Articles tagged with Social Relationships
Research from Michigan State University reveals that spotted hyenas form mobs based on strong social relationships and can cooperate even when there's no obvious benefit. The study found that female hyenas were more likely to join mobs when there were no male lions present.
A new study from Texas A&M University found that individuals living in poverty and poor housing conditions are more likely to develop new mobility issues following a COVID-19 infection. The study analyzed data from Michigan residents who experienced new difficulty walking or climbing stairs after being diagnosed with COVID-19.
Sydney researchers have identified new structural relationships in complex networks like Twitter and political blogs. A 'source-basin' structure plays a crucial role in organizing the flow of information, with influential nodes serving as sources and densely connected active nodes forming basins.
The study reveals that bilateral cooperation intensity has gradually strengthened between China and Russia over the past three decades. Energy trade assumed new importance after 2008, while military cooperation showed a more varied pattern of evolution. Political cooperation structures the Sino-Russian relationship, driving its progress.
Researchers found that second language English speakers underestimate how much they are liked by others, with females underestimating their speaking skills even more. This 'liking gap' can limit beneficial interactions and hinder meaningful relationships, potentially affecting students' academic and social integration at universities.
Researchers tested infrared thermography protocol, but found it unreliable for measuring brown adipose tissue activity. The team suggests alternative methodologies to study links between thermoregulation and social behaviors.
A national US study found students who perceived bias in bullying experienced negative impacts on self-esteem, physical health, and schoolwork. Schools should prioritize programs targeting biased victimization to reduce inequality.
Research out of Osaka University reveals that many Japanese people continue to wear masks for socio-psychological reasons, including relief and norm. The study found correlations between mask usage motivations and actual mask usage before and after the government downgraded COVID-19's legal status.
A new study found that sensory differences exacerbate loneliness and poor mental health in Autistic adults, highlighting the need for inclusive social spaces. The research also showed that financial inequalities and lack of employment opportunities contribute to feelings of isolation among Autistic individuals.
A new study by UArizona researchers found that solitude does not correlate with feelings of loneliness unless a person spends 75% of their time alone. The study also highlights the importance of social connections for human health and introduces a new method to measure social activity using a smartphone app.
A recent UBC Okanagan study found that canine cuddles have a comparable positive wellness effect across all genders, contradicting previous studies with predominantly female participants. The research suggests that canine-assisted interventions can be an inclusive option for post-secondary mental health and wellness programs.
Researchers identified a novel measure, the 'd factor', linking distractibility with ADHD symptoms and hyperfocus. The study found strong statistical links between external distraction, intrusive thoughts, and mind-wandering, suggesting a general distractibility trait.
Research found that DEI initiatives for vulnerable groups, like LGBT and military veterans, affect stock prices differently depending on the presidency. Companies with DEI for these groups saw higher or lower stock returns during Obama and Trump presidencies respectively.
A recent study found that grandparent childcare does not significantly impact maternal mental health and wellbeing, nor does it reduce mother-child conflict. In fact, poor maternal wellbeing at age three was linked to poor child social and emotional outcomes at age seven.
A new study from the University of Illinois found that children of parents with higher work-related stress have lower socioemotional competency at age 4-5. Meanwhile, mothers' job dissatisfaction does not impact family mealtimes, but fathers' financial dissatisfaction leads to reduced attendance and negative child development outcomes.
A mixed methods study of 53,246 patients and 56 clinicians found that gay and lesbian patients, cisgender women, and doctors' sociodemographics are linked to higher odds of documented sexual history. Conversely, older patients, long-term relationships, and non-English primary languages are associated with lower odds.
A study found that negative childhood experiences can lead to lower levels of social support and relationships, increasing the likelihood of physical frailty. Adults with negative childhood experiences who maintained strong social relationships were less likely to develop severe frailty.
A recent study by the University of Toronto has found a significant link between food insecurity and muscle dysmorphia symptoms among adolescent and young adult Canadians. The research revealed that individuals experiencing food insecurity were more likely to suffer from symptoms of muscle dysmorphia, including functional impairment an...
A new study by Hebrew University researchers reveals that conformity impairs group performance in temporally variable settings. In contrast, lower conformity facilitates more efficient adaptability in groups, shedding light on the nuanced relationship between conformity and group outcomes.
Researchers found that wild jackdaws strategically switch friends to get mealworm rewards, but stick with offspring, siblings, and mating partners. The study provides new insights into how animals manage social relationships and how societies emerge from individual decisions.
