Psychology

Psychedelics Linked to Nonconformist Beliefs & Alternative Facts

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Classical psychedelics like LSD and psilocybin have recently re-entered mainstream discussions surrounding mental health. Small clinical trials have shown promising results for their therapeutic potential in treating conditions like depression, anxiety and addiction. However, beyond their clinical utility, many questions remain regarding the impact of these substances on psychological aspects like personality and belief systems. …

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Cuckolding & Troilism: Psychological Causes & Trauma Links

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Sexual sharing paraphilias like cuckolding and troilism have long been taboo yet widespread practices. New clinical research sheds light on the pathological roots of these unconventional behaviors. Key Facts: Study finds traumatic experiences in youth trigger counterphobic adaptations underlying sexual sharing paraphilias 98% of subjects exhibit multiple significant dysfunctional personality traits 100% report psychosexual childhood …

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Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) & Internet Use: No Clear Link Except Social Media

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Researchers conducted a comprehensive meta-analysis exploring the association between fear of missing out (FOMO) and internet use. The analysis integrated 85 studies involving over 55,000 participants. Here are some key facts from the research: The correlation between FOMO and internet use ranged widely, from 0.11 to 0.63 across studies. The FOMO-internet use correlation was similar …

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Maladaptive Daydreaming: A New Behavioral Addiction?

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Maladaptive daydreaming (MD) is a newly recognized behavioral addiction characterized by excessive absorption in fantasy. Key facts about Maladaptive Daydreaming: It involves compulsive,immersive daydreaming that impairs functioning MD serves as an escape and emotional regulation strategy It shares features with other behavioral addictions like gaming and porn addiction MD can occupy many hours a day …

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New Insights Into Brain Patterns of Psychological Resilience: Frontal Alpha Waves

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Resilience is key to coping with life’s stressors, but how it works in the brain is still being unraveled. A new study provides evidence that resilience involves distinct brain processes depending on whether someone is depressed or not. Key Facts: Resilience was linked to frontal lobe brain activity patterns that differed between depressed and non-depressed …

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Modafinil & Serotonin Receptors Influence Gambling Behaviors Like “Loss Chasing”

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Gambling is a complex behavior influenced by multiple factors in the brain. New research in mice provides insight into the neurobiology underlying key aspects of gambling such as making the initial decision to gamble and persistently chasing losses. Key Facts: Mice exhibit typical gambling behaviors like choosing to gamble more when odds of winning are …

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Effects of Prenatal Famine on Brain Development: Epigenetics & Mental Illness Risk

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New research shows that when mothers experience famine during pregnancy, it can change babies’ brain development in the womb. This may increase their risk for mental illnesses like schizophrenia and depression later in life. Key Facts: Babies whose mothers experienced famine while pregnant had a higher risk of schizophrenia as adults. For depression, results were …

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Mutual Relationship: Living by Values vs. Well-Being & Happiness

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Researchers have found that living according to your values can improve your well-being. But well-being can also help you live by your values. Key Facts: Acting on personal values can boost well-being the next day. Feeling good can help people act on values the next day. There’s a two-way relationship between values and well-being. Not …

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