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Adolescent narcissism brings brief popularity but not likeability among peers, study finds
14+ hour, 5+ min ago (340+ words) Theoretical models suggest that narcissistic individuals use different strategies to navigate social situations. Grandiose narcissism is often linked to overt, status-seeking behaviors like extraversion and social charm. In contrast, vulnerable narcissism is associated with more covert attempts to gain inclusion,…...
Unintentional mind wandering disrupts attention in ADHD through two different mechanisms
16+ hour, 13+ min ago (261+ words) In addition, a 2026 study of adults with ADHD found that a subjective feeling that one’s attention has drifted off task, even without remembering the specific thoughts, is associated with poorer attention and lower well-being. This highlights the complex ways off-task…...
How virtual reality is changing brain-training technology
18+ hour ago (279+ words) Neurofeedback is a technique where individuals learn to alter their brain waves by watching them in real time. During a typical session, sensors are placed on a person’s scalp to record electrical activity in the brain. This method is known…...
A nap after sleep deprivation cleared the brain's fatigue signals before learning began — exercise didn't touch them, yet it produced the same memory benefit by sharpening how the brain responded when new information arrived
19+ hour, 57+ min ago (962+ words) A 20-minute workout protects memory after sleep loss just as well as a 90-minute nap PsyPost A 20-minute workout protects memory after sleep loss just as well as a 90-minute nap Experiencing a sleepless night often makes it difficult to…...
Tracking 294 young people through 27,000 smartphone check-ins, researchers found being around others didn't reliably ease loneliness — it depended entirely on who those others were
22+ hour, 7+ min ago (614+ words) Adolescence is a period of intense social transition. Teenagers often shift their focus from family to peers, which can leave them feeling disconnected if they have not yet formed stable friend groups. The threshold for feeling lonely varies from person…...
Federal science funding cuts push young U.S. researchers to consider moving abroad
23+ hour, 55+ min ago (875+ words) PsyPost Federal science funding cuts push young U.S. researchers to consider moving abroad Recent policy changes and budget reductions by the federal government have created immediate hurdles for young scientists building their careers in the United States. A new survey published…...
Autistic individuals might be somewhat better at reading emotions of other autistic people
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (728+ words) PsyPost Autistic individuals might be somewhat better at reading emotions of other autistic people A study comparing the abilities of autistic and non-autistic individuals to recognize other people’s emotions found no overall main differences between the two groups. However, autistic…...
Pooling 23 trials of gardening programs for adults with chronic illness, researchers found a moderate lift in depression and anxiety — and almost nothing for the physical conditions the gardening was often meant to help
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (923+ words) Therapeutic gardening improves mental health for adults with chronic conditions PsyPost Therapeutic gardening improves mental health for adults with chronic conditions Getting your hands dirty in the garden might offer a moderate boost to mental health for adults managing chronic…...
Different video game genres alter brain activity and enhance cognition in unique ways
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (748+ words) Playing different types of video games can improve a person’s cognitive abilities and alter how their brain operates at rest. A new study reveals that fast-paced action games and turn-based strategy games both enhance mental performance, but action games lead…...
Creatine improves muscle mass and cognitive function in older adults even without exercise
4+ day, 8+ hour ago (260+ words) Creatine is a naturally occurring compound that helps cells rapidly produce energy, particularly during short periods of intense activity. The human body makes creatine mainly from the amino acids arginine, glycine, and methionine. It can also be obtained from foods…...