A study published in PLOS ONE found that first-time fathers face a steeper decline in relationship satisfaction following childbirth compared to second-time fathers. Second-time fathers experience an increase in relationship satisfaction within 14 months postpartum, returning to baseline levels.
A new study reveals that digital hugs can be cultivated through the development of social skills and attention to norms and conventions in online interactions. By understanding how people interact with each other online, researchers have identified a key factor in creating meaningful connections: 'digital tact.'
Researchers found that childhood adversity can reshape an individual's moral development, leading to a 'deformative experience' that pulls them away from their true nature. This asymmetric sensitivity to life history information affects judgments of praise and blame.
Research reveals US municipal bonds are priced higher for communities with larger Black populations, despite lack of correlation with climate risk. This association adds up to an estimated $900 million cost penalty per year across all Black Americans.
A study published in PLOS ONE found that children's ability to recognize dog emotions, especially aggression, improves with age. Four-year-olds were less able to recognize aggressive dog expressions than six-year-olds and adults. As children grow older and gain experience with dogs, they become better at reading canine facial expressions.
A new academic paper from Rice University and Texas A\(M g University found that interracial relationships do not necessarily end discriminatory tendencies among individuals, even those in romantic partnerships. Researchers examined existing research on close interracial relationships to see how they impacted overall attitudes about ra...
A new study from UEA found that friendly interactions with people from diverse groups can significantly reduce the endorsement and tolerance of conspiracy theories. Positive intergroup contact has been shown to decrease prejudice towards targeted groups, including Jewish people and immigrants.
A new computer science tool is applied to examine Judeo-Christian relations in literature from the early first centuries CE, yielding wondrous results. The study reveals that Jewish sources are familiar with early Christian sources, but show wider geographical familiarity with both eastern and western Christian sources in later periods.
New research found that positive intergroup contact reduces the development of conspiracy theories about other groups. Experts from the University of Nottingham discovered that among British participants, positive contact interfered with the development of conspiracy beliefs about immigrants and Jewish people.
New research uses MRI and CT scans to study the anatomy of primate clitoris, revealing stark differences in morphology across species. The findings suggest that female genitalia have been chronically understudied, with significant diversity in clitoral structure and function.
A new study found that homophobic name-calling, even from friends, has a negative impact on teenagers' mental health, including depressive symptoms and decreased sense of belonging. The research highlights the importance of clear anti-bullying policies, teacher education, and supportive interventions to prevent such behavior.
A study by UC Santa Barbara psychology professor Hongbo Yu found that individuals prone to guilt in their everyday lives are less likely to take bribes. The research suggests that anticipatory guilt may make people think twice before engaging in corrupt behavior, particularly when they can see the potential harm to others.
A new article explores how a CEO's subgroup power can impact decisions about CEO dismissal. Powerful subgroups of directors can exert influence to protect the CEO, even if the company is performing poorly. The study analyzed 20 years of data from S&P 500 boards.
A study published in Health & Place found that walkable neighborhoods foster social interactions with neighbors, promoting a sense of community. Researchers analyzed data from 1,745 adults living in Seattle, Baltimore, and Washington D.C., revealing that these environments encourage active behaviors like walking and socializing.
Researchers developed a model that considers multiple coexisting social norms and studied how these norms might compete as individuals learn from one another. Key findings include the success of 'stern judging' in promoting cooperation, particularly in situations where individuals show a preference for interacting within their own group.
A study by researchers at the University of Portsmouth found a significant connection between social organisation and cognitive skills in monkeys. Tonkean macaques, known for their diverse and complex relationships, demonstrated better overall control of distraction, emotions, and actions compared to less tolerant species.
A new study suggests that sabotage, collusion, and 'feeding' behaviors from loved ones can undermine weight loss attempts. Researchers found these negative social support mechanisms can erode confidence and self-esteem.
The study found that COVID-19 lockdowns led to significant declines in face-to-face and virtual interactions among couples, particularly among lower-income and Latino/Black couples. These declines persisted even after vaccines became available and restrictions were lifted. The researchers highlight the need for public health measures t...
Researchers at the Institute for Basic Science have identified specific neurons in the hippocampus that allow us to recognize individual social counterparts and update their value through interactions. The dorsal CA1 region plays a crucial role in this process, enabling long-term memories of individuals to be formed.
