People with paranormal beliefs spooked by science and the COVID-19 vaccine,...
Previous research has shown that people with conservative religious beliefs are more likely to lack confidence in the COVID-19 vaccine, but most studies have observed only mainstream or...
View ArticleNew research shows link between workplace bullying and conspiracy beliefs
New research has shown that people who experience bullying in the workplace are more likely to engage in conspiracy theorizing.
View ArticleMale and female travelers''transformations'
A new study has revealed men and women experience change while travelling in similar ways. Consumers are increasingly seeking activities that help them achieve new levels of enrichment and since the...
View ArticleLucid dying: Patients recall death experiences during CPR
One in five people who survive cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) after cardiac arrest may describe lucid experiences of death that occurred while they were seemingly unconscious and on the brink of...
View ArticleMindfulness-based stress reduction is as effective as an antidepressant drug...
A guided mindfulness-based stress reduction program was as effective as use of the gold-standard drug -- the common antidepressant drug escitalopram -- for patients with anxiety disorders, new research...
View ArticleEven in kindergarten, gaps seen in extracurricular activities
It doesn't take long for gaps to appear between children who participate in extracurricular activities and kids who don't, a new study found.
View ArticleIs ayahuasca safe? New study tallies adverse events
There is a high rate of adverse physical effects and challenging psychological effects from using the plant-based psychoactive ayahuasca, though they are generally not severe, according to a new study.
View ArticleFive precepts of Buddhism may be linked to lower depression risk
A new study suggests that people with high levels of neuroticism and stress may be at greater risk for depressive symptoms, but those links could be buffered for people who observe the five precepts of...
View ArticleDizzy apes provide clues on human need for mind altering experiences
Great apes deliberately spin themselves in order make themselves dizzy -- findings which could provide clues about the role of altered mental states for origins of the human mind.
View ArticlePositive experiences in close relationships are associated with better...
Social relationships influence physical health, but questions remain about the nature of this connection. New research suggests that the way you feel about your close relationships may be affecting the...
View ArticleIs there a common path to the psychedelic experience?
A study takes a closer look at the neurobiology of psychedelic experiences caused by nitrous oxide, ketamine and LSD.
View ArticleEvidence of conscious-like activity in the dying brain
A new study provides early evidence of a surge of activity correlated with consciousness in the dying brain.
View ArticleIn-person mindfulness courses help improve mental health for at least six months
In-person mindfulness courses help improve mental health for at least six months, study shows. Adults who voluntarily take part in mindfulness courses are less likely to experience symptoms of anxiety...
View ArticleRobot preachers get less respect, fewer donations
As artificial intelligence expands across more professions, robot preachers and AI programs offer new means of sharing religious beliefs, but they may undermine credibility and reduce donations for...
View ArticleHow psychedelic drugs affect a rat's brain
Researchers have developed a technique for simultaneously measuring electrical signals from 128 areas of the brain in awake rats. They have then used the information to measure what happens to the...
View ArticleEnter Sandman: Study shows dreams spill over into the workplace and can be...
Studies show that on any given morning, about 40 percent of the working population recalls its dreams. New research shows that when dreams are first recalled, people often draw connections between...
View ArticleIs digital media use a risk factor for psychosis in young adults?
A recent study of 425 Quebecers between the ages of 18 and 25 has found that young adults who have more frequent psychotic experiences also tend to spend more time using digital media. Interestingly,...
View ArticleNew evidence indicates patients recall death experiences after cardiac arrest
Up to an hour after their hearts had stopped, some patients revived by cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) had clear memories afterward of experiencing death and had brain patterns while unconscious...
View ArticleWhere do we feel love?
New research sheds light on where and how we feel different kinds of love.
View ArticleCuriosity about religion is viewed as morally virtuous, new research finds
People from diverse religious backgrounds in the United States view curiosity about religion as morally virtuous, according to new research. Atheists also view this curiosity as moral, although less...
View ArticleBeing a vegetarian may be partly in your genes
A person's genetic makeup plays a role in determining whether they can stick to a strict vegetarian diet, a new study has found. The findings open the door to further studies that could have important...
View ArticleAwe-inspiring science can have a positive effect on mental wellbeing
Psychologists have revealed a profound connection between the spirituality of science and positive wellbeing, much like the benefits traditionally associated with religion.
View ArticleFresh light shed on mystery of infant consciousness
There is evidence that some form of conscious experience is present by birth, and perhaps even in late pregnancy, an international team of researchers has found.Â
View ArticleSimulating cold sensation without actual cooling
The perception of persistent thermal sensations, such as changes in temperature, tends to gradually diminish in intensity as our bodies become accustomed to the temperature. This phenomenon leads to a...
View ArticleDistinct brain activity triggered by memories of trauma
It is well known that people who have lived through traumatic events like sexual assault, domestic abuse, or violent combat can experience symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), including...
