The study found that women are more likely to express interest in jobs portrayed as having more female representation, even when the required abilities are stereotypically associated with men. Women prefer jobs associated with dedication, while men prefer jobs emphasizing brilliance and competition. The researchers recruited 1,680 adul...
Young children's brains are designed to explore and learn through experience, as their working memory system is still developing. This allows them to absorb as much information as possible about the world, making them more resilient to changing circumstances.
The integration of psychology into primary care in Canada has the potential to improve access to care, support physicians, and save billions of dollars. Studies have shown that integrated primary care reduces wait times, patient engagement, and improves outcomes for mental health conditions.
Researchers found that Americans tend to support religious exemption requests from those who share their political views, but are skeptical of requests from those who hold opposing views. This study highlights the potential for ideological biases to influence perceptions of religious freedom protections.
A new study finds that emotion-regulation training reduces distress in college students by changing brain connectivity. The training, which focuses on attention and reappraisal, also leads to changes in brain activity and functional connectivity.
Colleen Sloan, PhD, has been recognized for her distinguished contributions to psychological practice in trauma psychology. She is a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience in trauma-focused mental health care and has developed effective interventions.
A new study from Carnegie Mellon University reveals that baboons and macaques exhibit the same geometric intuitions as young children, suggesting a fundamental similarity in the primate mind. The research found continuity across all groups, including two species of non-human primates, human children, and adult humans.
A new Cornell University study found that young adults who reflected on their life story and connected it to different stages reported reduced symptoms of depression. The intervention involves writing about motivations, passions, or goals at various life stages over two weeks, with participants summarizing their identity in a word.
A psychologist warns of the profound psychological implications of gifting or taking a DNA test, including identity disruption, acceptance challenges, and data security worries. The decision requires careful consideration to ensure recipients can cope with unexpected outcomes.
A new study from Michigan State University found that vocational interests predict significant life outcomes well into adulthood, including work, relationship, and community outcomes. Enterprising interests were the most broadly predictive category, while social interests predicted relationship outcomes.
A new study published in Frontiers in Psychology reveals that proactive brain training can strengthen the human mind before mental health challenges take root. The research found that a five-minute daily training program delivered digitally can lower stress, lift mental health metrics, and improve cognitive clarity among adults with an...
UJI researchers recognized for their work in social psychology and psychosocial prevention, with focus on occupational health psychology and development of diagnostic tools. Researchers from various departments rank among the top 300 women scientists in Spain.
The article introduces Clinical Organizational Science (COS), a framework that reframes organizational transformation as a problem of structure, not behavior. COS argues that old patterns persist due to the way people interact every day, and proposes three intervention concepts to redesign feedback and interaction patterns.
A new Edith Cowan University study found that activewear is worn for activities beyond exercise, such as shopping and studying, and can lead to self-consciousness and body comparison. The research suggests a complex debate surrounding the role of activewear in promoting physical and mental wellbeing.
A study found that repeated use of low-cost mobile breathalyzers led to changes in drinking behavior, with heavy drinkers reducing blood-alcohol concentrations. The device's introduction allowed individuals to track their intoxication levels in real-time, enhancing self-awareness and leading to improved decision-making.
A new study from Norwegian University of Science and Technology suggests that observing experienced therapists can enhance psychology students' ability to talk with patients. Psychology students who observed therapists over 10 weeks improved their ability to form bonds and repair relationships with patients, according to the research.
A new study by Aldo Barrita found that affirming one's racial and gender identity can be a source of psychological strength, not just vulnerability. The research suggests that stronger cohesion with intersectional identities is positively associated with resilience and negatively associated with depressive symptoms.
New research from the University of Mississippi suggests that storytelling is just as effective, and sometimes better, than survival processing in improving memory. By creating a narrative with unrelated nouns, participants were able to remember more than those who used survival processing or pleasantness processing.
Sleep deprivation can weaken eyewitness recall, reduce autobiographical detail, and increase susceptibility to misinformation in legal proceedings. This can lead to false confessions and wrongful convictions, as exhausted individuals may prioritize short-term relief over long-term consequences.
A new study published in The Journal of Positive Psychology found that creativity improves daily well-being, but professional creatives experience a 'creative hangover' with more negative emotions the next day. This research challenges the idea that creativity is always good for mental health.
