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A large review of past research has identified several personality traits, including impulsivity and neuroticism, that correlate with problematic internet pornography use. Conversely, traits like self-control and conscientiousness correspond with lower… dlvr.it/TVfgsS
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A recent brain imaging study reveals that people with excessive smartphone habits process social exclusion differently than average users. Heightened brain activity in pain-processing regions suggests that heavy screen use is tied to a distinct… dlvr.it/TVdzvK
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Scientists have successfully replaced the cortex of genetically modified mice with lab-grown human brain tissue. The transplanted human cells formed functioning circuits and responded to injury, offering a revolutionary new way to study human… dlvr.it/TVffCw
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Does the sex of your child influence your marriage? New psychological research suggests that having a daughter prompts fathers to invest significantly more time and energy into their romantic partnership than having a son. dlvr.it/TVdxjT
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A psychological study reveals that people who view the world as inherently dangerous consistently overestimate physical risks and view strangers as untrustworthy. This broad worldview predicts individual threat perception better than underlying anxiety… dlvr.it/TVfcqd
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A new analysis of longitudinal data reveals a surprising cross-generational connection: mothers whose children excel in math and reading tend to experience better physical and mental health during their middle-aged years. dlvr.it/TVdvDg
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A new analysis challenges the narrative that Republican lawmakers back Donald Trump purely out of fear. Instead, decades of political realignment have created a unified base, meaning Congress and the president now answer to the exact same voters. dlvr.it/TVfbPB
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Being easily disgusted is often linked to conservative political views, but a new study reveals a surprising catch. This connection is actually strongest among individuals who are least aware of their own internal bodily sensations. dlvr.it/TVds4r
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New research indicates that changes in the brain's outer layer can be detected at least seven years before amyloid plaques reach high levels. This challenges the traditional timeline of how Alzheimer's disease develops. dlvr.it/TVdcDX
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New research shows that highly conscientious people strategically direct their gaze at leaders during workplace negotiations. This nonverbal behavior acts as a powerful signal, making them appear more reliable and diligent to their colleagues. dlvr.it/TVdZX4
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Being smart, focused, or detail-oriented won’t stop you from missing unexpected objects hidden in plain sight. New research suggests that inattentional blindness is a universal quirk of the brain. dlvr.it/TVdXH1
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Is the pronounced gap in throwing ability between men and women purely a product of childhood socialization? A new commentary argues that evolutionary biology and social experience actually work hand-in-hand to shape this distinct sex difference. dlvr.it/TVfLT6
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When science corrects itself, science news should too. PsyPost has launched a custom Python program to daily audit its archive against Retraction Watch and Crossref, ensuring readers are promptly alerted when covered studies are retracted or flagged. dlvr.it/TVdTyp
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A new study indicates that simply labeling a dish as "plant-based" makes meat-eaters view it as less masculine. This leads to more negative evaluations, especially among individuals who hold hostile sexist beliefs. dlvr.it/TVdT8Y
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A recent field experiment on Reddit reveals why a vocal minority dominates online political discussions, finding that toxic environments silence the majority while fueling the most active users. dlvr.it/TVfHd8
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A recent study links inconsistent brain reward signals to higher body weight and erratic eating patterns. The research suggests that fluctuating neural responses, rather than consistently strong cravings, may drive overeating and certain eating disorders. dlvr.it/TVdPN8
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New research shows that slow nasal breathing directly reduces anxiety by activating a specific nose-to-brain circuit, while fast breathing worsens it. The findings, published in PNAS, suggest the physical rhythm of airflow acts as an emotional dial. dlvr.it/TVfCy4
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How personality traits help graduates avoid the overeducation trap: A new study exploring the Chinese labor market finds that non-cognitive skills like extraversion and agreeableness help workers avoid roles that do not require their level of education. dlvr.it/TVfCwZ
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Taboo words usually derail our focus, slowing down cognitive tasks. However, new research reveals a surprising twist: when profanity is funny, it becomes significantly less distracting, highlighting a fascinating link between humor, arousal, and attention. dlvr.it/TVdJh5
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Tracking body fat over a 35-year period reveals that excess belly fat in midlife is linked to a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease decades later. However, the relationship reverses in old age as cognitive decline alters metabolism. dlvr.it/TVf7gW
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