Religious life was converting to tech before COVID
The pandemic has made livestreamed worship services the new normal, but research finds an existing and growing role for technology in religious life.
Oct. 21, 2020 • ~7 min
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Ideas from others may prevent ‘fixation’ on your first solutions
When solving problems, we tend to rely on things that have worked in the past, which psycholgists call "fixation." Other ideas may get you out of the rut.
Oct. 14, 2020 • ~5 min
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Social sameness can raise or lower suicide risk
The relationship between social sameness and individual suicide risk is complex, new research indicates.
Oct. 6, 2020 • ~5 min
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More popular teens report fewer signs of depression later
Teens with more friends may be less likely to face depression later in their lives, researchers report. The finding is particularly true for women.
Sept. 29, 2020 • ~5 min
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Family experience shapes diabetes management
Watching a family member or neighbor go through type 2 diabetes shapes the way people with diabetes manage their condition, a new study finds.
Sept. 23, 2020 • ~5 min
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Male baboons with female pals live longer
Having a female bestie gives male baboons a better chance of survival, a new study shows.
Sept. 23, 2020 • ~6 min
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‘Sexy mindset’ makes partners seem hotter
Having a "sexy mindset" can make potential partners seem more attractive and reduce fears of rejection, researchers report.
Sept. 23, 2020 • ~9 min
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Too few social media ‘likes’ can amp up teen depression
Getting fewer "likes" on social media can lead to depression and anxiety in young people, a new study shows.
Sept. 22, 2020 • ~5 min
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COVID-19 stress could boost alcohol abuse risk
Stress ups the risks for alcohol and drug abuse, and difficulty in getting treatment makes coping with addiction even harder during COVID, an expert argues.
Sept. 21, 2020 • ~6 min
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People act less selfishly when somebody’s watching
The more uncertain we are about expectations, the more likely we are to act selfishly, a new study finds. That's key for following COVID-19 guidelines.
Sept. 16, 2020 • ~6 min
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