New Research Reveals That Our Sense of Smell Changes the Colors We See
Unconscious associations with odor can distort the perception of colors. Our five senses bombard us with environmental input 24/7. One way our brain makes sense…
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The Queen’s Real Gambit: NYU Unmasks Gender Bias in Young Chess Players
Findings of NYU study, co-authored by former US Chess champion, show barriers girls and women face when it comes to perceived intellectual ability. “The Queen’s…
Dads in Distress: The Overlooked Postpartum Depression in Fathers
A University of Illinois Chicago study found that fathers can suffer from postpartum depression. The research highlights the significance of engaging men in healthcare during…
Where Do We Feel Love? Scientists Shed New Light
New research sheds light on where and how we feel different kinds of love. Scientists from Aalto University have made a map of where in…
Queen’s Dilemma: The Gender Bias Game in Young Female Chess Circles
Girls seen as having less potential to succeed in chess than boys, study finds. Young female chess players often face gender bias both in the…
Trapped in a Dangerous Loop: Humans Inherit Artificial Intelligence Biases
People can adopt biases from artificial intelligence in their decision-making processes, according to a new study. New research provides evidence that people can inherit artificial…
Researchers Warn That Shouting at Kids Can Have Lifelong Impacts – On Par With Physical or Sexual Abuse
A new systematic review by researchers at UCL (University College London) and Wingate University has highlighted the importance of identifying childhood verbal abuse by adults…
Consciousness & Controversy: Why Leading Theory Faces “Pseudoscience” Backlash
Over 100 consciousness researchers contest the integrated information theory’s validity, sparking debate about the intersection of science and philosophy in understanding consciousness. Civil war has…
Debunking Freud: Suppressing Negative Thoughts May Be Good for Mental Health
The commonly-held belief that attempting to suppress negative thoughts is bad for our mental health could be wrong, according to a new study from scientists…
Lethal Combo: This Pair of Stressors Doubles Men’s Heart Disease Risk
Job strain and high efforts with low reward are psychosocial stressors that are each associated with heart disease risk and the combination was especially dangerous…
Scientists Reveal: At Which Age Are We at Our Happiest?
An analysis of more than 400 samples sheds light on the progression of subjective well-being throughout a person’s life. When do people reach their peak…
New Research Reveals That Lonely People Process the World Differently
A researcher from USC Dornsife in psychology comparing brain images has found significant differences in the brain processing patterns of lonely individuals when compared to…
Fact vs. Fiction – Scientists Debunk 6 Popular Hypnosis Myths
A mysterious figure waves a pocket watch to and fro, repeating the phrase, “You’re getting sleepy, very sleepy,” seemingly seizing complete control over their subject….
The Hidden Cost of Boredom: The Silent Killer of Academic Performance
Boredom adversely impacts exam performance. Although we often associate boredom with various life scenarios, exams are typically not among them. Nevertheless, a groundbreaking study led…
No Child Left Behind – New Teaching Method Can Equalize Children’s Reading Skills
Instructing young kids in letter recognition and their corresponding sounds significantly enhances their reading skills. How proficient are children in recognizing letters and associating them…
New Study Reveals How Creativity Can Save You From Boredom
A recent study from the University of Arizona reveals that individuals with creative minds can find screen-free leisure time both productive and enjoyable. A recent…
The Hidden Fear Stalling Scientific Breakthroughs
Science is a collaborative effort. Our current knowledge stands as a testament to countless generations of scientists who have expanded upon the work of those…
Mimicking Minds: UCLA Finds AI Language Model GPT-3 Can Reason About As Well as a College Student
UCLA researchers have shown that AI model GPT-3 can solve reasoning problems at a level comparable to college students. People solve new problems readily without…