US psychologist Walter Mischel's famous Marshmallow Test has been widely applied ever since its debut to test the ability to delay gratification. This Polish adaptation explores the same qualities in toddlers and its development over the years.
Date Posted: April 11, 2018
Categories: Child Development
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In a recent study, researchers discovered that teens with greater symptoms of inattention made more mistakes in a driving simulator test, while those with symptoms of hyperactivity and conduct disorder were more likely to engage in risky driving ...
Apr 3
Categories: Adult ADHD
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A new study finds that children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are at higher risker for anxiety and mood disorders.
Apr 2
Categories: Anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism ...
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Attachment theory is a very useful framework for understanding how differences in the quality of close interpersonal relationships, particularly parent-child bonds and adult romantic bonds, influence health and well-being throughout the lifespan. ...
Apr 2
Categories: Attachment Issues
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A group of researchers recently conducted a randomized controlled trial to evaluate the impact of applying a human rights based approach in dementia inpatient wards and care homes. The results, while surprising, reflects a key issue in healthcare in ...
Mar 22
Categories: Dementia
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Codependency can be recognised when two people with dysfunctional traits become worse together. The biggest issue is the belief by one or both parties that they deserve to be mistreated. The article explores possible links to the condition and ...
Mar 21
Categories: Codependency / Dependency
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), while exhibiting symptoms that sound very much like a typical rebellious child's behavior, is a disorder that starts very early in development, usually in preschool. In this article, we explore the signs of ODD ...
Mar 20
Categories: Oppositional & Defiant Behavior in Children & Teens
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Personality changes have been a hot topic, not only among academics but also sparks the curiosity of the layman, evident by the myriad of personality tests across multimedia. New research has broadened our understanding on the type of changes and ...
Mar 19
Categories: Other
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In furthering knowledge pertaining to ASD, scientists have discovered a critical nuclear receptor in the brain linked to ASD. The finding would pave the way for future research in regard to this protein, to improve early diagnosis and intervention ...
Mar 16
Categories: Autism spectrum disorders
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Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder which happens when a person's respiratory pathway is blocked during sleep, though it's causes are still unknown. However, recent research has surfaced new material regarding this elusive disorder.
Mar 15
Categories: Sleep Disorders
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Teaching parents of children with autism how to interact more effectively with their offspring brings the children benefits that linger for years, according to the largest and longest-running study of autism interventions. It has been lauded as one ...
Mar 14
Categories: Autism spectrum disorders
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We will experience anxiety attacks to varying degrees throughout our lives, there is no doubt about that. More importantly, we should know what anxiety is telling our body, and how we can manage these attacks.
Mar 13
Categories: Anxiety
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A new study explores the correlation between diet and depression, another angle in which research on the treatment or/and assessment of risk of depression can be done.
Mar 9
Categories: Depression
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It is common for people to believe in myths. But for those who have studied psychology, would understand better in regard to these myths. Yet, to find that some still believe in claims proven wrong in their studies is appalling.
Mar 9
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Everyone is familiar with the harmful health consequences a sedentary lifestyle causes, but a less known effect would be to one's personality over time. A new paper in the Journal of Research in Personality has found that greater physical ...
Feb 27
Categories: Personality problems
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In most cultures, genders are most often stereotyped based on their preferences of colour, evidenced by the pink and blue colours infants wear from birth. While some are adamant that these choices are innate, new research has proved otherwise, with ...
Feb 21
Categories: Gender Identity disorder
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