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The psychology of love: 10 groundbreaking insights into the
Feb 14, 2024 · The exploration into the psychology of love spans various disciplines, including social psychology, neuroscience, and evolutionary biology, each contributing unique …
Understanding priming in psychology: An overview - PsyPost
Definition of Priming. Priming occurs when an individual’s exposure to a specific stimulus influences their response to a subsequent stimulus, without their conscious awareness. This …
The neuroscience of greed: A glimpse into our brain’s ... - PsyPost
Feb 27, 2024 · In a recent study published in Behavioral and Brain Functions, scientists have delved into the interplay between fear and greed, revealing intriguing insights into our brain’s …
New study reveals dopamine’s crucial role in exercise ... - PsyPost
Mar 15, 2024 · The study reinforces the understanding that dopamine is not just a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and reward but also plays a crucial role in cognitive …
The Best Books on Dark Psychology - PsyPost
Nov 8, 2023 · 7. “Emotional Vampires: Dealing with People Who Drain You Dry” by Albert Bernstein. In contrast to the other books, Bernstein’s “Emotional Vampires” tackles dark …
The psychology of forbidden pleasures: New insights into
Mar 21, 2024 · The researchers found that sexual arousal played a key role in the connection between fantasizing about a paraphilic interest and actually engaging in the behavior. This …
Study finds anti-Black bias among White Americans is rooted in ...
Nov 11, 2023 · The study, “ Danger or Dislike: Distinguishing Threat from Negative Valence as Sources of Automatic Anti-Black Bias,” was authored by David S. March, Lowell Gaertner, and …
Listening to the music you love will make your brain release more ...
Feb 2, 2019 · The researchers found that risperidone impaired participants’ ability to experience musical pleasure, but levodopa enhanced it. “This study shows for the first time a causal role …
Digital distortions: Study explores the consequences of photo
Jul 2, 2023 · A recent study revealed that editing photos on social media can have negative effects on individuals' self-image and self-esteem, as it leads to comparing physical …