Articles tagged with Human Social Behavior
Comprehensive exploration of living organisms, biological systems, and life processes across all scales from molecules to ecosystems. Encompasses cutting-edge research in biology, genetics, molecular biology, ecology, biochemistry, microbiology, botany, zoology, evolutionary biology, genomics, and biotechnology. Investigates cellular mechanisms, organism development, genetic inheritance, biodiversity conservation, metabolic processes, protein synthesis, DNA sequencing, CRISPR gene editing, stem cell research, and the fundamental principles governing all forms of life on Earth.
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Comprehensive investigation of human society, behavior, relationships, and social structures through systematic research and analysis. Encompasses psychology, sociology, anthropology, economics, political science, linguistics, education, demography, communications, and social research methodologies. Examines human cognition, social interactions, cultural phenomena, economic systems, political institutions, language and communication, educational processes, population dynamics, and the complex social, cultural, economic, and political forces shaping human societies, communities, and civilizations throughout history and across the contemporary world.
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Comprehensive study of the universe beyond Earth, encompassing celestial objects, cosmic phenomena, and space exploration. Includes astronomy, astrophysics, planetary science, cosmology, space physics, astrobiology, and space technology. Investigates stars, galaxies, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, black holes, nebulae, exoplanets, dark matter, dark energy, cosmic microwave background, stellar evolution, planetary formation, space weather, solar system dynamics, the search for extraterrestrial life, and humanity's efforts to explore, understand, and unlock the mysteries of the cosmos through observation, theory, and space missions.
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Study of abstract structures, patterns, quantities, relationships, and logical reasoning through pure and applied mathematical disciplines. Encompasses algebra, calculus, geometry, topology, number theory, analysis, discrete mathematics, mathematical logic, set theory, probability, statistics, and computational mathematics. Investigates mathematical structures, theorems, proofs, algorithms, functions, equations, and the rigorous logical frameworks underlying quantitative reasoning. Provides the foundational language and tools for all scientific fields, enabling precise description of natural phenomena, modeling of complex systems, and the development of technologies across physics, engineering, computer science, economics, and all quantitative sciences.
This study aims to provide suggestions on how to ensure compliance with health-promoting behaviors and manage negative feelings associated with the pandemic. The research project focuses on three sub-studies: message framing, coping with negative emotions, and social distancing messages.
Researchers found that when flying alone, individual fruit flies freeze as a response to an imminent threat, but this behaviour changes in the presence of others. When other flies begin to move after the threat has passed, it signals safety and causes the freezing fly to exit its frozen state.
Researchers at the Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown have discovered that fruit flies freeze as a social cue of danger, but also resume movement when others start moving again, signaling safety. Group size plays a crucial role in this behavior, with smaller groups freezing less and larger groups showing a more complex response pattern.
Researchers argue that protracted debates about face coverings as a medical intervention have delayed implementation of a valuable preventive tool. By framing face coverings as a social practice, the public is more likely to wear them regularly, according to Helene-Mari van der Westhuizen and colleagues.
A new study by Dolores Albarracin and colleagues found that people tend to conflate intentions and behaviors in routine actions, creating false memories. This phenomenon has significant implications for healthcare settings and self-reporting of following through on actions.
A Rutgers-led study found that community and law enforcement partnerships can significantly improve PTSD screening and treatment for children who witness home violence. The Child Trauma Response Team model, which provides immediate outreach and victim safety assessments, showed a three-fold increase in child PTSD screens among families...
A recent study challenges previous theoretical predictions on justified defection, a mechanism that ensures benefits are returned to cooperative individuals. Researchers found that people have a neutral attitude toward justified defection, unlike cooperation with a bad person, which is viewed as good.
Researchers identified six domains of nonbiological factors that contribute to mortality risk, including health behaviors, psychological characteristics, and socioeconomic conditions. The study highlights the importance of behavioral, psychological, and social factors in mortality risk assessments.
Researchers have improved Wi-Fi network operation and performance for the 5G/6G ecosystem by applying machine learning techniques. A new algorithm, ε-sticky, is proposed to reduce service disruptions and network instability, benefiting both stations that have found a suitable access point and those that haven't.
Researchers found that Rhesus monkeys avoid lifeless monkey faces but show social facial expressions towards a natural-looking avatar with fur and details. The study suggests using this type of avatar in social cognition studies for standardization and replicability.
A study by evolutionary psychologists at the University of Texas at Austin identified universal qualities like intelligence, honesty, and bravery that increase a person's social value. The findings also revealed cultural differences in what influences social status, with certain traits being more valuable in some societies than others.
A new study found that older men are less worried about COVID-19 than women their age or younger people, despite being at higher risk of severe or fatal infections. The study suggests that accurate perception of risk may be more effective in predicting preventive behaviors than worry.
In western chimpanzees, females play a crucial role in territorial behavior, cooperating with males to maintain borders and engage in conflicts. Larger groups gain advantages over smaller communities through access to larger territories and reduced neighbor pressure.
