.

Genetic Model for Bipolar Treatment

According to new findings, lithium's therapeutic effects stems from its suppression of myo-inositol.

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Brain Scans Link Concern for Justice with Reason Not Emotion

A new neuroimaging study finds those who care about justice are swayed more by reason than emotion.

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Study Finds Gaming Augments Players’ Social Lives

Offline social behavior isn't being replaced in those who play games online, instead gaming expanding players' social lives, a new study reports.

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First Stem Cell Study of Bipolar Disorder Yields Promising Results

Stem cell model develops neurons which behave and respond differently to lithium, opening the door for potential new treatments for bipolar disorder, researchers report.