Psychotherapy helps
Eight out of ten patients who have undergone psychotherapy feel better afterward. Results from five studies carried out by Suzanna Lundblad, psychologist and doctoral student at the Department of Psychology, Göteborg University in Sweden, show the complexity of the psychotherapeutic method of treatment. It affects not only the patient but... view more... (2003-01-10)
So good I cried: tears and the sex divide
Although there are important similarities between men and women in the experience of crying, for women, crying is a more complex emotional experience and more strongly associated with negative events and feelings. These are the findings of a study by Drs. Moira Maguire and Paul Cavendish at the University of Luton, presented today, Thursday 7... view more... (2000-08-25)
Temperament shows in stress
Innate temperament affects both physiological and emotional reactions in stressful situations. These differences should be taken into account in, for example, the treatment of heart patients according to Tarja Heponiemi's psychology dissertation examined on October 13 at the University of Helsinki. view more (2004-10-19)
Tele-working can stress you out
Tele-workers feel psychologically worse than their office-based colleagues. As tele-working is an important and growing trend, action needs to be taken to combat the problems and help tele-workers to be more effective. These are the findings of Dr Sandi Mann of the University of Central Lancashire and Lynn Holdsworth of the University of... view more... (2000-12-05)
An angry heart can lead to sudden death, Yale researchers find
Before flying off the handle the next time someone cuts you off in traffic, consider the latest research from Yale School of Medicine researchers that links changes brought on by anger or other strong emotions to future arrhythmias and sudden cardiac arrests, which are blamed for 400,000 deaths annually. view more (2009-02-25)
People with obsessional personalities more likely to experience heart attacks
People prone to highly obsessional thoughts and physical symptoms of anxiety are susceptible to heart attacks, finds research in Heart. A 20 year study of over 1400 men showed that those who had highly obsessional thought patterns and physical (somatic) symptoms of anxiety were significantly more likely to die of a heart attack. The men were... view more... (2001-03-13)
University research shows that Tony Blair is benefiting from the presence of Gordon Brown
A survey conducted at the Centre for the Study of Group Processes, University of Kent, has thrown up some interesting results in the final run-up to the general election. view more (2005-05-03)
Treating addiction by eliminating drug-associated memories
Addicts, even those who have been abstinent for long periods of time, are often still vulnerable to their own memories of prior drug use. For example, exposure to the same environment in which they commonly used drugs -- a contextual memory -- can increase their craving for the drug dramatically and can lead to relapse. view more (2009-04-23)
Lithium Builds Gray Matter in Bipolar Brains, UCLA Study Shows
Neuroscientists at UCLA have shown that lithium, long the standard treatment for bipolar disorder, increases the amount of gray matter in the brains of patients with the illness. view more (2007-04-11)
Saying sorry can win support
Everyone can think of individuals or corporations that have something to feel sorry for. But when powerful public figures actually show remorse it may help win back public approval. This is the finding of Dr Roger Giner-Sorolla and Dr Pablo Espinosa of the University of Kent, and Professor Rupert Brown of the University of Sussex, who have been... view more... (2004-04-14)
Compassion meditation may improve physical and emotional responses to psychological stress
Data from a new study suggests that individuals who engage in compassion meditation may benefit by reductions in inflammatory and behavioral responses to stress that have been linked to depression and a number of medical illnesses. view more (2008-10-08)
Swimming with dolphins can alleviate depression
Swimming with dolphins is an effective treatment for mild to moderate depression, say researchers in this week's BMJ. view more (2005-11-28)
CultureLab-UK - a magazine on Style, Culture and Technology in the UK
CultureLab-UK - a magazine on Style, Culture and Technology in the UK http://www.culturelab-uk.com CultureLab-UK News Two fascinating new articles have just gone live on the August edition of CultureLab-UK: 1. Fashion section: Emotional Skin - The expression 'wearing your heart on your sleeve' may soon become a fact of life. 2. Film section:... view more... (2002-08-08)
Possible genetic basis for alcohol abuse discovered
Alcoholism seems to have its roots at least partly in the genes. How genetic factors contribute to alcohol abuse is still an important question to be solved. There are hints that the body produces an opiate-active compound that may enhance alcohol addiction. New studies at the University of Bonn suggest that a gene is at least partly responsible... view more... (2001-04-18)
In adolescence, girls react differently than boys to peers' judgments
Teenagers yearn to fit in and be accepted by their friends. A new study suggests that girls and boys think differently about being judged by their peers as they move through adolescence. view more (2009-07-15)
Elite young athletes fear failure
Young athletes can fear failure to such an extent that it affects their sporting performance, well-being, relationships, and even their schoolwork. But helping them to learn effective coping skills can lessen detrimental consequences. view more (2005-03-21)
Patients removed from GP lists feel victimised
Patients who are removed from a general practitioner's list feel threatened and see their removal as an attack on their right to be an NHS patient, finds a study in this week's BMJ. Researchers interviewed 28 patients who had been removed from their general practitioner's list. The interviews were often very emotionally charged, with patients... view more... (2003-06-12)
Toddlers are capable of introspection
Preschoolers are more introspective than we give them credit for, according to new research by Simona Ghetti, assistant professor of psychology at UC Davis. view more (2007-08-16)
The ecstasy and the agony!
New work identifying the attitudes and behaviour of ecstasy users, and possible dangers of ecstasy use, is presented today, Tuesday 19 December, at The British Psychological Society's London Conference, held at the Institute of Education. Dr Phillip Murphy from Edge Hill College of Higher Education, Lancashire presents evidence that ecstasy users... view more... (2000-12-05)
Professor's Child Bereavement Research Makes Psychiatric News
Julie Cerel, an assistant professor at the University of Kentucky College of Social Work, and four colleagues are presenting answers to questions about child bereavement and its effects. view more (2006-07-31)
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