Social & Behavior
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Ideological polarization and the spread of biased or fake news on Facebook are on the rise, according to a study by the UPF
Universitat Pompeu Fabra - BarcelonaPeer-Reviewed Publication
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- EPJ Data Science
- Funder
- Ministerio de Ciencia, Innovación y Universidades España, Agencia Estatal de Investigación, European Union Next Generation EU
Stress caused by family structure changes in infancy can triple psoriasis risk later in life, new research shows
ElsevierPeer-Reviewed Publication
New longitudinal research reveals that severe stress caused by changes in family structure like divorce or separation experienced during the first year of life may triple the risk of developing psoriasis later in life. The results of the study in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology, published by Elsevier, emphasize the need to protect young children from stressful life factors that threaten their security and emotional well-being.
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- Journal of Investigative Dermatology
Bucket list wishes make final days meaningful
University of Texas at ArlingtonPeer-Reviewed Publication
Whether it’s taking a trip to Disneyland or sharing a meal with a loved one, fulfilling a “bucket list” wish near the end of life offers more than fleeting joy. A new study from The University of Texas at Arlington finds it can also improve well-being, strengthen family bonds and bring a sense of peace.
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- Palliative & Supportive Care
Mizzou researchers help farmers prevent and manage livestock losses
University of Missouri-ColumbiaPeer-Reviewed Publication
- Journal
- Compost Science & Utilization
Households’ hunt for better savings rates can deepen recessions, finds new study
University of SurreyPeer-Reviewed Publication
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- American Economic Journal Macroeconomics
People with dark personality traits use touch to manipulate their partners
Binghamton UniversityPeer-Reviewed Publication
A hug can soothe your mind, reduce your stress and actually activate oxytocin, the “love hormone,” in your body. But new research from Binghamton University, State University of New York reveals that not all hugs are harmless – some partners use touch as a means of control.
People with “dark triad” personality traits – narcissism, psychopathy and Machiavellianism – are more likely to use touch to manipulate their partners, according to a new paper published in Current Psychology by Richard Mattson, professor of psychology at Binghamton University, and a team of students.- Journal
- Current Psychology