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Environmental and Genetic Influences on Psychopathy
Researchers from several universities recently collaborated on a study to determine how genetic, environmental, and interpersonal factors influence the development of psychopathy. Psychopathy ... Read More
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Men Underrepresented in Psychological Research Studies
Research shows that men are far less likely to seek therapy than women when confronted with anxiety, depression, anger or other psychological problems. Although this clearly suggests that ... Read More
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Means Restriction Counseling for Prevention of Suicide
Most individuals who attempt suicide unsuccessfully will only do so once and make that decision within the hour preceding the attempt. “To kill oneself, one must have the means for doing ... Read More
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How Does Personality Influence Parenting?
Personality influences nearly every area of an individual’s life. From relationship satisfaction, career stability and even mortality, the five leading personality traits, known as the ... Read More
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Exploring the Link between Hoarding and Obesity
Hoarding is a form of obsessive-compulsive behavior. An individual who exhibits hoarding tendencies has a difficult time letting go of physical items and becomes inundated with possessions, ... Read More
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Does Society Make People Feel Bad About Feeling Sad?
According to a new study, certain cultures actually make people feel worse about feeling bad. Researchers at the University of Queensland, the University of Leuven, the University of Melbourne, ... Read More
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New Research Explores Accuracy of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Apparently, Abraham Maslow was right, according to a new study. University of Illinois researchers tested Maslow’s theory and discovered that people actually do feel happier when their ... Read More
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Sexual Abuse in Youth May Lead to Schizophrenia in Later Life
Professor Paul Bebbington, head of the Department of Mental Health Sciences at the University College London, told the Congress of the Royal College of Psychiatrists 2011, that children ... Read More
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Dr. Stuart Greenberg’s Ethical Misconduct Leads to Own Suicide
A recent article brings the severely distorted ethical and psychological life of the late Stuart Greenberg, renowned psychologist, back into the spotlight. Although it has been nearly four ... Read More
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Panic May be Delayed after Stressful Event
New research suggests that stressful events may cause delayed increase in panic symptoms. Because the effect of stress on panic symptoms has not been studied extensively, researchers wanted ... Read More
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Gay and Lesbian Teens More Likely to Engage in Risky Behaviors
Gay teenagers are faced with the same peer pressures as heterosexual teens. But a new study suggests their sexuality can lead them to be at a greater risk for engaging in unhealthy behaviors. ... Read More
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People with Body Dysmorphia May Actually See Things Differently
A new study suggests variance in the brain activity of people suffering from body dysmorphia. According to Dr. Jamie Feusner, a UCLA assistant professor of psychiatry, people with body ... Read More
