Articles tagged with Social Cognition
A study published in Psychological Science found that socially painful experiences can be revisited through memory recall, causing increased emotional pain. In contrast, physically painful events tend to fade with time. The study's findings suggest an evolutionary aspect of human brain development, particularly in the cerebral cortex, ...
Research by Oscar Ybarra and colleagues found that social interaction enhances intellectual performance, suggesting that 'social interaction exercises' cognitive processes measured on tasks. People reap cognitive benefits from socializing, experiencing relatively immediate cognitive boosts.
A recent study on joint attention reveals its crucial role in understanding autism, suggesting impaired social skills and communication difficulties. The 'attention-systems model' proposes that joint attention is the result of two basic forms of attention interacting throughout development.
A study published in Science found that toddlers outperform apes in understanding nonverbal communications, imitating solutions to problems, and understanding intentions of others. The research suggests that humans have distinctive social cognitive skills that allow them to excel in cultural groups.
Scientists engineered mice with a single mutation in the neuroligin-3 gene to study autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), finding improved spatial learning and memory while impairing social interactions. The mouse model may help understand how specific defects in neural development lead to ASDs.
A landmark study found that adult Delawareans with disabilities have only fair to poor health, with high rates of obesity, diabetes, and secondary health conditions. The study also highlighted the importance of caregivers and the need for improved health education and awareness.
New research reveals kids consider multiple factors when deciding who to include in their groups, including social skills, group dynamics, bias, and inclusion/exclusion. Understanding these processes can help address exclusion and promote social justice.
Researchers at Emory University's Yerkes National Primate Research Center found that elephants can recognize themselves in a mirror, exhibiting complex behaviors like self-awareness and social complexity. This discovery suggests convergent evolution with humans and highlights the species' high level of intelligence and empathy.
Researchers found that larger social networks are associated with reduced cognitive impairment in people with Alzheimer's disease pathology. The study suggests that healthy interactions with friends and family can have a positive impact on disease prevention.
Research suggests that full-day kindergarten provides better cognitive learning outcomes for all children, including disadvantaged ones, due to its broadened social and academic experiences. Successful teachers utilize the extra time to enhance students' skills in both subjects.
Researchers at Duke University Medical Center found that monkeys will pay to view images of familiar, high-ranking individuals or those with potential sexual partners. This study demonstrates that monkeys assess visual information by its social value, providing insight into their social cognition.
A Northwestern University study shows that short-term exposure to social and physical activity improves cognitive performance and subjective sleep quality in older adults. The 14-day program included 90 minutes of daily activity, resulting in a 4-6% improvement in cognitive function.
Researchers find that people's brains use both reason and emotion when making personal moral judgments, as opposed to judgment of others. Increased activity in the 'anterior cingulate cortex' was found in difficult personal moral dilemmas.
A study comparing antidepressants and cognitive behavioral therapy found that both were effective in treating social phobia, with 54.2% of patients experiencing improvement. However, combining treatment did not yield additional benefits.
A study found that preschool participation significantly increases rates of high school completion and lowers juvenile arrest rates. The primary contributors to these outcomes include attendance in high-quality elementary schools and parental involvement in school.
A meta-analytic review found that home visiting programs enhance parenting behaviors, increase educational attainment, and boost children's cognitive and social skills. While the benefits are statistically significant, the magnitude of the impact varies.
Research by Yale University suggests that moderate gamblers aged 65+ experience improved overall health due to increased socialization and cognitive stimulation. However, the activity can still become highly addictive, particularly with non-strategic games, posing financial risks for older adults on fixed incomes.
Researchers found baboons respond more strongly to rank-reversals between families than within families, indicating sophisticated social understanding.
A recent Tufts University study explores the role of skin tone in perceptions of Black Americans, revealing that both blacks and whites associate positive traits with light-skinned individuals and negative traits with dark-skinned individuals. The research sheds new light on a lingering aspect of racial inequality.
A new study finds that even modest increases in family economic resources improve cognitive development, language abilities, and social behavior in young children from poor families. The study discovered a correlation between income-to-need ratios and developmental outcomes in children from birth to age 3.
Bilinguals prefer their first taught language for mental arithmetic activities due to skills acquired, according to Texas A&M University research. This finding has significant educational implications, particularly in areas with high concentrations of bilingual populations.
Researchers identified education and current health status as significant predictors of improved or maintained cognitive performance in older African Americans. The study also found that women are less likely to experience decline in cognitive functioning than men.