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Domain: Psychology: Understanding the Human Mind and Behavior ×
Neuroscience and Psychoanalysis Unite to Understand the Human Mind
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Neuroscience and Psychoanalysis Unite to Understand the Human Mind

1The prediction paradigm in neuroscience suggests that our brains constantly make predictions about what will happen next. 2Psychoanalysts like Sigmund Freud have been studying …

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Placebo Pills Can Improve Memory and Physical Performance in Older Adults
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Placebo Pills Can Improve Memory and Physical Performance in Older Adults

1The study involved 90 healthy older adults who took either a real pill or a fake one for three weeks. 2Participants who took placebo …

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What Really Works for ADHD: A Study Reveals
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What Really Works for ADHD: A Study Reveals

1The study found that medication is the most reliable option for both children and adults with ADHD. 2Cognitive behavioral therapy was effective for adults …

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Brain Training May Protect Against Dementia for 20 Years
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Brain Training May Protect Against Dementia for 20 Years

1Older adults who took part in a short brain training program were less likely to develop dementia years later. 2The training helped them process …

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Happy Moments Together Boost Relationships
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Happy Moments Together Boost Relationships

1The study included 589 adults from across the United States who completed an online survey. 2Couples who engaged in more joint savoring with their …

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How Psychedelics Work in Our Brains
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How Psychedelics Work in Our Brains

1Psychedelic substances bind to serotonin receptors in the brain 2The 2A receptor is especially important for psychedelic effects 3Psychedelics reduce visual processing activity in …

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Scientists Find a Way to Boost Creativity by Planting Ideas in Dreams
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Scientists Find a Way to Boost Creativity by Planting Ideas in Dreams

1Researchers at Northwestern University found a way to influence what people dream about using sound cues 275% of participants reported dreams that included elements …

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Compulsive Behavior May Be Caused by Brain Inflammation
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Compulsive Behavior May Be Caused by Brain Inflammation

1Compulsive behaviors are common in mental health conditions like obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance use disorders, and gambling disorder. 2The study found that brain inflammation may …

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New Hope for Brain Disorder Treatment
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New Hope for Brain Disorder Treatment

1The condition affects about 1 in 1 million people each year, mostly adults in their 20s and 30s. 2Current treatments rely largely on immunosuppression, …

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Most of What You Do Each Day Happens on Autopilot
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Most of What You Do Each Day Happens on Autopilot

1Scientists found that about two-thirds of daily behaviors are guided by habit rather than conscious decision making. They used a new method to track …

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New Hope for Depression Treatment: Understanding Brain Cells' Energy
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New Hope for Depression Treatment: Understanding Brain Cells' Energy

1Scientists found unusual energy patterns in brain cells of people with major depressive disorder (MDD). 2The study was led by Dr. Kathryn R. Cullen …

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Cannabis Not Effective in Treating Anxiety, Depression, or PTSD
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Cannabis Not Effective in Treating Anxiety, Depression, or PTSD

1The study analyzed data from 54 studies conducted over a period of 45 years. 2Medicinal cannabis did not show any benefits in treating anxiety, …

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How Your Brain Stores Memories
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How Your Brain Stores Memories

1Scientists at the University of Bonn discovered how our brains store memories 2Two groups of neurons handle content and context separately 3The brain keeps …

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Eat Mindfully to Live Longer
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Eat Mindfully to Live Longer

1Hara hachi bu encourages people to stop eating when they feel about 80% full. 2People who follow this approach tend to consume fewer calories …

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Gene Mutation Linked to Schizophrenia Affects Brain's Ability to Update Beliefs
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Gene Mutation Linked to Schizophrenia Affects Brain's Ability to Update Beliefs

1The gene mutation occurs in a gene called grin2a, which was previously flagged in large genetic studies of schizophrenia. 2The mutation disrupts a brain …

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Hidden Link Between Autism and ADHD Revealed
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Hidden Link Between Autism and ADHD Revealed

1The study found that brain connectivity patterns are similar in children with autism or ADHD, regardless of whether they have a formal diagnosis of …

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Your Brain Can Trick You into Liking Artificial Sweeteners
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Your Brain Can Trick You into Liking Artificial Sweeteners

1Researchers studied 99 healthy adults with an average age of 24. 2Participants' expectations greatly influenced their enjoyment of drinks containing sugar or artificial sweeteners. …

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Lonely People's Memory Decline Not Faster Than Others', Study Finds
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Lonely People's Memory Decline Not Faster Than Others', Study Finds

1The study followed over 10,000 people across 12 European countries for seven years. 2Lonely individuals scored lower on memory tests at the start of …

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