Articles tagged with Social Psychology
Researchers at the University of Bonn found that toxic personalities who are socially adept can still succeed professionally due to their ability to deceive others. The study suggests that balancing personal traits with social skills is crucial for career advancement.
A study by University of South Australia Adjunct Professor Jan de Jonge found that obsessively passionate runners are more likely to suffer from running-related injuries. In contrast, runners who maintain a harmonious balance between running and other activities report fewer injuries.
Researchers found that psychedelic drug users experience increased positive mood, social connectedness, and transformative experiences at mass gatherings. The study validates previous findings in laboratory and clinical settings, suggesting potential therapeutic effects of psychedelic use.
A recent Yale study found that people who recently used psychedelics report sustained improvements in mood and feelings of social connectedness. The study, which surveyed over 1,200 festival attendees, confirms previous laboratory research indicating psychedelic substances enhance mental well-being.
A 10-year study found that the prevalence of probable depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms were significantly higher during the 2019 social unrest in Hong Kong compared to pre-2014 levels. The study estimates that mental health-care providers may need to prepare for a 12% rise in demand for public sector services.
Research at Cornell University found that food restrictions predict loneliness among children and adults, causing increased feelings of exclusion. Participants experienced 'food worries' and fretted about their dietary choices, leading to a degree of loneliness comparable to that reported by unmarried or low-income adults.
A global survey of over 7,000 people from 27 countries reveals that kin care and long-term relationships are the most important motivations in life, surpassing mate seeking. People who prioritize family values tend to be more satisfied with their lives and have better well-being.
A new study from the University of Bath found that husbands are most stressed when their wives earn more than 40% of household income, and that this can lead to increased psychological distress and decreased mental health. The study also showed that traditional gender norms about male breadwinning can be harmful to men's mental health.
Researchers found that planning self-control strategies in advance is more effective than responding to temptation. The first four strategies - situation selection, modification, distraction, and reappraisal - were generally more effective than response inhibition.
A recent study found that people on both sides of the political spectrum value proportionality in achieving success, with liberals caring more about equity and conservatives valuing proportionality. The researchers aimed to understand the moral foundations behind political partisanship and how it influences policy support.
A recent study from the University of Texas at Austin suggests that a priority rule for organ donors could lead to a decline in the quality of donated organs. The researchers propose a solution of a 'freeze period' to ensure a higher organ supply without compromising quality.
A study published in Social Psychological and Personality Science found that individuals who overclaim their knowledge are more likely to vote against the establishment, with a 1.62 times higher likelihood for radical right voters. However, increased actual knowledge decreases this likelihood by 0.85 measurement points.
A study by University at Buffalo psychologist Michael Poulin explores the effects of near-miss experiences associated with the 9/11 terrorist attacks on mental health. The research found that survivors who narrowly avoided disaster reported higher levels of re-experiencing symptoms and probable post-traumatic stress disorder.
A study published in Social Psychological and Personality Science found that 23-33% of women have engaged in a 'foodie call', a date for a free meal rather than romance. Women with traditional gender role beliefs and high 'dark triad' personality traits were more likely to participate.
A new study published in Body Image found that perfectionism is related to breast size dissatisfaction among childless women. In contrast, motherhood appears to boost body image and reduce breast size dissatisfaction, particularly among women with multiple children.
A recent study published in Social Science and Medicine found that working one day a week can provide significant mental health benefits, reducing the risk of mental health problems by an average of 30%. Working longer hours did not provide further boosts to wellbeing. The researchers suggest that the ideal
A University of Toronto study reveals that individuals often repeat patterns with the same personality traits in their current and past partners, indicating a strong tendency to date similar types. This finding suggests that people may indeed have an innate 'type' when it comes to romantic relationships.
A new study by Australian National University found that the death of a close friend can significantly impact a person's physical health, mental wellbeing, and social life for up to four years. The researchers warn that inadequate support during this time is leading to poor health outcomes.
Research by Dartmouth College and Princeton University researchers finds that creative experts are better at imagining distant experiences due to a unique neural system. They use the dorsal medial system default network, associated with empathy, to think about other people and perspectives.
New research from UCLA suggests that predicting little change in one's future self is strongly related to increased life satisfaction. People who expect to remain the same tend to be more satisfied with their lives ten years later, while those expecting improvement or decline report less satisfaction.
