COVID-19 Pandemic Burdens May Contribute to Outbreaks of Violent Protest and Antigovernment Sentiment
The COVID-19 pandemic is the most severe global health crisis of the 21st century. While media reports and policy directives tend to focus on the…
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Depression and Stress Could Dampen Efficacy of COVID-19 Vaccines: Interventions Could Boost Immunity
Health behaviors and emotional stressors can alter the body’s ability to develop an immune response to vaccines, including—potentially—the new COVID-19 vaccines. Simple interventions, including exercising…
The Mystery of Playing With Fear: Psychology Researchers Investigate Haunted Houses
Haunted houses, horror movies, and ghost stories can be chilling delights, provided the fear they evoke remains in a “Goldilocks zone” that is neither too…
Fat & Cholesterol Levels at Birth Linked to Psychological Problems at Age 5
Cord blood measures could predict children’s social, emotional development. Babies born with high levels of bad cholesterol and a certain type of fat may face…
Stemming the Opioid Crisis: New Addiction Treatments Hold Promise
Concerns over the opioid epidemic have sparked a strong scientific interest in why some people become addicted while others don’t. Now, researchers are proposing novel…
How Often You Exercise Can Be Predicted by This One Personality Feature
Individuals who make concrete plans to meet their goals may engage in more physical activity, including visits to the gym, compared to those who don’t…
How a Lack of Background Knowledge Can Hinder Reading Comprehension
The purpose of going to school is to learn, but students may find certain topics difficult to understand if they don’t have the necessary background…
Fake News Can Lead to False Memories
Voters may form false memories after seeing fabricated news stories, especially if those stories align with their political beliefs, according to research in Psychological Science,…