Study of more than 10,000 patients treated long term with the blood thinner, warfarin, reveals higher rates of dementia for patients with atrial fibrillation versus non-AF patients.
Home » Archives by category » Psychology news (Page 986)
Research: Saying ‘I’m gay’ doesn’t boost well-being equally for gay men of every ethnicity
May 5, 2016 by NewsBot - No Comment
A new study of gay Latino and gay white men suggests different ethnic groups experience “coming out” differently.
The survival of the fittest might just be the survival of the steadfast instead. Researchers say having a positive attitude is advantageous in a computational model that simulates evolution.
The survival of the fittest might just be the survival of the steadfast instead. Researchers say having a positive attitude is advantageous in a computational model that simulates evolution.
Researchers prove utility of imaging tool in surgeon’s hand
May 4, 2016 by NewsBot - No Comment
Researchers have demonstrated the utility of new brain tumor imaging tool in the surgeon’s hand. This research largely focuses on new means to incorporate imaging methods to view cells of brain tumors with a hand held instrument that a neurosurgeon can…
Research suggests people are momentarily happier when drinking alcohol — but that over longer periods, drinking more does not make them more satisfied with life.
Our brain suppresses perception related to heartbeat, for our own good
May 4, 2016 by NewsBot - No Comment
Researchers have discovered that the human brain suppresses the sensory effects of the heartbeat. They believe that this mechanism prevents internal sensations from interfering with the brain’s perception of the external world. This mechanism could als…
Why we steer the way we do
May 4, 2016 by NewsBot - No Comment
The way we drive could help us understand how animals make their way, new research has found. The work sheds light on how our brains process what we see when at the wheel, as well as giving important insights into why animals take particular paths of t…
Aggregated protein in nerve cells can cause ALS
May 4, 2016 by NewsBot - No Comment
Persons with the serious disorder ALS, can have a genetic mutation that causes the protein SOD1 to aggregate in motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord. Researchers at have discovered that, when injected into mice, the SOD1 aggregation spreads rapid…
New study shows benefits of internet-based therapy in overcoming childbirth fear
May 4, 2016 by NewsBot - No Comment
Women expecting their first child but who are experiencing severe fear of childbirth (FOC) stand to dramatically benefit in reducing their anxieties with cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)…
