If I cannot bounce back easily, can I handle the truth? Satisfaction in romantic relationships, resilience and preference towards prosocial lies

The foundational bedrock of any successful romantic relationship is traditionally believed to be unyielding honesty. Couples counselors, psychologists, and cultural narratives frequently emphasize that absolute transparency fosters mutual trust, strengthens…

Decoding the Autism Surge: Separating Biological Reality from Shifting Diagnostic Criteria

The global conversation surrounding autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has reached a critical juncture. Over the past few decades, public health data has charted an astonishing upward trajectory in autism diagnoses,…

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…

Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Prevalence Likely Higher Than Previously Estimated According to New Mount Sinai Research

New research published in the journal Autism Research has fundamentally altered the scientific understanding of Phelan-McDermid syndrome (PMS), suggesting that the condition is significantly more prevalent than earlier clinical estimates…