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Is peak social media behind us? Fewer Norwegian children using social media than two years ago

Have we already moved beyond peak social media? Despite a spate of recent headlines about how children in the US are using social media more than ever before, new results from Norway tell a different story. Canary in the coal…

Douglas Heingartner
September 26, 2022

How to introduce a new cat or dog to your home in 6 easy steps

Below we explain how to introduce a new cat or dog to your home, with minimal stress. The process isn't nearly as difficult as people make it out to be!

Daria Burnett
September 26, 2022

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New study shows that cooperation among strangers in the US has increased since the 1950s

Despite common concerns that the social fabric is fraying, cooperation among strangers has gradually increased in the U.S. since the 1950s.

Douglas Heingartner
July 25, 2022

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Unexpectedly reaching out to a friend is more appreciated than people assume, new study shows

In fact, the more surprising the "reaching out" is, the more people tend to appreciate it.

Douglas Heingartner
July 11, 2022

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New study finds Reddit users with toxic usernames are more likely to generate toxic content

The study also found that users with toxic usernames are about 2.2 times more likely to have their accounts suspended by moderators.

Douglas Heingartner
July 1, 2022

New algorithm can predict future crime a week in advance - man in handcuffs

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

myopia in children linked to depression and anxiety

New study finds that myopia in children is linked to higher rates of depression and anxiety

A new study of myopia in children has found that nearsighted children suffer from more depression and anxiety, but the problem is remediable.

Douglas Heingartner
June 21, 2022

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New study finds jet lag puts Celtics at a disadvantage in NBA finals

A new study into jet lag and its impact on NBA performance has found that the Boston Celtics may have a distinct disadvantage in the 2022 NBA Finals.

Douglas Heingartner
June 16, 2022

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Hedge funds driven by AI outperform hedge funds that rely mostly on human input

A new study finds that automated hedge funds get better results than hedge funds that rely on human judgement.

Douglas Heingartner
May 10, 2022

Best psychology websites to learn about the mind - globe with many pictures

The 15 most popular psychology websites (updated June 2022)

Our list of 15 great psychology websites that offer research news on just about every aspect of human behavior, updated in June of 2022.

PsychNewsDaily Staff
May 3, 2022

What is the world’s #1 favorite scent? Vanilla, says new study

A new study finds that people's favorite scent - despite varying cultural backgrounds - is vanilla.

Douglas Heingartner
April 7, 2022

housework helps sharpen cognitive skills of elderly - older woman washing window

New study links doing housework to better memory and fewer falls among older adults

Doing housework is associated with improved memory, better attention span, and fewer falls in older adults.

Douglas Heingartner
February 4, 2022

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34% say their partner purposefully does home chores poorly to avoid doing them in the future

A new survey has found that about three quarters of cohabitating couples disagree on how to split home chores fairly.

Douglas Heingartner
February 3, 2022

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The psychology of Wordle: 6 reasons why we love this mesmerizing game

Why has Wordle become such a global success? We look at why the psychology of Wordle makes this game so addictive.

Douglas Heingartner
January 25, 2022

Yale researchers develop a wearable air sampler to monitor your personal exposure to Covid-19

The Fresh Air Clip is a wearable device that monitors an individual's personal exposure to the Covid-19 virus.

Douglas Heingartner
January 12, 2022

New study shows ALL CAPS is harder to read, but lawyers won’t stop using it

A new study shows older people have trouble understanding text written in all caps, but this outdated practice still lives on. Why?

Douglas Heingartner
January 7, 2022

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New study finds that “privilege” exists in the animal kingdom too

New study finds that privilege – the intergenerational transfer of wealth and resources – exists in many animal species too.

Douglas Heingartner
December 16, 2021

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Study finds 64% of engaged couples will make “giving back” a part of their 2022 wedding celebration

A new study on the "giving back" plans of 1,000 engaged couples in the US has found that 64% intend to make supporting a charitable cause part of their upcoming wedding celebration.

Douglas Heingartner
December 8, 2021

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New study finds that half of smokers would still smoke even if a pack of cigarettes cost $68

According to new study, about 50% of smokers in the Netherlands would keep smoking even if a pack of cigarettes cost €60 ($68).

Douglas Heingartner
November 23, 2021

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New study shows that people who believe in astrology tend to be more narcissistic and less intelligent

A new study has found that narcissism is the strongest predictor of people who believe in astrology, and that the IQ levels of believers tend to be lower.

Douglas Heingartner
November 20, 2021