A study published in Scientific Reports found that AI can accurately predict personality traits from 'selfie' photographs, with women's faces being more reliable than men's. The technology has potential applications in customer service, dating, and online tutoring.
A study found that 82.7% of female university students had engaged in Drunkorexic behaviors, including skipping meals and exercising after drinking to reduce calorie intake from alcohol. Researchers identified two key social norms driving these behaviors: consuming alcohol and thinness.
A new analysis from NYU researchers outlines ways to manage life under COVID-19 by combating racially driven bias and fake news. The study suggests using pre-bunking approaches and social norms understanding to reduce misinformation and increase cooperation.
Researchers warn of the risks of virtual and augmented reality becoming increasingly realistic, leading to difficulties in distinguishing between reality and virtual experiences. This can result in problems such as remembering virtual events as real and failing to distinguish between actual and simulated events. The study also highligh...
A University of Helsinki study reveals significant differences in fearfulness among urban and rural dog populations. Socialisation in puppyhood, activity levels, and breed-specific factors all contribute to fearfulness in dogs.
A team of researchers found a specific brain region responsible for influencing social behaviors and reward valuations in monkeys. They discovered that this region, the lateral hypothalamus, plays a crucial role in shaping socially motivated behavior.
A new study published in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior confirms that frequent family meals are associated with better dietary outcomes and improved family functioning. The research found a positive relationship between family meal frequency and increased fruit and vegetable consumption, as well as measures of family c...
Researchers compared oxytocin administration methods to improve treatment for social difficulties. The study found that nasal delivery using a nebuliser reached specific brain areas more effectively than standard nasal spray or intravenous injection.
Researchers found that brain activity while resting can reveal a person's empathic disposition, potentially helping health care professionals better assess those with autism or schizophrenia. The study used functional magnetic resonance imaging to analyze brain scans and machine learning algorithms to predict participants' empathy levels.
Research found that middle-aged and young-old women tend to consume alcohol at levels exceeding low-risk guidelines. They prioritize appearing respectable and in control over the quantity of alcohol consumed. Health advice needs to acknowledge that women may socially construct their drinking practices to focus on non-biomedical impacts.
Researchers found that inmates who reflected on their time in prison showed increased trust and reciprocity towards the outside world. A structured conversation intervention was found to be effective in promoting positive rehabilitation and social reintegration after release.
A new report from Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center highlights the emotional toll of pediatric chronic conditions on families. The Roadmap Initiative, launched in 2017, provides a set of tools and resources for pediatricians to improve emotional health support, including strengths-based cognitive-behavioral therapy and mind...
Researchers found that African grey parrots voluntarily help each other achieve a goal without immediate benefit, showing innate helping behavior. The parrots' ability to understand when help is needed and transfer tokens to others demonstrates their complex social intelligence.
Researchers studied tool-sharing behaviors in wild chimpanzee populations, finding that mothers and females were more successful in acquiring tools. The study suggests a significant role for social learning in the context of complex tool use, potentially sharing an evolutionary origin with humans.
Researchers investigated primate societies' evolutionary paths and found pair living played a crucial role in transitioning from solitary life to complex societies. The study suggests that paternal care increased offspring survival, reinforcing pair living and paving the way for group living.
Two female chimpanzees exhibit synchronized bipedalism, displaying near-perfect precision in whole-body tempo synchronization. The discovery sheds light on the evolution of human dance and highlights conjoined full-body rhythmic entrainment in great apes.
Recent research suggests that gender dysphoria may be caused by altered activity in the distress, social behavior, and body-ownership networks. This new theory challenges the existing understanding of the condition.
A new study reveals that cultural values and human behavior shape cybersecurity regulations, with competitive nations like China enforcing stricter rules than the US or UK. The Global Cybersecurity Index assesses country commitments to regulation in five areas.
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine discovered an epigenetic pathway that controls social behavior in carpenter ants. The study found that Major ant soldiers can be successfully reprogrammed up to 5 days after they hatch, but not beyond 10 days, revealing a narrow window of epigenetic plasticity.
A new study from the University at Buffalo found that how mice are raised affects their acoustic behavior, which can inform research on human communication disorders. Socially isolated mice required more time to learn to discriminate between ultrasonic vocalizations than socially housed mice.
A new study published in the Journal of the British Archaeological Association suggests that the Bayeux Tapestry was designed to be hung along the north, south, and west sides of the nave of Bayeux Cathedral. The research confirms that the tapestry was intended for a specific area of the cathedral and sheds light on its original displa...
A study in experimental models found that allopregnanolone, a hormone produced by the placenta, is essential for normal fetal brain development. Insufficient production of this hormone can lead to autism-like behaviors and cerebellar abnormalities.
Researchers from the University of Bath and UCL will study the effect of skewed sex ratios on social behavior in birds and mammals. The team aims to understand how variations in sex ratios impact human populations, including mating behavior, parenting roles, and violence.