A new study of nearly 200 baboons in southern Kenya found that adversity early in life can take years off their lifespan, but strong social bonds with other baboons in adulthood can help get them back. Baboons who formed stronger social connections added 2.2 years to their lives, no matter what they had faced when they were younger.
A new survey found no evidence of a sexual double standard, with men being judged more strictly in short-term relationships but equally as in long-term ones. Women's masturbation is also seen as sexy and accepted, contradicting common stereotypes.
The study develops three exact algorithms and one approximation algorithm to identify tenuous groups, outperforming existing metrics in efficiency and accuracy. The results demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed methods on real datasets.
A Boston University-led study discovered that self-essentialist reasoning plays a crucial role in attraction. When individuals assume others share an underlying essence, they're more likely to form connections with them. However, this flawed thinking can restrict who we find attractive, as it's based on superficial similarities.
A recent study found concerning levels of anxiety among female farmers in England and Wales, with factors including financial pressures, workload, and isolation contributing to moderate to severe anxiety. The research also highlights the need for greater support and social connections to improve mental health in this group.
A new analysis suggests that US dog and cat owners experienced greater reductions in stress and loneliness during the reopening period, while cat owners showed more stress and loneliness. The study also found that pet ownership was linked to less loneliness related to romantic relationships.
A study by Drexel University and Vanderbilt University analyzed 82 relevant conversations on Instagram direct messages where teens asked for help, revealing that most disclosures were about mental health concerns. Support was offered in most cases, but specific sets of circumstances led to denial.
A study of working men in Japan, Taiwan, and South Korea found that alcohol-tolerant individuals do not earn more than their intolerant colleagues. Despite the cultural pressure to drink, better social drinkers did not experience a wage premium in terms of working hours or earnings.
A new study reveals that certain wellbeing-related factors, such as household income, internet access, and air pollution levels, are associated with economic growth in European Union countries. Western Europe's strong link to economic growth is attributed to disposable household income, inter-regional mobility, and housing, whereas Cen...
A new study found that people of diverse cultures, including those from England, Italy, Poland, and Russia, tend to help others in everyday life. The researchers analyzed video recordings of social interactions in 350 individuals from eight languages and cultures and found that the human tendency to help others is a universal principle.
Jeong Min Lee, KSR President and professor at Seoul National University Hospital, is honored with ARRS membership. He has published over 470 scientific articles and serves on the editorial board of several publications.
A nationwide study found that poor family cohesion among bereaved youth is strongly associated with negative psychological effects years after the loss. The research highlights the importance of supporting families during parental illness and immediately after the loss to improve long-term health and well-being.
Research explores how social norms and culture influence food preferences, physical activity behaviors and future hopes for community development. Key themes include the importance of creating interventions aligned with cultural norms to create effective and sustainable programs.
The study reveals that female youth charged with prostitution had significantly higher prevalence rates of physical abuse and lower likelihood of living with parents, while males were more likely to live with their parents. Education and training are crucial for professionals to identify sex trafficking victimization and reduce misiden...
A WSU study found that positive gossip about job-related behavior increased willingness to give a raise, while negative gossip had the opposite effect. Context-specific gossip was more influential than random gossip, suggesting that people use gossip to compete for valuable resources.
A Rutgers study found that nearly one in five LGBTQ people experienced an increase in intimate partner violence after the COVID-19 pandemic began. Those living in the southern US were more likely to report this increase, with intimate partner violence also linked to greater depressive symptoms.
Cornell University researchers found that teens' trust in COVID-19 news on social media is key to their well-being. Higher levels of trust are linked to a positive sense of social well-being and lower levels can lead to stress. News literacy programs are crucial for young people to discern fact-based sources from misinformation.
A new study examines how socialization impacts gender-based research in marketing, finding that most studies focus on differences between men and women, with few exploring social construction of gender experiences and identities. Researchers recommend more diverse and inclusive methods to reflect current gender expressions.
A team of experts at the University of Manchester has received €2.5million funding to design smarter robots that can understand humans' inner feelings through language. The project aims to develop robots that can engage meaningfully with older generations, helping them in everyday life.
A new study found that coronavirus lockdowns led to increased emotional and behavioral difficulties in children, particularly those with families experiencing co-habitation issues. Caregivers in Turkey reported higher levels of worry about COVID-19 infection, yet showed lower family co-existence difficulties.
New research by Anglia Ruskin University found that attending live sporting events boosts life satisfaction and sense of life being worthwhile, while reducing loneliness. The study used data from over 7,200 adults living in England and suggests that watching live sport can be an effective public health tool.