Autistic-Like Traits in Members of the General Population and Mate Retention Tactics: The Mediation of Attachment Styles and Reproductive Strategies

The intricate dynamics of human romantic relationships are shaped by a vast array of psychological and personality factors. Among these, the presence of autistic-like traits (ALTs) within the general population…

Adolescents’ Experiences of Online Harms by Platform

As policymakers worldwide grapple with the pressing challenge of adolescent digital safety—ranging from legislative social media bans to age-gating mandates—a new study published in JAMA Pediatrics offers a nuanced look…

Genetic Overlap Between DSM-IV Major Depressive Disorder and Suicidal Behaviors: Evidence from Polygenic Risk Scores in Young Adult Twins

Suicidal thoughts and behaviors constitute one of the most pressing and complex challenges confronting global public health systems today. Encompassing a spectrum of psychological distress that ranges from passive suicidal…

Indoor hydroponic vegetable gardening to improve mental health and quality of life in cancer patients: a pilot study

A cancer diagnosis often initiates a complex cascade of physical and psychological challenges that extend far beyond the immediate boundaries of oncology wards and infusion suites. For millions of patients…

Developmental xenocortication using human-derived organoids in mice

In a landmark achievement for neuroscience and biomedical engineering, a multi-disciplinary team of researchers has unveiled a revolutionary methodology for studying the developing human brain. Published in the prestigious journal…

The Psychology of the Digital Soapbox: How Toxicity Silences the Moderate Majority While Empowering Power Users

In the modern digital landscape, online political discourse is rarely representative of the broader populace. Across social media platforms, comment sections, and public forums, a pervasive participation divide shapes how…

Sex Differences in Overhand Throwing are Completely Due to Socialization: A Blank Slate “Hypothesis” Unconstrained by Evidence

The debate surrounding the origins of human behavioral sex differences has entered a new phase of academic scrutiny, focusing specifically on one of the most pronounced motor skill disparities between…

A nose-to-brain circuit underlies anxiety regulation by nasal afferent frequency in mice

For centuries, ancient wellness traditions, contemplative practices, and modern clinical psychotherapies have prescribed slow, rhythmic nasal breathing as a primary defense against acute stress and chronic anxiety. While generations of…

Only the weak need help? The role of narcissistic rivalry in attitudes toward psychological help

The global conversation surrounding mental health has made remarkable strides over the past decade, yet a stubborn and persistent phenomenon continues to baffle healthcare advocates and clinicians alike: the mental…

Nonpolitical Identity Signals as Information Shortcuts: Evidence from Three Experiments

The modern American electorate navigates an increasingly polarized political landscape where the boundaries between civic life and personal culture have dissolved entirely. A landmark study recently published in Public Opinion…