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10/09/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Theory of mind: Fascinating study suggests great apes can understand each others’ mental states, just like humans
A recent study published in the journal PNAS suggests that apes can understand each other’s mental states, such as desires, beliefs and false beliefs about reality. This ability, called the theory of mind, was once thought to be unique to humans. It’s described as a cognitive skill that allowed a person to decipher what others think or feel based on […]
08/24/2020
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By Zoey Sky
Are you hungry? Study shows working on an empty stomach affects your decision-making skills
You’ve probably had people warn you against buying groceries on an empty stomach to avoid being tempted by junk food. According to a study published in the journal Psychonomic Bulletin & Review, making major decisions on an empty stomach can make you more impatient and more inclined to settle for smaller rewards. Hunger and compromised decision-making skills Dr. Benjamin […]
09/03/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Virtual reality could help people get over their fear of public speaking
The fear of public speaking can prevent otherwise brilliant people from sharing potentially valuable ideas with the world. In a News Wise article, Texan researchers propose that this debilitating fear can be overcome through the use of virtual reality technology. Public speaking is considered to be one of the greatest and most common fears for […]
08/17/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Birds of the same feather? Study finds that you hang out with people who have the same pain tolerance as you
You have a lot of things that are similar to your friends – with hobbies and interests being some of them. However, according to a recent study in the Scandinavian Journal of Pain, you may also have the same pain tolerance levels, provided that you and your friends are males. The study, which included an editorial […]
08/15/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Virtual reality therapy can help improve an offender’s empathy by experiencing victims’ point of view
Can virtual reality help violent individuals who lack emotional recognition improve their perception of emotions? Researchers from the University of Barcelona and the August Pi i Sunyer Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBAPS) designed a virtual reality system that may help instill empathy in violent offenders. The system allows men who committed a domestic violence crime to experience […]
05/06/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Speak to yourself nicely: People who say they are sickly are more likely to be, even if they’re physically active
It’s time to stop being too hard on yourself. According to a study, your perception of your fitness, especially compared to your peers, may affect your actual physical health. The study, which was led by researchers from Stanford University, had determined that individuals who believe they’re not as active as people who are the same age could be […]
03/15/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Shocking scientific study concludes violent video games may REDUCE real-world violence by providing a safe outlet for aggression
A recent study published in Violence and Gender reported that video games can “decrease the likelihood of producing hate material online.” According to researcher Jim Hawdon, the results of the study implies that “violent video games may serve as an outlet for aggression, not a precursor.” Hawdon is a professor of sociology and director of the Virginia Tech Center […]
01/31/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
New science confirms you can relieve pain, attain better health with the power of your mind
When it comes to pain relief, the phrase “mind over matter” can be applied. According to an article published in Psychology Today, your mindset affects your health, how fast you heal, and how well treatments work for you. This is because pain, regardless of where it is felt, is processed in the brain and the […]
01/09/2018
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By Frances Bloomfield
Chronic exposure to violence kills empathy, ability to process emotions: Study finds violent video games change young people’s brains
Violent video games are often thought of as encouraging anti-social, aggressive behavior; new research has suggested that they can do so much more. The investigators behind a recent study have found that prolonged exposure to violent video games may actually impact people on a neural level, resulting in reduced empathy and increased emotional callousness. In […]
12/17/2017
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By Michelle Simmons
Product of their environment? Scientists study the link between a violent community and antisocial behavior in kids
Do you live in an environment where violence is present? A study finds that children and teenagers who experienced living in a violent community have more chances of being antisocial in comparison with those who live in peaceful communities. A team of researchers from the University of Basel and the University Psychiatric Hospital Basel has carried […]
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