Psychology News and Research Briefs

Twitter Study Shows Global Mood Swings
September 30, 2011 10:32 AM
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Tweets reveal universal patterns in mood.

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Study Shows: Nice Guys Do Finish Last
August 30, 2011 07:35 PM
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Getting passed up for promotions for the jerk in the cubicle next to you? Your niceness really may be to blame--especially if you're a man.

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Are Meat-Eaters Selfish?
August 27, 2011 06:48 AM
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New studies examine the psychological significance of meat-eating.

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How Debt Empowers Today's Youth
June 15, 2011 07:04 AM
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Credit card and student loan debt is linked to high self-esteem in twentysomethings.

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Does Facebook Put Teens at Risk for Depression?
April 02, 2011 08:32 PM
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The American Academy of Pediatrics cautions parents about social media dangers.

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Diet 'Main Cause of ADHD'
March 30, 2011 04:34 AM
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Study conclusively links ADHD and diet in many children.

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Low Salaries, Long Hours Stress US Workers
March 09, 2011 10:44 AM
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Survey shows low salary and few opportunities for growth among worker worries.

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No Relationship Between Abortion and Mental Health Risks
February 03, 2011 05:19 PM
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A new study from Denmark has found that women who terminate a pregnancy face no increased mental health risk, although women who give birth do.

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Buying Generics Hurts Self-Esteem
January 31, 2011 06:06 PM
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Two studies reveal the hidden power of name brands.

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Success in Adulthood Linked to Childhood Impulsivity
January 26, 2011 11:45 AM
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What if an individual's success and health could be traced back to a childhood single factor? According to new research, it can.

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