One can Develop Fearlessness Serotonin, a neurotransmitter, is important in both the onset and unlearning of fear and anxiety. A research group has been looking into the underlying mechanisms.…
Why Grieving People May Find the Holidays Sad and What to Do About It The holidays can be a difficult time for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. The holiday season is often associated with…
ADHD can be Objectively Detected Using Virtual Reality Game Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex mental health disorder that is diagnosed based on a combination of symptoms, including difficulty paying attention, impulsivity,…
The Advantages of Being in Public, both Mentally and Physically Spending time in public can have a number of mental and physical benefits. Here are a few: Many people have delivered the well-worn advice to…
Those Who Played With Construction-Based Toys and Video Games as Children had Better Spatial Skills Spatial skills are abilities that allow individuals to understand and navigate their environment, such as the ability to understand and manipulate objects in three-dimensional space.…
Do People believe that Computers make Fair Decisions? It depends on the individual and their beliefs about artificial intelligence and decision-making. Some people may believe that computers are capable of making fair decisions,…
Some Domains of Psychological Attributes Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior, but did you know there are five different perspectives on psychology? Human psychology was first…
Individual Differences in Human Functioning Individual differences refer to the ways in which people differ from one another in their characteristics, abilities, and traits. These differences can be physical, cognitive,…
People with a History of Depression may Find Mindfulness Helpful in Managing their Memories of the Past As much as thinking back on recollections of past occasions might make us happy and pleased, doing so can also trigger difficult-to-control thoughts and feelings.…
Teenagers Who Lack Sleep Require More Than Just More Time To Sleep In my previous post, I (Joseph A. Buckhalt Ph.D.) discussed the importance of sleep regularity and consistency in wake-up and bedtimes from night to night.…
New Research on Cheating and Relationship Distress: Why Some Relationships are More Prone to Infidelity According to recent research that was published in the journal Psychological Science, romantic infidelity is preceded by conflict and relationship suffering. Researchers Stavrova, Pronk, and…
According to a Study, Meditation may be Just as Effective for Anxiety as Prescription Medicines In the United States, anxiety is the most prevalent mental health issue. 34 percent of people will experience an anxiety problem at some point in…