View ArticleMeditation training can support wellbeing in older adults
Following an 18-month meditation program can improve the wellbeing of older adults, finds a new randomized controlled trial by an international team.
View ArticleThinking about God inspires risk-taking for believers, study finds
Does thinking about faith make religious people more likely to take leaps? A new study says yes, finding that participants were more likely to take risks when thinking about God as a benevolent...
View ArticleAdverse childhood experiences and future mortality risk
Groundbreaking research has shed new light on the link between childhood adversity and future risk of early death.
View ArticleCombine mindfulness with exercise for mental health boost in 2024
New research shows how combining mindfulness with exercise boosts people's mental health and well-being and could help change exercise habits.
View ArticleRelationships with caring adults provide a buffer against depression,...
A new study sought to identify factors that would bolster resilience for marginalized and minoritized youth, using data from the Boricua Youth Study, a longitudinal study following three generations of...
View ArticleMindfulness at work protects against stress and burnout
A new study has revealed that employees who are more mindful in the digital workplace are better protected against stress, anxiety and overload. Researchers analyzed survey data from 142 employees.
View ArticleStudy reveals how humanity could unite to address global challenges
New research has found that perceptions of globally shared life experiences and globally shared biology can strengthen psychological bonding with humanity at large, which can motivate prosocial action...
View ArticleIn psychedelic therapy, clinician-patient bond may matter most
Drug effects have dominated the national conversation about psychedelics for medical treatment, but a new study suggests that when it comes to reducing depression with psychedelic-assisted therapy,...
View ArticleNew study reveals how teens thrive online: factors that shape digital success...
A new study sheds light on the role that new and traditional media play in promoting and affecting character development, emotions, prosocial behavior and well-being (aka happiness) in youth.
View ArticleYoga and meditation-induced altered states of consciousness are common in the...
A new study finds that altered states of consciousness associated with yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and other practices are common, and mostly positive or even transformative, but that for some...
View ArticlePsychedelic drug-induced hyperconnectivity in the brain helps clarify altered...
A new study shows that the use of psilocybin, a compound found in the widely known 'magic mushrooms,' initiates a pattern of hyperconnectivity in the brain linked to the ego-modifying effects and...
View ArticleHow stress knocks out your cognitive reserve
While mentally stimulating activities and life experiences can improve cognition in memory clinic patients, stress undermines this beneficial relationship.
View ArticleUltrasound technology can be used to boost mindfulness, study finds
In a new study, researchers used low-intensity ultrasound technology to noninvasively alter a brain region associated with activities such as daydreaming, recalling memories and envisioning the future.
View ArticlePsilocybin generates psychedelic experience by disrupting brain network
Researchers report that psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, destabilizes a critical network of brain areas involved in introspective thinking. The findings provide a neurobiological...
View ArticleMindfulness training may lead to altered states of consciousness
Mindfulness training may lead participants to experience disembodiment and unity -- so-called altered states of consciousness -- according to a new study.
View ArticleGrowth from adversity: How older adults bounced back from the COVID-19 pandemic
The study highlights the remarkable resilience of older adults (median age 86) during the COVID-19 pandemic. Disruptions to their routines led many to discover new hobbies like gardening and painting...
View ArticleJust 10 minutes of mindfulness daily boosts wellbeing and fights depression
New research reveals how short bursts of daily mindfulness can boost wellbeing, combat depression and anxiety, and inspire healthier lifestyle choices.
View ArticleCrucial insights on loneliness and death ideation among older adults
New research highlights the growing problem of death ideation and the increasing rates of both loneliness and suicidal thoughts among older individuals. The study explores the critical issue of social...
View ArticleHow hope beats mindfulness when times are tough
A recent study finds that hope appears to be more beneficial than mindfulness at helping people manage stress and stay professionally engaged during periods of prolonged stress at work. The study...
View ArticleTravel could be the best defense against aging
Forget about retinol night creams, researchers believe travel could be the best way to defy premature aging. An interdisciplinary study has applied the theory of entropy to tourism, finding that travel...
View ArticleBrain scans reveal that mindfulness meditation for pain is not a placebo
Brain scans reveal that mindfulness meditation engages different neural pathways compared to placebo, demonstrating that pain relief from mindfulness meditation is not the result of the placebo effect.
View Article'Out-of-body' research could lead to new ways to promote social harmony
Out-of-body experiences, such as near-death experiences, can have a 'transformative' effect on people's ability to experience empathy and connect with others, new research explains.
View ArticleIdentifying body-scan postures suitable for people with hyperactivity tendency
Mindfulness practices have been found to be effective in reducing symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). However, many people with ADHD may find static meditation techniques...
View ArticleMen and women process pain differently, study finds
According to new research, men and women rely on different biological systems for pain relief, which could help explain why our most powerful pain medications are often less effective in women.
View ArticleNixing narcolepsy nightmares
A new study has demonstrated a new way to treat narcolepsy-related nightmares. The scientists combined cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and lucid dreaming to help patients in a small clinical trial.
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