A new study explores ideological belief bias, where people judge logical arguments based on their believability rather than sound premises. Liberals and conservatives showed varying levels of ability to identify flawed arguments supporting opposing views. The findings suggest that being open to the other side can lead to a better under...
A study published by the American Psychological Association found that people who feel threatened to their positive self-image are more likely to save money. The researchers conducted a series of experiments involving over 2,400 participants and found that those with lower social connections also reported saving less.
A study by researchers at Michigan State University found that social factors can contribute to muscle and joint pain in nurses. When support is perceived as uneven, tempers rise, leading to increased risk of injuries. Implementing strategies to improve the social environment for nurses may reduce stress and promote physical health.
A new study found that millennials' worry about college is mitigated by parents' supportive relationships meeting their basic needs of autonomy, competence, and relatedness. However, over-involvement in parenting predicts lower need satisfaction, higher worry, and poor psychological well-being.
A new study by Dr. Keon West found that ethnic minorities and majorities experience similar decreases in happiness and life satisfaction after microaggressions. The researcher argues that the 'hypersensitivity hypothesis' has undermined the severity of microaggression effects, suggesting a shift towards eliminating these experiences.
A new study suggests that social connectedness can act as a protective buffer against the negative mental health effects of cyberbullying. The findings indicate that individuals with stronger social connections are less likely to experience depression, anxiety, and stress due to cybervictimization.
A university-wide analysis found that professors' 'growth mindsets' are associated with better educational outcomes for all students, especially underrepresented racial and ethnic groups. In STEM classes, faculty who believe intelligence is malleable have smaller racial achievement gaps.
A new study reveals that people believe good spirits reside in mountains and evil spirits in caves, and that governments are rated as more moral than organizations after a transgression. Meanwhile, concerns about machines making life-or-death decisions may limit their role in the future.
Research highlights distinct racial disparities in social support needs for breast cancer patients among White and Black women. The study found that White participants relied on other breast cancer survivors as a key source of social support, whereas Black participants did not.
A study found that the RMET test for mental health understanding is biased against less educated individuals, as well as ethnic and racial minorities. The test relies too heavily on a person's vocabulary, intelligence, and culturally-biased stimuli.
A new study reveals biases against immigrants with non-anglicized names in the US, particularly in moral dilemmas. The research suggests that anglicizing ethnic names may reduce bias towards immigrants, but cautioning against promoting equity through name changes.
A recent study found that vaping encourages long-term relapse prevention and does not necessarily lead to a full relapse. Researchers interviewed 40 people who had quit smoking by switching to vaping and discovered that they perceived smoking lapses differently than in the past.
A University of Pennsylvania study found that limiting time on Facebook, Snapchat, and Instagram leads to significant decreases in depression and loneliness. The researchers connected social media usage with decreased well-being through objective data tracking iPhone battery screens.
A recent study published by the American Psychological Association found that people's search for meaning in life is strongly associated with a need for excitement and support for political violence. The researchers suggest that providing thrilling but non-violent alternatives may help curb the impulse to harm.
Researchers developed a pragmatic survey tool to measure immigrant integration across six dimensions: psychological, economic, political, social, linguistic, and navigational. The tool's validity was tested with empirical tests, showing it can differentiate between levels of integration and track with commonly used predictors.
A new study suggests that people tend to stay in unsatisfying romantic relationships because they consider their partner's needs and wants. The more dependent the partner is on the relationship, the less likely the person is to initiate a breakup. This altruistic component highlights the complexity of relationship decision-making.
A new study found that factors such as extraversion, openness, independence, and social support positively impact mental wellbeing in young adults with kidney failure. Higher medication adherence was linked to living with parents, conscientiousness, and physician access satisfaction.
A major review of 400 research articles found no significant association between acts of terrorism and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), suggesting that 'terrorism isn't terrorising' in terms of causing increased PTSD. The study argues that the focus on PTSD has overshadowed other impacts, such as social and economic effects.
A study published by the American Psychological Association found that agreeableness is associated with lower savings, higher debt and higher default rates. Agreeable individuals care less about money, leading to a higher risk of money mismanagement, especially for those with lower incomes.
Researchers describe five stages of give-up-itis, a condition characterized by progressive psychological decline and apathy, leading to potentially life-threatening consequences. The condition is triggered by severe trauma and affects the anterior cingulate circuit, governing motivation and goal-directed behavior.
