A network of brain regions involved in self-disclosure on Facebook has been determined, according to a new study.
Date Posted: March 8, 2016
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A new study suggests that the specific alignment of neural networks in the brain dictates whether a person's altruism was motivated by selfish or altruistic behavior.
Mar 5
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According to researchers, cannabis significantly affects users' ability to recognize, process and empathize with human emotions like happiness, sadness and anger.
Mar 2
Categories: Drug Addiction, Emotional Abuse, Other
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Humans assess each other within milliseconds, deciding whether someone is likeable or not.
Feb 27
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A new study identifies genome variants and pathways that contribute to composing and arranging in musically trained individuals.
Feb 26
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Do graphic warning labels on cigarette packets really help smokers consider the health risks? Yes, according to the results of a new study, which found that such images prompt activity in areas of the brain associated with decision-making, emotion ...
Feb 24
Categories: Addictions, Health / Illness / Medical Issues, Other, Smoking ...
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Valentine’s Day is not always a candy coated day of love and romance. For many who've lost a loved one, suffered a break up or are on the brink of separation or divorce, this day is anything but sweet.
Feb 13
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GODecades of research has provided amazing insights on how the mind works. These 6 facts will prove to be useful in understanding yourself and others better.
Jan 20
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Why do we do what we do?
Why do we choose a certain behaviour/action over other options?
What rules govern our decision-making?
Why do we become indecisive at times?
Jan 16
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A good therapist won’t reflexively ‘take your side’ or offer you over sweet sentiments. A good therapist won’t be quick to judge. A good therapist will receive your humanity with their own.
Jan 7
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"Don't tell me what happens!" Spoilers do reduce enjoyment, but not as much as you might think, research shows.
Dec 26
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Why people tend to appreciate men’s humor so much more than women’s.
Nov 23
Categories: Individuation, Other
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The scientific tricks stores use to part you and your money - you’re not entirely to blame for that regrettable statement necklace, or that unused man purse.
Nov 18
Categories: Compulsive Spending / Shopping, Other
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New research using advanced computer modeling sheds light on how behaviors may become “contagious” in large groups, showing that the memory of one individual can indirectly influence that of another via shared social connections.
Nov 17
Categories: Creative Blocks, Other
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What type of mother would you like to be?