A Preliminary Proof-of-Concept Trial on the Effects of Ketamine on Fatigue: A Randomized Crossover Trial

A groundbreaking study led by researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has provided early evidence that a single, low-dose intravenous infusion of ketamine may offer rapid relief for…

Neighborhood air pollution is associated with attenuated neurocognitive maturation over early adolescence.

A comprehensive study published in the journal Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience has revealed that exposure to high levels of neighborhood air pollution significantly hinders the typical progression of brain development and…

Happiness and Single Parenthood: A Literature Review Using an Online Findings Archive

A landmark meta-analysis synthesizing nearly five decades of sociological and psychological research has provided the most comprehensive look to date at the subjective well-being of solo caregivers. Published in the…

Perceived Robot Threat Enhances Preference for Hierarchy as Individuals Seek Control in an Automated World

The rapid integration of robotics and artificial intelligence into the global workforce is precipitating a profound psychological shift in human social preferences. According to a new study published in the…

Robust Medusa effect across facial manipulations

A comprehensive study published in the journal Cognition has established that human perception of the "inner life" of others is significantly diminished when those individuals are viewed through nested layers…

Problematic sexual behavior may be an early warning sign for psychosis

New clinical evidence suggests that disruptions in sexual health and behavior may serve as critical early warning signs for the development of severe mental health conditions, including psychosis. A comprehensive…

New psychology research suggests a brisk walk can boost your creativity an hour later

The Cognitive Mechanics of Creativity and Movement Human creativity is not merely an artistic trait but a fundamental cognitive skill required for navigating the complexities of modern existence. In psychological…

Systematic partisan content skews in TikTok during the 2024 US elections

A comprehensive new study published in the journal Nature has revealed that TikTok’s powerful recommendation algorithm exhibits a systematic bias in the delivery of political content, tending to favor conservative…

Higher body mass index in youth linked to altered brain connectivity

The Vulnerability of the Developing Adolescent Brain Childhood and adolescence represent a critical "window of plasticity" for the human brain. During this period, the brain is not merely growing in…

Falling in love with AI virtual agents: the role of physical attractiveness and perceived interactivity in parasocial romantic relationships.

Recent investigations into the intersection of human psychology and artificial intelligence have revealed that the development of romantic interest in virtual agents is primarily driven by a combination of aesthetic…