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Taboo words—including profanity, insults, slurs, and sexual terms—can interfere with language processing (the “taboo Stroop effect”)

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The neuroscience of pity: how attractiveness and morality shape empathy

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Extreme high-salt diets disrupted the gut microbiome and impaired memory in mice, according to new research, highlighting a potential link between diet, gut health, and cognitive function.

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Desk setups that encourage an expansive posture may boost risk-taking

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Negative feelings about life are more common among teens on Instagram and TikTok

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A new study suggests that briefly watching hopeful, uplifting YouTube videos can effectively reduce momentary feelings of depression by boosting positive emotions and motivation, regardless of a person's baseline depression levels.

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Taylor Swift fans lower climate concerns to justify her carbon footprint

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People make assumptions about men based on their faces: wider faces are seen as stronger child protectors, while narrower faces are viewed as more nurturing and committed partners

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A recent study suggests that people in the general population who possess higher levels of autistic-like traits tend to avoid positive, affectionate behaviors to maintain their romantic relationships.

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Fear of the unknown is linked to lower life satisfaction and heightened death anxiety

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