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PsyPost is a privately-owned news platform that focuses on psychology and neuroscience. It aims to share the newest findings related to human behavior, thought processes, and societal trends. The site features updates on breakthroughs in areas such as psychology, psychiatry, neuroscience, sociology, and other related disciplines.

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New research shows link between weight loss strategies and depression risk

1 day ago | psypost.org | Eric W. Dolan

A new study suggests that the way people attempt to lose weight might have a meaningful impact on their mental health. The research, published in the Journal of Affective Disorders, showed that healthy weight loss behaviors such as eating more fruits and vegetables, switching to lower-calorie foods, and exercising were associated with fewer symptoms of depression.
Instrumental music training linked to better cognitive performance in adults with ADHD, study finds

1 day ago | psypost.org | Eric W. Dolan

Young adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder who play an instrument may outperform their non-musical peers on a range of cognitive tasks, according to new research published in Psychological Research. The study found that adults with ADHD who had received long-term training in piano or guitar showed stronger performance on measures of attention, memory, processing speed, and executive functioning.
Evening chronotypes and attachment insecurity linked to depression in flight attendants, study finds

1 day ago | psypost.org | Eric W. Dolan

New research published in the journal Chronobiology International suggests that flight attendants with a preference for evening activity and those who report insecure attachment styles may be more likely to experience symptoms of depression. The study introduces a new “Chrono-Attachment Health Model” to better understand mental health risks in populations with disrupted circadian rhythms, such as shift workers and airline staff.
Matcha green tea improves sleep and emotional perception in older adults with cognitive decline

1 day ago | psypost.org | Vladimir Hedrih

A yearlong study of older adults with cognitive decline in Japan found that drinking matcha green tea improved participants’ emotional perception and sleep quality. Cognitive functioning and daily living abilities were not affected. The research was published in PLOS ONE. Matcha green tea is a finely ground powder made from specially grown and processed green tea leaves. It was originally popular in Japan but is now enjoyed worldwide.
People are hacking AI chatbots just for fun and now researchers have catalogued 35 "jailbreak" techniques

1 day ago | psypost.org | Eric W. Dolan

What happens when people push artificial intelligence to its limits—not for profit or malice, but out of curiosity and creativity? A new study published in PLOS One explores the world of “LLM red teamers,” individuals who test the boundaries of large language models by intentionally trying to make them fail. Based on interviews with 28 practitioners, the research sheds light on a rapidly emerging human-computer interaction that blends play, ethics, and improvisation.
Scientists find evidence that an "optimal sexual frequency" exists and mitigates depression

1 day ago | psypost.org | Eric W. Dolan

New research published in the Journal of Affective Disorders suggests that people who engage in sexual activity at least once a week are less likely to experience symptoms of depression. Drawing from a large, nationally representative sample of U.S. adults, the study found that sexual frequency was negatively associated with depression, even after accounting for factors like age, physical health, and socioeconomic status.
Intellectually humble people show heightened empathic accuracy and emotional resilience

2 days ago | psypost.org | Eric W. Dolan

New research published in the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin suggests that people who recognize the fallibility of their beliefs may also be more accurate at interpreting others’ feelings. Across three studies, researchers found that intellectual humility was positively associated with empathic accuracy, particularly toward members of a perceived outgroup.
Brain endurance training improves cognitive and physical performance of healthy older women

2 days ago | psypost.org | Vladimir Hedrih

A recent study of healthy older women with sedentary lifestyles found that brain endurance training—combining cognitive tasks with physical exercise—improved both cognitive and physical performance. Participants who underwent this training outperformed a control group that received no intervention, both when they were well-rested and when mentally fatigued. The study was published in Psychology of Sport & Exercise. As people age, their cognitive and physical abilities tend to decline.
Media habits predict vaccination and trust in science — and not always how you'd expect

2 days ago | psypost.org | Eric W. Dolan

A new study published in Scientific Reports suggests that people who consume a more ideologically diverse mix of news sources are more likely to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and to trust science—regardless of their personal political beliefs. At the same time, consuming more conservative media was associated with lower vaccine uptake and less trust in science.
Nightly CBD linked to better morning mood but no changes in cognitive function

3 days ago | psypost.org | Eric W. Dolan

A new study published in the journal Psychopharmacology found that taking cannabidiol (CBD) nightly for two weeks did not impair thinking, memory, or reaction time in people with insomnia. Participants who took CBD reported feeling calmer, clearer-headed, and more coordinated the following morning compared to those who took a placebo. However, their performance on computerized tests of cognitive functioning remained unchanged.