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Does your dog have ADHD? Scientists are finding signs of neurodivergence in animals
Does your dog have ADHD? Scientists are finding signs of neurodivergence in animals
Just like humans, animals might be neurodivergent. New research reveals that dogs and other species exhibit genetic and behavioral signs of conditions like ADHD and autism, which could fundamentally change how we understand and train our pets.
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November 23, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Does your dog have ADHD? Scientists are finding signs of neurodivergence in animals
The psychological link between whiteness and “Americanness” begins in childhood
The psychological link between whiteness and “Americanness” begins in childhood
While citizenship has a legal definition, our psychological sense of who is “truly” American is often shaped by race and language. Research shows these biases are formed in childhood and can lead to real-world discrimination and exclusion.
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November 23, 2025 at 9:07 PM
The psychological link between whiteness and “Americanness” begins in childhood
New research explores if having a crush lowers relationship satisfaction
New research explores if having a crush lowers relationship satisfaction
A new Canadian study followed individuals in exclusive relationships for a year to see if having a "crush" caused damage. The results suggest that while attractions to others are common, they rarely doom a committed partnership.
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November 23, 2025 at 7:19 PM
New research explores if having a crush lowers relationship satisfaction
New study finds links between dietary mineral intake and mental health risk
New study finds links between dietary mineral intake and mental health risk
New research highlights correlations between diet and mental well-being. A balanced intake of minerals like iron and selenium may be associated with a lower risk for certain common mental disorders.
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November 23, 2025 at 5:04 PM
New study finds links between dietary mineral intake and mental health risk
Broken copies of a key brain gene may drive schizophrenia and other disorders
Broken copies of a key brain gene may drive schizophrenia and other disorders
Researchers have linked a single gene to a high risk of developing mental illness. The finding challenges long-held views about the genetic origins of these conditions and suggests a potential therapy using a simple amino acid supplement.
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November 23, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Broken copies of a key brain gene may drive schizophrenia and other disorders
Living in greener neighborhoods is associated with lower risk of metabolic syndrome
Living in greener neighborhoods is associated with lower risk of metabolic syndrome
Researchers have identified how nature improves health. Analysis of over 200,000 adults shows that residential greenness reduces metabolic syndrome risk primarily by lowering air pollution exposure and boosting vitamin D synthesis.
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November 23, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Living in greener neighborhoods is associated with lower risk of metabolic syndrome
Men with higher testosterone produce body odor that is perceived as more dominant
Men with higher testosterone produce body odor that is perceived as more dominant
A study in Evolution and Human Behavior reports that men with higher testosterone levels have body odor perceived as more dominant, providing evidence that humans respond to chemical signals regarding social rank.
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November 23, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Men with higher testosterone produce body odor that is perceived as more dominant
Assortative mating develops naturally if mate preferences and preferred mate traits are heritable
Assortative mating develops naturally if mate preferences and preferred mate traits are heritable
Why do we date people who resemble us? Australian researchers suggest it isn't just social pressure. Their computer simulation shows that heritable traits and preferences naturally lead to "assortative mating" without any outside forces.
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November 22, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Assortative mating develops naturally if mate preferences and preferred mate traits are heritable
Musicians possess a superior internal map of their body in space
Musicians possess a superior internal map of their body in space
A new study suggests that learning an instrument does more than teach melody. Researchers found that musicians have a superior ability to maintain their physical orientation and balance, even without visual cues.
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November 22, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Musicians possess a superior internal map of their body in space
New research highlights the role of family background and attachment in shaping infidelity intentions
New research highlights the role of family background and attachment in shaping infidelity intentions
New research suggests that young adults who witnessed parental infidelity are more likely to consider cheating themselves. The study also links infidelity intentions to avoidant attachment styles.
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November 22, 2025 at 7:01 PM
New research highlights the role of family background and attachment in shaping infidelity intentions
Large-scale trial finds four-day workweek improves employee well-being and physical health
Large-scale trial finds four-day workweek improves employee well-being and physical health
New research indicates that a four-day workweek with full pay boosts physical and mental health. The study suggests these benefits are largely driven by better sleep and a stronger sense of work ability.