A new study finds that emotionally stable individuals tend to spend more during the holiday season. In contrast, those with lower stress thresholds and higher neuroticism levels tend to spend less.
A review paper published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that high levels of optimism can lead to a reduced risk of heart disease. Optimistic patients were more likely to engage in healthy behaviors such as regular physical activity, healthy eating and not smoking.
Researchers found that evaluators consider lower tracks more suitable for low-SES pupils and higher tracks for high-SES pupils, even when achievement is identical. This suggests that tracking systems can perpetuate academic differences among students as a function of their socio-economic status.
Research suggests that policy strategies such as nutrition labeling, taxing sugar sweetened beverages, and promoting healthy environments can improve diets. The American College of Cardiology recommends these policies to address the complex dietary risk factor modification needed to reduce cardiovascular disease prevalence.
Research suggests that psychedelic drugs can help treat disorders such as social anxiety, depression, and PTSD when used in combination with psychotherapy. Studies have shown promising results for MDMA, psilocybin, and ayahuasca in reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and disordered eating.
Developmental prosopagnosia often occurs due to a neurobiological problem in the brain affecting visual recognition broadly. The study found that DPs had reduced responses to faces but normal responses to objects, scenes, and bodies across all face-selective areas.
A recent study found that asking individuals to set up a long-term screening schedule can increase adherence to evidence-based guidelines for cancer screening. In the study, 62.6% of participants made decisions reflecting USPSTF's recommendations when asked to choose a screening schedule for the next 10 years.
A study by University of East Anglia found that vaping supports long-term smoking abstinence and even encourages those who don't want to quit. Vapers reported improved respiratory function, taste, and smell after switching from cigarettes.
New Cornell research finds that immediate rewards increase intrinsic motivation by increasing positive experience of a task. This can lead to improved persistence and motivation, with important implications for employee motivation and loyalty programs.
A quarter of intensive care patients are readmitted to hospital shortly after returning home, research suggests. Poor carer stress, difficulty understanding health and social care packages, and psychological trauma contribute to high rates of return, the findings show. The study highlights the need for services to take into account com...
Research published in Psychological Science found that individuals who engaged in socially-focused strategies experienced increased life satisfaction, whereas those with nonsocial strategies showed no change. Time spent socializing with family, friends, and neighbors was particularly linked to improved well-being.
Researchers at Rutgers University found that white people perceive biracial individuals as less trustworthy and likeable when they contextually present themselves as one race or another. In a series of studies, hundreds of white participants rated bloggers who identified as biracial but presented themselves differently in different sit...
A study by University of Seville experts found that over-60s access online banking when they understand its usefulness and value social influence from younger family members. Banks can encourage acceptance by promoting online services through user-friendly designs, leaflets, and recommendations.
A new study found that couples do poorly at picking up on each other's soft negative emotions like sadness or loneliness. Couples need to be more attuned to their partner's feelings and communicate more effectively to avoid negatively affecting the relationship.
Researchers found that frequent use of first-person singular pronouns may indicate a tendency towards negative emotionality, rather than depression alone. High levels of 'I-talk' were linked to anxiety and other negative emotions, suggesting it could be a broader risk factor for mental health concerns.
Research shows that authenticity and perceived racial diversity significantly decrease major experiences of discrimination in the workplace. Inclusive schools can also affirm identity among members of negatively stereotyped groups, leading to improved academic outcomes and increased well-being.
People with Multiple Sclerosis who experience stigma are more likely to suffer from depression, according to researchers. Having a strong support system and sense of autonomy can help reduce the negative effects of stigma.
A new study from New York University found that college roommates tend to underestimate their roommate's level of distress, despite being able to detect certain changes over time. The researchers suggest that training roommates to recognize and respond to distress could lead to improved accuracy and support for college students.
A study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology found that individuals who quickly disengage their attention from attractive partners are less likely to engage in infidelity. Conversely, those who take longer to look away from romantic alternatives have a higher risk of infidelity. Additionally, devaluing potentia...
A UK survey found that feelings of threat from immigration, distrust of politicians, and disidentification with Europe significantly impacted voting intentions for Brexit. The results suggest that perceived threats from immigration were a key factor in shaping the Brexit vote.