The association between parent-child communication and adolescents’ non-cognitive abilities: An examination of the chain mediating effect
A comprehensive study recently published in the journal PLOS One has identified a significant correlation between the quality of parent-child communication and the development of non-cognitive abilities in adolescents. Led…
How a twin study untangled the surprising roots of authoritarian political beliefs
The Historical Pursuit of the Authoritarian Mindset To understand the significance of Eftedal’s findings, one must look back to the mid-20th century. Following the catastrophic events of the Second World…
Science communication in social Media: Analysis of success on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube across scientific disciplines
In an era defined by the rapid democratization of information, the traditional barriers between academic research and public consumption are dissolving. A comprehensive study led by researchers at Zaragoza University…
The effect of familiarity and dog’s body size on female owners’ dog-directed communication
The way humans modulate their voices and facial expressions when interacting with canines is not a uniform behavior but a sophisticated, adaptive response influenced by the dog’s familiarity, physical size,…
Effect of depression on risks of Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia: a real-world longitudinal study
A comprehensive longitudinal study involving nearly one million residents in mainland China has established a profound and complex link between clinical depression and the subsequent development of neurodegenerative disorders. The…
Precarious manhood precarious nations: The contribution of cultural beliefs comprising masculinity to national happiness
The pursuit of national prosperity has traditionally been measured through the lens of economic output, infrastructure development, and political stability. However, a groundbreaking study published in the journal Social Science…
The Intersectionality of Cannabis Use and Depression Symptoms on Functional Brain Topology in Adults
The human brain functions as a sophisticated network of interconnected regions, communicating through electrical and chemical signals to regulate everything from mood to executive decision-making. Recent neuroscientific research has unveiled…
High Trait Procrastination Predicts Increased Goal Anxiety Despite Invariance in Simulation of Goal Achievement
A comprehensive psychological study has challenged the long-standing assumption that procrastination stems from a cognitive inability to visualize the future or a lack of personal investment in one’s goals. The…
Accounting for the Demonic: Helpful and Unhelpful Factors Associated With Belief in Demonic Etiologies of Mental Illness Among Evangelical Christians
A comprehensive study recently published in the journal Spirituality in Clinical Practice has shed light on the complex relationship between evangelical Christian beliefs and the management of mental health. Led…
















