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The psychological difference between playing video games to relax and playing to win.Researchers analyzing data from over 13000 gamers found competitive,win focused play is linked to increased anxiety,while casual motivation like enjoyment and stress relief are linked with emotional well being.

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Young women open to “sugar relationships” may experience deeper psychological vulnerabilities, difficulties with emotional coping and relationship skills

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Drinking two to three cups of coffee a day might be the sweet spot for lowering the risk of anxiety and depression

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Laughter plays a unique role in building a secure father-child relationship

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Misophonia is strongly linked to a higher risk of mental health and auditory disorders.

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A surprising number of men suffer pain during sex but are less likely than women to speak up

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New analysis shows ideology, not science, drove the global prohibition of psychedelics

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A recent study suggests that young men hold distorted views about the level of interest other men have in early childhood education and care careers

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Neuroscientists have pinpointed a potential biological signature for psychopathy

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New research suggests that consulting artificial intelligence (AI) for advice may unintentionally strain relationships with human professionals.

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