A new study by University of Illinois professor Brenda Straka found that demographic forms can make Latino Americans feel like outsiders in their own country. The researchers used a mock-US Census form to test how questions of race, ethnicity, and citizenship affected Latino participants' identity and perceptions of inclusion.
Researchers at the University of Notre Dame investigated how brain networks are organized and work together to form a unified system. They found evidence for system-wide coordination in the brain that is both robust and adaptable, suggesting that intelligence reflects how brain networks are coordinated and dynamically reconfigured.
A new analysis of wellbeing interventions shows that there is no single route to improving mental health, with mindfulness, compassion-based approaches, yoga, exercise and positive psychology interventions all showing moderate benefits. Combining physical activity with psychological interventions appeared particularly promising.
A recent study published in Political Psychology explored the willingness of people to engage in discussions with others who hold different opinions. The researchers developed a measuring tool called WEDO to assess this willingness and found that open-minded individuals tend to think analytically and are more willing to engage in dialo...
A Cornell psychology professor argues that people make decisions based on intuition and core values rather than facts. Research found that considering the overall sense of risks and benefits (or
A study by Ohio State University professor Patrick Carroll found that inducing meta-cognitive doubt in people who were worried about achieving an identity goal increased their commitment to achieving it. By questioning their own thoughts and doubts, participants became more confident and committed to pursuing their goals.
A $2.67 million gift from the estate of Dr. William A. Gibson will establish the Michael Conner Gibson Endowed Professorship in Psychology and the Michael Conner Gibson Research Endowment, accelerating UH's addiction research program.
Researchers found that adults behave like children when their working memory is overloaded, showing distributed attention and difficulty in focusing on the task goal. This suggests that children's distractible behavior may be a natural consequence of their developing memory system.
A new study published in Science provides evidence that chimpanzees can change their minds based on the strength of available evidence, a key feature of rational thought. Researchers found that chimps frequently switched their choices in response to stronger clues, aligning with rational strategies of belief revision.
Researchers used data from the Human Connectome Project to build computational models that linked connectivity with brain activation across various cognitive processes. The findings show a consistent correlation between connectivity and function, suggesting that specific patterns of connectivity can predict brain activity.
A new study led by MSU researchers explores the link between hormonal fluctuations during midlife and mental health outcomes like psychosis. The comprehensive study, funded by the National Institute of Mental Health, aims to identify women at risk and develop personalized treatments.
A new study published in Biological Psychiatry found that individuals with similar levels of autistic traits are more attracted to each other and their brains synchronize in unique ways during passive and active communication. This suggests a novel approach for building social connection among people with autism by tailoring environments.
A new study by New York University researchers finds that as a run gets harder, athletes focus on the mechanics of finishing rather than broader motivational self-talk. Runners get to the finish line more so by using focused attentional tactics.
A new study from the University of Notre Dame found that how healthcare providers describe babies during ultrasounds impacts parent perceptions and can influence a child's future behavior. Positive descriptions are associated with fewer behavioral difficulties in toddlers, while negative descriptions lead to greater challenges.
A multiyear study will assess individual differences in placekeeping, a cognitive ability crucial for complex tasks. The researchers aim to develop tools that can identify the right person for the right job at the right time, reducing procedural errors and improving personnel selection.
A research-based workbook tackles chronic nightmares and insomnia, offering tools to rewrite distressing dreams, improve sleep quality, and regain daytime functioning. The author, MSU Psychology Professor Michael R. Nadorff, aims to provide empirically-supported treatments for this debilitating disorder.
A team of researchers from UNIGE and UniBE used generative AI to assess emotional intelligence, finding that AIs achieved significantly higher scores than humans. The results also showed that AIs can generate new emotional intelligence tests in record time.
The article proposes two AI-guided models to transform psychology education, focusing on knowledge acquisition and standard-setting. These models aim to cultivate adaptable problem-solvers, leveraging AI in educational reform.
A recent study found that narcissistic individuals tend to prefer negative gossip, while those who are not narcissistic may be uncomfortable with either positive or negative gossip. Gossip can serve social functions when done with good intentions and without lies.
New research challenges traditional views in psychology, such as the influence of parenting on adult personalities, and reveals a complex interaction between social, environmental, and genetic factors in mental illnesses. The book suggests people need to be more critical of media representations and oversimplified reporting.
