‘Technoference’: We’re more tired and less productive because of our phones
A QUT study finds problematic phone use is getting worse in Australia; Frontiers in Psychiatry [...]
Psychology
Can stress in the womb lead to mental resilience later in life?
When a mother is exposed to intimate partner violence during pregnancy, her children are less likely to suffer depression and PTSD symptoms if they live in violent communities, than otherwise; Frontiers in Genetics [...]
The unbeatable lightness of being
Is fostering our innate capacity for levity the ultimate antidote to stress and unhappiness? Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Stressed? Take a 20-minute nature pill
Just 20 minutes of contact with nature will lower stress hormone levels, reveals new study; Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Brain training app improves users’ concentration, study shows
Cambridge researchers have developed and tested 'Decoder', a new game that is aimed at helping users improve their attention and concentration; Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience [...]
Want to save the planet? Stop trying to be its friend
People tend to judge their environmental impact using moral intuition that evolved to handle social exchange -- but these tree huggers may be doing more harm than good, say researchers; Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Antarctic researchers enter a state of ‘psychological hibernation’, study finds
Researchers experiencing the dark and lonely Antarctic winter abandon even passive coping mechanisms like denial and depression; Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Social exclusion fuels extremism in young migrant men
A neuroimaging study shows that social exclusion can contribute to the development of extremism in those vulnerable to radicalization; Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Can Superman trigger heroic helping in people?
Priming people with superhero images increases their likelihood of engaging in prosocial behaviors: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Feminine leadership traits: Nice but expendable frills?
The finding that both men and women prefer leadership traits considered as more masculine could help explain gender inequality in the workplace: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Top athletes weigh in on perceived effectiveness of anti-doping measures
First-of-its-kind study asked top cyclists and field athletes to rank effectiveness of different anti-doping strategies: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Why don’t we understand statistics? Fixed mindsets may be to blame
The first study of why people struggle to solve statistical problems reveals a preference for complicated rather than simpler, more intuitive solutions: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Bad boss? You may be making things better – or worse!
Disagreeable, dishonest and careless leaders can mean bad outcomes for companies - but the employees they work with also play a major role: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Converging social inclusion, climate change and economic development: Giuseppe Carrus leads Environmental Psychology
Converging social inclusion, climate change and economic development: Giuseppe Carrus leads Environmental Psychology [...]
Men place less value on care-oriented careers like nursing
The study also shows both men and women support increasing the gender balance in STEM more than in healthcare, early education and domestic (HEED) careers: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Age, race or need for instant gratification: which best predicts how much you will earn?
For the first time, machine learning allows researchers to rank the most important factors that predict future affluence: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Training compassion ‘muscle’ may boost brain’s resilience to others’ suffering
As little as two weeks of compassion meditation training may reduce the distress a person feels when witnessing another’s suffering: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Seeing yourself as Einstein may change the way you think
A virtual reality simulation of having Albert Einstein's body reduces age stereotypes and can enhance cognitive performance: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Aggression at work can lead to ‘vicious circle’ of misconduct
Frequently being the target of workplace aggression not only affects the victim's health but can also cause them to behave badly towards others: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Sports teams playing for survival in critical games are more likely to lose
The first study using data from real games shows teams are more likely to lose when losing means elimination: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Football coaches: an untapped resource in assessing and developing player psychology
Researchers give practical tips to help football coaches reliably assess player characteristics important for performance: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Virtual avatar-to-avatar interviews may improve eyewitness testimony
Interviews in virtual reality may increase the accuracy and amount of recalled information: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Comments on social networks reinforce socialization during adolescence
While cybergossiping can lead to risky behavior like cyberbullying, it also serves a valuable socializing function for teenagers: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
The macabre world of mind-controlling parasites
The gruesome new field of neuro-parasitology could provide insights into the neurological basis for behavior and decision-making: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Class clowns: Playful boys viewed more negatively than playful girls
Gender differences in how teachers perceive playful children can have damaging effects on playful boys: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Award for article on understanding and promoting mental health in athletes
Research on the application of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy to sport, published by Dr Martin Turner in Frontiers in Psychology, has won the 2018 Albert Ellis Award for Research [...]
