Human Behavior & Social Studies – Page 4

Dark Tetrad traits and problematic generative artificial intelligence use: the serial mediating role of individualism and intolerance of uncertainty

The rapid proliferation of generative artificial intelligence (GAI) has fundamentally altered the landscape of human-computer interaction, prompting researchers to investigate the psychological underpinnings of how individuals engage with these powerful…

How LSD reshapes brain circuitry to blur the lines between perception and thought

The Evolution of Psychedelic Research The exploration of LSD is not a new frontier, but rather a reclaimed one. Discovered by Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann in 1938, LSD became a…

New research reveals how social anxiety alters visual judgments of walking strangers

By utilizing sophisticated 3D modeling and testing "ensemble perception"—the brain’s ability to summarize the movements of a crowd—researchers Jisu Choi, Jiyeon Park, and Jae-Won Yang have mapped the intersection of…

School smartphone bans save time but don’t improve student mental health, study finds

As secondary schools across the United Kingdom and the globe grapple with the integration of digital technology in the classroom, the debate over smartphone bans has intensified. Proponents of restrictive…

Better diets are linked to sharper focus in teens with attention disorders

ADHD is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that affects approximately 5% to 7% of children and adolescents worldwide. Characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, the condition often interferes…

The Changing Architecture of American Civic Life How Psychology Technology and Demographics Are Reshaping the Modern Electorate

Political ideologies now permeate nearly every aspect of human life, extending far beyond the simple act of casting a ballot. Recent psychological and demographic research suggests that a person’s partisan…