Researchers found significant decreases in self-reported bias against stigmatized groups, including age, race, body weight, skin tone, and sexual orientation. However, implicit bias trends varied across countries, with some seeing improvements while others experienced increases or stability.
A study found that only a quarter of mental health providers correctly diagnosed bulimia nervosa, with common misdiagnoses including binge eating disorder. Excessive exercise is often overlooked as a compensatory strategy used by people with bulimia.
The university plans to recruit an outstanding researcher for a professorship focused on psychoanalytical approaches, combining psychology and social sciences. This will enable exploration of new research fields and innovative combinations of expertise between Goethe University's Faculty of Psychology and Sports Sciences and Sigmund Fr...
A longer paternity leave can improve the co-parenting relationship between moms and dads by making mothers less likely to discourage fathers' involvement. When fathers take more time off after their child is born, mothers relax unrealistic high standards for fathers' parenting and are less reliant on others' evaluations.
Men and boys are facing a mental health crisis, with challenges including body image, fatherhood, and sexual relationships. Professor Benjamin Hine argues that men struggle to negotiate harmful notions of masculinity and calls for policies and practices promoting male wellbeing.
A recent study by Bar-Ilan University researchers found that even brief periods of aloneness can significantly weaken group identity and esteem. This can lead to individuals feeling less connected to their groups and devaluing them.
McGill researchers found that music at an individual's natural tempo significantly reduces pain perceptions. The study discovered the greatest reductions in pain levels occurred when melodies were played at a rate matching the participant's own preferred tempo.
Researchers discovered that boys tend to overestimate their abilities compared to girls and are more likely to negotiate for higher bonuses. In a series of experiments, children aged six to nine showed similar perceptions of negotiation but differed in how they applied these perceptions to real-life scenarios.
A leading psychologist argues that eco-friendly fashion must become more accessible to all consumers. Dr Mair's book highlights the importance of psychology in promoting sustainable practices in the fashion industry. She advocates for educational advertising campaigns and improved accessibility to encourage responsible purchasing habits.
A new study involving Danish high-performance coaches shows that compassion is a tool in sport psychology that focuses on alleviating athletes' distress. Coaches acknowledge the benefits of using compassion, but express uncertainty about its practical application.
Approximately half of Russian adults back the Ukraine war due to loyalty to Putin and his government. The study suggests that misinformation plays a significant role in shaping public opinion on the conflict.
Prof. Tamar Saguy, a full professor at Reichman University's School of Psychology, has been recognized for her groundbreaking research on reconciliation processes between groups. Her work highlights the importance of addressing power imbalances in dialogue initiatives and proposes effective strategies to promote social change.
A study found that anxiety related to food allergies increased significantly in children, leading to an average of 2.1 allergens per patient and a 69% incidence of food-related anxiety. Psychology referrals for these patients increased by 50% over four years, with 60% completing at least one appointment.
A review of studies found that voice assistants can make a direct contribution to reducing loneliness in older people, with 85% of studies concluding this. The use of devices provides a sense of social interaction and emotional support, mitigating feelings of isolation and improving mental health.
Researchers from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign found that conscientiousness, not self-control or willpower, is a key factor in achieving lifelong success. Conscientious individuals tend to be more industrious and organized, leading to better academic and financial outcomes.
Children's brains cannot focus on tasks because their working memory is not fully developed, according to a new study. Researchers found that even with rewards, children still 'over explore' and gather unnecessary information. This suggests that kids are naturally curious and unsure of retaining information in their memory.
A roundtable discussion explores the integration of positive psychology and autism, highlighting its potential to amplify strengths and improve interpersonal dynamics. The study suggests that appreciating character strengths can have a significant impact on daily life.
Mark Lumley, a distinguished professor at Wayne State University, received the 2024 Nathan W. Perry Jr. Award for Career Service to Health Psychology. He was recognized for his decades-long contributions to the field of health psychology, particularly in chronic pain disorders.
The ZEN-MRI project, funded by the German Ministry of Education and Research, aims to achieve a congenial co-existence between human beings and robots in public areas. Researchers will investigate how to design robots that are perceived as unthreatening and sympathetic.
A new study suggests that ambivalence about a political issue can lead people with polarized views to compensate for their discomfort by supporting extreme actions. Researchers found that those with strong but conflicted views were more likely to support extreme actions, such as getting opponents fired from their jobs, than others.