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New Tool Reveals Why Some People Embrace Political Debate
A new psychology tool from the University of Basel measures how far we will go to talk with people who disagree. The findings challenge assumptions about political conflict and offer clues for bridging divides.
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Teen Drug Use in U.S. Stays Near Record Lows, Survey Finds
A major national survey shows most U.S. teens continue to avoid alcohol, nicotine and other drugs at historically high rates, with no rebound since the pandemic. Researchers say the overall picture is encouraging but warn that small increases in heroin and cocaine use need close attention.
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New Study Links Parental Attitudes to College Binge Drinking
Before ever setting foot on campus, many college students who binge drink may be influenced by the attitudes toward alcohol they learned at home, according to a new study led by Washington State University (WSU). The research, published in the journal Behavioral Sciences, reveals that students who binge drink more frequently often come from homes…
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Dating Advice From Researchers: Knowing What You Want Is Key
Single individuals who date without clear relationship goals are more likely to experience loneliness and lower life satisfaction, according to a new study by McGill University researchers. The concept of “relationship clarity,” developed by co-author Dita Kubin, a recent doctoral graduate in psychology from McGill, underscores the importance of knowing what one wants in a…
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New Study Reveals Why Consumers Are More Likely to Opt for Premium Products
Consumers are more inclined to select higher-priced items when the product attributes are framed positively, according to a new study conducted by Washington State University. This research, published in the journal Nature, unveils that shoppers perceive a stronger correlation between price and product quality when the relationship is depicted in an optimistic light, a phenomenon…
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New Study Reveals Ethnic Discrimination in Spain’s Top Online Marketplace
Researchers from Pompeu Fabra University (UPF) in Barcelona have uncovered significant ethnic discrimination in Spain’s leading online second-hand marketplace. The study indicates that buyers with Arabic and Chinese names must offer up to 3% more to be treated equally to those with Spanish names. Conducted by Jorge Rodríguez Menés, Clara Cortina and Maria José González…
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Gen Z Leading Dramatic Decline in Alcohol Consumption: New Study
Younger Australians, particularly Generation Z, are choosing to abstain from alcohol at rates never seen before, according to a new study by Flinders University. This trend could fundamentally reshape Australia’s drinking culture and bring extensive public health benefits if it continues. The study, which tracked over 23,000 Australians across multiple generations using data from the…
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Explosive Growth of Private Club and Travel Teams in Youth Sports Over Six Decades
A new study conducted by researchers at The Ohio State University and Vassar College unveils a stark transformation in youth sports participation over the past 60 years. The study demonstrates a substantial increase in the number of children involved in private club and travel teams and elucidates pressing socio-economic divides that have emerged alongside this…
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Brief Social Isolation Can Trigger ‘Reward-Seeking’ Behavior in Adolescents
A new study led by the University of Cambridge has unveiled a striking impact of short-term social isolation on adolescents, sparking heightened motivation to seek rewards. These findings are crucial, given the complex interplay between social media, loneliness and teen behavior. The research demonstrates that young individuals, particularly those in their late teens, display pronounced…
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Overprotective Parenting Tied to Increased Anxiety in University Freshmen, New Study Finds
First-year students stepping onto university campuses, a milestone often filled with excitement and potential, may find their experiences clouded by anxiety — especially if they grew up with overprotective parents. Researchers from McGill University and the University of California, Los Angeles, have discovered a striking correlation between students’ upbringing and their ability to handle the…