We’re not addicted to smartphones, we’re addicted to social interaction
New research suggests mobile-device habits stem from a healthy human need to socialize, rooted in evolution: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Challenges of food allergies connected to personality traits for first time
Openness, but not neuroticism, associated with more issues in managing food allergy: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Perceptions of old age change as we age
The largest-ever study of age perceptions finds skewed views of aging -- particularly among young adults: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Color of judo uniform has no effect on winning
Study finds significant win bias for first called judo athlete, regardless of the color of their outfit: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Phishing success linked to incentives and sticking to an effective strategy
Research on attacker motives -- a crucial aspect of phishing -- identifies effective strategies and the role of early and high rewards: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Humans will actually react pretty well to news of alien life
Research published in Frontiers in Psychology investigates humanity’s hypothetical reaction to the discovery of extraterrestrial microbial life [...]
How expectations impact actual exam scores
Given similar academic results, students who expect higher scores actually attain them: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Motivational music increases risk-taking but does not improve sports performance
The effect was more noticeable among men and participants who selected their own playlist: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Moving pictures, feeble words: Emotional images sway people more than emotional words
Researchers find that emotive images alter people's behavior, while emotive words do not [...]
Children more engaged and attentive following outdoor lesson in nature
Outdoor lessons allowed teachers to teach uninterrupted for almost twice as long during a subsequent indoor lesson, finds a study in Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Xenophobia strongly linked to Brexit, regardless of voter age, gender or education
A Frontiers in Psychology study shows British citizens who fear immigrants were more likely to have voted to leave the EU, and identifies collective narcissism as a new voting variable. [...]
Autonomy and alcohol consumption may go hand in hand
Cultural values can be a strong predictor of alcohol consumption: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Age, gender and personality predict risk of distracted driving
Gender, personality and how often people drive are all potentially linked to distraction during driving: Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Empowered employees are more proactive — even when they don’t trust their leader
New research in Frontiers in Psychology provides practical tips for promoting proactivity in the workplace [...]
Montessori preschool boosts academic results and reduces income-based inequality
Children in Montessori preschools show improved academic performance and social understanding, while enjoying their school work more, shows a study in Frontiers in Psychology. [...]
Why don’t students use learning strategies?
Many university students don't use common learning strategies, despite knowing that they exist, finds a study in Frontiers in Psychology. [...]
“We need to depict women as victors rather than victims”
Interview with Tolulope Jolaade Adeogun on a new Research Topic in Frontiers in Sociology & Frontiers in Psychology [...]
Tablets can teach kids to solve physical puzzles
Contrary to popular belief, a Frontiers in Psychology study shows that children who learn to solve a puzzle on a tablet can transfer the learning to the physical world. [...]
Sometimes you shouldn’t say sorry
Saying sorry when making a social rejection can have the opposite effect of its intention, reveals a study in Frontiers in Psychology. [...]
Inattentive kids show worse grades in later life
A study of young kids, published in Frontiers in Psychology, reveals that inattentiveness is linked to poor grades up to 10 years later. [...]
Voter behavior influenced by hot weather
New study in Frontiers in Psychology shows a connection between changes in temperature and voting behavior in the United States of America [...]
New approach to teaching music improvisation enhances creativity
A process oriented teaching approach to improvisation in music opens new perspectives for education and enhances creativity. [...]
Stereotypes still affect females’ career aspirations in STEM topics
Frontiers in Psychology study examines impact of gender stereotypes on the self-concept of female students in STEM subjects with females under-representation [...]
Following a friend leads to unsafe driving behavior
Frontiers in Psychology study suggests a relationship between risky behaviour and time pressure caused by fear of getting lost when following friend's car [...]
