Movie-Watching Together Strengthens Marriages
Psychologists found that encouraging newlywed couples to watch romance flicks, and then discuss them cut the three-year divorce rate in half. Christie Nicholson reports
Feb 08, 2014•3 min
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Review Finds Meditation Somewhat Effective against Anxiety and Depression
A meta-analysis of 47 previously published studies concludes that there's moderate evidence for meditation offering some relief of anxiety and depression, and low or insufficient evidence for effects on other conditions. Christie Nicholson reports
Jan 27, 2014•3 min
Brain-Training Games May Not Improve Overall Intelligence
Brain-training games seem to temporarily improve specific tasks, but claims that they can improve overall brain function have yet to be proved. Christie Nicholson reports
Jan 14, 2014•3 min
How Computers Affect Our Movements
Computer-use affects the brain's ability to generalize the skill of moving a mouse. Christie Nicholson reports
Jan 07, 2014•3 min
"Angelina Jolie Effect" Leaves Public with Inaccurate Knowledge of Breast Cancer Risk
A survey of 2500 Americans finds that despite many knowing about Jolie's preventive double mastectomy, most remain in the dark about breast cancer risk. Christie Nicholson reports
Dec 27, 2013•3 min
Test Prep Doesn't Help Raise Intelligence Scores
Scores on standardized tests may go up but a student's ability for abstract and logical thinking may not improve. Christie Nicholson reports
Dec 19, 2013•3 min
We Are More Likely to Lie in the Afternoon
If you want to catch someone in a lie, you'll raise your odds in the afternoons, as most people are more likely to cheat or lie then as opposed to the morning. Christie Nicholson reports
Nov 30, 2013•3 min
Overeating Due to Stress?
If you over-eat or under-eat as a reaction to stress, don't worry, your body may compensate to balance you over time. Christie Nicholson reports
Nov 17, 2013•3 min
Seeing Photos of Food Makes Actual Food Less Tasty
Looking at photos of food can lead us to become bored with other similar foods. Christie Nicholson reports
Oct 09, 2013•3 min
Reducing a Fear During Sleep
Exposure to a fearful memory while in deep sleep may help reduce the fear. Christie Nicholson reports
Oct 03, 2013•3 min
Generosity Can Breed Contempt
In a group experiment, members who donated the least and the most to the community were both ostracized. Amy Kraft reports
Sep 24, 2013•3 min
Babies Know Animals Have Gushy Insides
It appears we might be born with the knowledge that living things have insides and are not hollow. Christie Nicholson reports
Sep 15, 2013•3 min
When to Catch a Lie via Text
A recent experiment finds that when people are about to lie via digital text they take longer to construct their words. Christie Nicholson reports
Sep 09, 2013•3 min
We Probably Won't Recycle Shredded Paper
Turns out that if we think something looks like trash then we probably won't bother recycling it. Christie Nicholson reports
Sep 03, 2013•3 min
Limit Youth Football Practice Hits For Brain Health
Changes in youth football practices cut total hits to the head in half, while leaving game situations unaffected. Ingrid Wickelgren reports.
Aug 18, 2013•3 min
Portion-Size Label Influences Ingestion Intake
People ate less of a portion of food if it was labeled "double-size" rather than "regular." Karen Hopkin reports
Aug 03, 2013•3 min
Social Status Affects Who We Choose to Believe
When it comes to news or political statements, the more powerful the speaker the more we are likely to believe them. Christie Nicholson reports
Jul 28, 2013•3 min
Happiness During Teen Years Predicts Happiness as Adults
A survey of thousands finds that our mood during the young adult years is a good predictor of later happiness in retirement. Christie Nicholson reports
Jul 22, 2013•3 min
What Fighting Couples Want
Fighting couples don't want an apology, but rather for one partner to relinquish power. Christie Nicholson reports
Jul 15, 2013•3 min
Expansive Postures May Lead Us to Dishonesty
A study finds that large, expansive body postures may influence people's honesty. Christie Nicholson reports
Jul 09, 2013•3 min
Training Can Increase Empathy
A particular type of meditation training led study subjects to become more altruistic. Christie Nicholson reports
Jun 24, 2013•3 min
Memory Loss during Menopause
Many women complained about memory loss during menopause, but a recent study provides the evidence. Christie Nicholson reports
Jun 12, 2013•3 min
The Quirk of a High IQ
It seems that those with high IQs have a beneficial quirk in their ability to perceive a moving scene. Christie Nicholson
Jun 06, 2013•3 min
How to Enjoy Your Decision
When facing a lot of choice, it is best to decide on one option and then physically shut off all others. Christie Nicholson reports
May 22, 2013•3 min
Inside the Mind of a Psychopath
The brains of psychopaths react differently to images of someone being hurt than the brains of non-psychopaths. Christie Nicholson reports
May 14, 2013•3 min
Money Is Valued Differently Depending on How It's Earned
We tend to diminish the value of money earned through questionable means. Christie Nicholson reports
May 08, 2013•3 min
Green Spaces Promote Happier Communities
A long-term survey of more than 10,000 people finds that green spaces make for better moods. Christie Nicholson reports
Apr 29, 2013•3 min
Memory Improves with Sleep
Sleep plays a crucial role in better memory. Christie Nicholson reports
Apr 15, 2013•3 min
Being Monkey in the Middle Is Stressful
A recent study of macaque monkeys finds that those who are of middle status tend to experience the most stress. Christie Nicholson reports
Apr 10, 2013•3 min
Unhealthy Eating Leaves You in a Bad Mood
If you are in a bad mood don't try to comfort yourself with unhealthy food. Christie Nicholson reports
Apr 02, 2013•3 min
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