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The psychology of love: 10 groundbreaking insights into the …
Feb 14, 2024 · In the second phase, with a subset of participants, the study further explored how the BAS-SLO scores correlated with the intensity of romantic love, finding that higher …
Study finds anti-Black bias among White Americans is rooted in ...
Nov 11, 2023 · New research indicates that anti-Black bias among White Americans is primarily driven by the perception of Black men as a threat, rather than negative sentiments. This …
Understanding priming in psychology: An overview - PsyPost
Perceptual Priming: This type of priming is based on the form or structure of a stimulus.For example, seeing the word ‘cat’ can make it quicker for someone to recognize a subsequent …
The psychology of forbidden pleasures: New insights into
Mar 21, 2024 · In a new study published in The Journal of Sex Research, researchers have cast new light on the intriguing world of paraphilic interests — unusual sexual fantasies that deviate …
The neuroscience of greed: A glimpse into our brain’s ... - PsyPost
Feb 27, 2024 · In a recent study published in Behavioral and Brain Functions, scientists have delved into the interplay between fear and greed, revealing intriguing insights into our brain’s …
The combination of poverty and inequality predict homicide
Jan 13, 2024 · A study analyzing U.S. data from 1990-2020 found a strong link between rising poverty, income inequality, and homicide rates, especially in 2020. The research, published in …
The Best Books on Dark Psychology - PsyPost
Nov 8, 2023 · 2. “The Dark Triad of Personality: Narcissism, Machiavellianism, and Psychopathy in Everyday Life” by Minna Lyons. Lyons provides a scholarly yet accessible examination of …
Study provides evidence that DMT is produced naturally from
Jul 15, 2019 · New research published in Scientific Reports indicates that the rat brain is capable of synthesizing and releasing a powerful psychedelic drug called dimethyltryptamine (DMT). …
New study reveals dopamine’s crucial role in exercise ... - PsyPost
Mar 15, 2024 · A recent study in The Journal of Physiology reveals dopamine, known for its role in pleasure and motivation, as a key factor in enhancing cognitive performance during exercise, …