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Joined: September 18, 2020
Articles: 56

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New study finds that small facial scars don’t have a significant negative impact on attractiveness

A new study finds that minor facial scars have little or no effect on ratings of attractiveness, and are even viewed as slightly more friendly than average.

PsychNewsDaily Staff
November 30, 2022

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Mindfulness for Anxiety is as Effective as a Common Antidepressant, New Study Finds

A new study finds that mindfulness for anxiety (in the form of MBSR) is as effective as commonly-prescribed antidepressant, according to a new study from Georgetown University.

PsychNewsDaily Staff
November 9, 2022

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Reproducing historical fragrances to learn more about the past

Recreating historical fragrances to evoke the past is a new way to experience culture in museums and tours.

PsychNewsDaily Staff
November 9, 2022

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Mindfulness for Pain Relief: New Study Finds Mindfulness Program Helps

A new study on mindfulness for pain is the first to demonstrate brain changes from a standardized mindfulness course.

PsychNewsDaily Staff
October 22, 2022

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Benefits of chair yoga extend to seniors with dementia, study finds

The benefits of chair yoga also apply to socially isolated older adults with dementia.

PsychNewsDaily Staff
October 19, 2022

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Researchers Identify Molecule That Shows Promise for Hair Regeneration

Researchers from North Carolina State University have identified a molecule known as a microRNA (miRNA) that could promote hair regeneration.

PsychNewsDaily Staff
September 26, 2022

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About Psych News Daily editor Douglas Heingartner

Douglas Heingartner is the editor of PsychNewsDaily.

PsychNewsDaily Staff
July 31, 2022

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New algorithm can predict future crime a week in advance, with 90% accuracy

Scientists have developed a new algorithm that can predict future crime a week in advance with about 90% accuracy.

PsychNewsDaily Staff
June 30, 2022