The Center for the Urban Child and Healthy Family at Boston Medical Center has been selected for a national demonstration project to develop innovative, person-centered strategies for adults and children with complex health and social needs. The program aims to improve health outcomes and foster health equity by integrating care services.
Researchers found that a kindergarten readiness test can predict future academic success and social behavioral skills. Children with poor academic readiness are up to 10 times more likely to have low reading scores at the end of first grade.
Researchers discovered a 'wave of brain maturation' occurring in children from age 9-12, corresponding with increased social and academic demands. This neurological development is linked to improved impulse control, cognitive processing, and executive function.
A new strategy promotes mutual cooperation by introducing a 'escape interaction' that can deter defection. The study suggests cooperative societies can be maintained without revenge, expanding the field of cooperation research.
Researchers analyzed fossilized teeth to discover that ancient humans significantly breastfed their infants for longer periods than contemporary relatives. Early Homo offspring was breastfed until around 3-4 years old.
A new study found that police officers become less proactive when they perceive negative public scrutiny, even if they are motivated to help people. The researchers surveyed 183 police officers and 238 firefighters across the southern US, finding a significant link between perceived public understanding and officer proactivity.
Researchers capture first evidence of leopard seals sharing food, challenging their solitary reputation. The footage reveals two seals feeding on the same penguin carcass, raising questions about true cooperation vs. tolerance.
Researchers found that men and women were more likely to question each other's sexual orientation if they engaged in non-conforming environmental behaviors. Women were also more likely to avoid men who preferred masculine behaviors. The study highlights the social consequences of gendered pro-environmental behaviors.
Researchers identified social norms and self-efficacy as the primary drivers of population-wide dietary shifts towards sustainable diets. The study found that these factors, particularly in young populations and among females, play a crucial role in shaping behavior influencing diet changes.
Researchers found that teachers' different treatment of black and white students accounted for 46% of the racial gap in suspensions. The analysis also showed that about 21% of the gap could be explained by differences in school characteristics and student behavior, but not differences in misbehavior itself.
Researchers at Harvard University discovered zebrafish choose mating over fleeing a threat when exposed to pheromone cues. This decision is controlled by specific brain regions responding to reproductive hormones.
A leading Turkish historian has analyzed signature analysis on letters from the Ottoman Archives, confirming Bahaettin Shakir's involvement in the genocide. Documents show initial decisions to exterminate Armenians were made by provincial governors in 1914.
Researchers suggest targeting men who work outside at night and travelers/seasonal workers to prevent lingering malaria cases. Despite widespread use of insecticide-treated bed nets and indoor spraying, Zanzibar struggles to eliminate the disease due to residual cases. Human behavior is key to addressing this issue.
A new study reviewing 492 studies on changing implicit bias found only a small percentage examined changes over time or behavioral effects. Researchers question the promise of implicit bias training to address social problems like discrimination.
A U-M study analyzed 3,870 clothing items and found that one in 11 featured food graphics, with two-thirds being unhealthy. The analysis suggests that food graphics on kids' clothes may influence children's eating habits and reinforce obesity-promoting messaging.
Researchers found that granting access to sanitary products alone is insufficient to improve well-being. Interventions should focus on knowledge, social support, and reducing negative attitudes towards menstruation.
A new reading of the Mesha Stele suggests that biblical King Balak may have been a historical figure, based on high-resolution images revealing three consonants in the monarch's name. The name is now believed to be 'Balak', a king of Moab mentioned in the biblical story of Balaam, rather than the previously accepted 'House of David'.
Two clinical trials found that modulating the vasopressin hormone's biological pathway enhanced social functioning in adults and children with ASD. The studies showed improvements in social behavior, adaptive skills, and reduced anxiety symptoms in treated individuals.
A case study illustrates how institutional and cultural embedded racial hierarchies prevent people of color from meeting their basic needs. The authors suggest that identifying structural racism in healthcare can lead to improved outcomes, such as reducing disparities in breast cancer mortality.
A recent survey of 1,200 teachers found that workload and work-life balance were the main reasons for leaving or considering leaving the profession. The study suggests that addressing these issues may not be enough to prevent a significant number of new teachers from leaving within ten years.
The UC3M's FECYT project produces educational videos addressing topics like self-driving vehicles, therapy robots, and rare illnesses, combining humour, scientific discoveries, and ethical dilemmas to engage young viewers.
A recent study by the University of Kansas researcher Margaret Kelley found that first-year engineering students who hold progressive attitudes, including those about gender equity, are more likely to drink less. The researchers argue that this behavior becomes in conjunction with their more progressive attitudes on women in the profes...
A randomized clinical trial tested a wearable behavioral intervention to reinforce facial engagement and emotion recognition in children with ASD. The study found that the intervention improved social behavior in these children.
A new study examines the link between birth complications and social anxiety symptoms in children, finding that perinatal issues can increase behavioral inhibition and anxiety levels. The research suggests that childhood temperament may be a developmental pathway for this relationship.