Human Behavior & Social Studies – Page 12

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…

From Punchlines to Politics: The Joe Rogan Experience as a Case Study of the Politicization of Apolitical Spaces in the U.S.

The digital transformation of the American media landscape has fundamentally altered the pathways through which political influence is exerted, moving away from centralized news desks toward decentralized, long-form audio platforms.…