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November 22, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Large-scale trial finds four-day workweek improves employee well-being and physical health
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When the corpus callosum—containing the carrier of communication between the two brain hemispheres—is cut in epilepsy, they suffer severe ‘disconnection syndrome’—but with just 10% left intact, functionality is unimpaired, researchers find:
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November 22, 2025 at 6:53 AM
When the corpus callosum—containing the carrier of communication between the two brain hemispheres—is cut in epilepsy, they suffer severe ‘disconnection syndrome’—but with just 10% left intact, functionality is unimpaired, researchers find:
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Family-oriented women rely more on social cues when judging potential partners
Family-oriented women rely more on social cues when judging potential partners
A new study suggests that women who prioritize parenting and long-term planning are more likely to rely on others' opinions to judge men, particularly when avoiding potential partners with negative reputations.
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November 22, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Family-oriented women rely more on social cues when judging potential partners
Study identifies creativity and resilience as positive aspects of ADHD diagnosis
Study identifies creativity and resilience as positive aspects of ADHD diagnosis
A qualitative study suggests that individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder perceive distinct benefits to their condition, including creativity, high energy, and resilience, potentially opening new avenues for therapeutic treatment.
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November 22, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Study identifies creativity and resilience as positive aspects of ADHD diagnosis
Pro-inflammatory diets linked to accelerated brain aging in older adults
Pro-inflammatory diets linked to accelerated brain aging in older adults
A study of over 20,000 adults suggests that diets high in inflammatory foods are linked to accelerated brain aging. This association appears strongest in individuals over the age of 60.
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November 22, 2025 at 11:22 AM
Pro-inflammatory diets linked to accelerated brain aging in older adults
Evidence suggests sex differences in the brain are ancient and evolutionary
Evidence suggests sex differences in the brain are ancient and evolutionary
New research reveals that hundreds of genes behave differently in male and female brains. These variations appear early in fetal development and may explain why the sexes face different risks for diseases like Alzheimer’s.
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November 22, 2025 at 3:17 AM
Evidence suggests sex differences in the brain are ancient and evolutionary
New research reveals the cognitive hurdles created by our number systems
New research reveals the cognitive hurdles created by our number systems
The structure of number words in a language has real cognitive costs. Research shows that irregularities, like those in French or English, can slow children’s numerical learning and lead to more calculation errors for adults in daily life.
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November 22, 2025 at 1:01 AM
New research reveals the cognitive hurdles created by our number systems
Lonely children have an increased risk of dementia and cognitive decline in adulthood, study finds
Lonely children have an increased risk of dementia and cognitive decline in adulthood, study finds
Feeling lonely as a child may leave lasting scars on the brain. Researchers analyzed over 13,000 adults and found that childhood loneliness is linked to faster cognitive decline and a higher risk of dementia.
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November 21, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Lonely children have an increased risk of dementia and cognitive decline in adulthood, study finds
Neuroticism is associated with reduced brain engagement in social settings
Neuroticism is associated with reduced brain engagement in social settings
New research identifies a correlation between personality traits and electrical brain activity during shared tasks, suggesting that individual dispositions predict how the brain navigates social coordination.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Neuroticism is associated with reduced brain engagement in social settings
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A pleasant surprise to have my latest paper featured on @psypost.bsky.social. The study expanded the neurodevelopmental theories of ADHD to a previously under explored brain network - the limbic system.
The next step is to explore the biological mechanisms driving these developmental differences!
The next step is to explore the biological mechanisms driving these developmental differences!
ADHD is linked to early and stable differences in brain's limbic system
A new brain imaging study finds that children with ADHD show disrupted development in white matter connecting emotional and cognitive brain regions. The research links these differences to symptom sev...
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November 21, 2025 at 12:39 PM
A pleasant surprise to have my latest paper featured on @psypost.bsky.social. The study expanded the neurodevelopmental theories of ADHD to a previously under explored brain network - the limbic system.
The next step is to explore the biological mechanisms driving these developmental differences!
The next step is to explore the biological mechanisms driving these developmental differences!
MAGA Republicans are more likely to justify political violence, study finds
MAGA Republicans are more likely to justify political violence, study finds
A new survey indicates that while MAGA Republicans frequently view political violence as justified, they are not more likely than other groups to express a personal willingness to engage in it.
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November 21, 2025 at 7:10 PM
MAGA Republicans are more likely to justify political violence, study finds
Dark personality traits are associated with poorer lie detection among incarcerated individuals
Dark personality traits are associated with poorer lie detection among incarcerated individuals
A new study finds that while effective liars in the general public are also good at spotting lies, this link breaks down in prison. Incarcerated individuals with dark personality traits actually performed worse at detecting deception.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Dark personality traits are associated with poorer lie detection among incarcerated individuals