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10/09/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Theory of mind: Fascinating study suggests great apes can understand each others’ mental states, just like humans
A recent study published in the journal PNAS suggests that apes can understand each other’s mental states, such as desires, beliefs and false beliefs about reality. This ability, called the theory of mind, was once thought to be unique to humans. It’s described as a cognitive skill that allowed a person to decipher what others think or feel based on […]
06/02/2020
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By Zoey Sky
It’s okay to cry: Crying may have physiologically soothing effects, say scientists
Crying often indicates weakness or sadness in popular media, but according to a study, this emotional response may offer a particular benefit: Regulating your breathing after stressful situations. The aim of the study was to understand the functions of human crying and to determine if crying offered physiological benefits. The findings of the study were published in the journal Emotion. Is […]
05/11/2020
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By Arsenio Toledo
Can the patterns of mobile phone movement predict someone’s personality type? Scientists say “yes”
Researchers from Australia’s RMIT University have found that the way a person moves their phone around may be able to predict what kind of personality they have. The researchers did this by using mobile phone accelerometers, or tiny sensors that can track a phone’s movements. According to study co-author Flora Salim, a computer scientist and expert in human […]
11/16/2019
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By Tracey Watson
Shocking research: City living causes your brain to stop recognizing objects from the natural world
City slickers the world over wouldn’t trade living in the heart of the action for anything. For many, living in a big city, with world class restaurants, markets, museums and art galleries is what living is all about. But could living in the concrete jungle cause city slickers to lose touch with nature, desensitizing them […]
11/10/2019
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By Arsenio Toledo
Say “Cheese,” Fido: Can scientific data prove that dogs “smile” at their owners?
When your dog looks up at you with its mouth open wide and its lips pulled up at the corners, is it really smiling at you? Despite humans having over 30,000 years of history with dogs, the answer is still unclear. But researchers believe they are getting close to finding the answer. A group of neuroscientists from the University of […]
09/11/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Review: Effects of probiotic supplementation on anxiety and depression
In this article, researchers from York University and McMaster University in Canada systematically evaluated current literature on the impact of probiotic supplementation on human anxiety and depression symptoms. Their review was published in the journal Nutrition Research. Gastrointestinal (GI) microbiota, which refers to microbial communities in the GI tract, play an important role in digestion, metabolism, […]
09/01/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Natural remedies: Pets help relieve anxiety in children
Families that keep dogs as pets often enjoy the company of these adorable and loyal animals. According to a study published in the Journal of Pediatric Nursing, dogs used in pet therapy can also help relieve situational anxiety among hospitalized children. What is pet therapy? Pet therapy refers to the guided interaction between an individual, a trained […]
07/25/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Obesity causes depression, concludes “strongest evidence yet”
Obesity and depression are global health problems. According to the World Health Organization, an escalating global epidemic of obesity and overweight is taking over many countries. Depression, on the other hand, continues to be the leading cause of disability worldwide. While these diseases affect different aspects of health, several studies have suggested that there is […]
06/27/2019
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By Melissa Smith
FARMacy: Gardening does wonders for your mood
Stressed, anxious, and depressed students may find relief in gardening. The Counseling and Psychology Services (CAP) department of the University of Central Florida (UCF) prescribes gardening to improve their students’ mental health. UCF mental health clinicians encourage their students to volunteer at the campus’ botanical garden where they can engage in a peaceful environment through activities […]
06/20/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Understanding how blood sugar and impulsive behavior affect our ability to respond to changes in the environment
Your blood sugar and impulsive behavior may influence behavioral flexibility or your ability to respond to changes in the environment. A study published in the journal Nutrition Research found that measures of impulsivity and blood sugar regulation can be used to predict behavioral flexibility. Both psychological and physiological factors influence behavioral flexibility performance, and evidence […]
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