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JD Shavit
- 6 days ago
Harnessing Empathy: The Science of Building a More Compassionate Society
Empathy, the ability to understand and relate to another person's situation, is a fundamental aspect of prosocial behavior.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 16
Surprisingly there are only 3 types of men, study finds
In recent decades, discussions surrounding male types often simplistically boiled down to the contrasting binaries of ‘alpha’ and ‘beta’.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 5
Groundbreaking scientific discovery links social anxiety to very rare psychic gift
The march of Western medicine, with its troves of remarkable breakthroughs, stands as a testament to human ingenuity.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 1
Scientists may have just found a cure for alcoholism
Every year, countless families are devastated by alcohol addiction, with the tendrils of this affliction wrapping around millions of lives
JJ Shavit
- Sep 19
Groundbreaking study uncovers the mysterous origins of ‘puposeful action’ in humans
For eons, the very essence of what compels living beings to act with intention has captivated some of the brightest intellects.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 19
Scientists solved the mystery of why some people are scared of heights
Researchers are closer than ever to understanding the intricate workings of the human brain that contribute to this pervasive fear.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 16
There are only 3 types of men, surprising study finds
In recent decades, discussions surrounding male types often simplistically boiled down to the contrasting binaries of ‘alpha’ and ‘beta’.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 11
Breakthrough discovery found in the treatment of depression
At a time of growing excitement regarding the potential use of psychedelic agents to improve outcomes of otherwise intractable disorders
JJ Shavit
- Sep 6
Positive body image linked to better life satisfaction, study finds
In an era where social media a groundbreaking study has emerged to provide new perspectives on the topic of body image.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 6
The psychology of food: What our favorite foods reveal about us
A groundbreaking national study suggests that our food preferences might be more revealing than we think.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 3
Student invents shape-shifting ball that could revolutionize mental health treatment
Researcher has created a soft ball that embodies the very essence of breath, moving in harmony with an individual's breathing patterns.
JJ Shavit
- Aug 27
Magic mushrooms could help depression, addiction and more, study finds
A recent review has brought the therapeutic potential of psilocybin — the active chemical ingredient in psychedelic mushrooms into the light
JJ Shavit
- Aug 8
GPT-3 can reason as well as college students, study finds
Enter the AI titan: GPT-3, whose cognitive prowess is reportedly rivaling that of human college undergraduates.
JJ Shavit
- Aug 3
Researchers identify the most boring person in the world
The peer-reviewed study into the science of boredom has uncovered the jobs, characteristics, and hobbies that are considered a snooze.
JJ Shavit
- Apr 5
Seven questions can determine your level of wisdom, study finds
According to researchers, a concise scale consisting of seven items can accurately determine an individual's level of wisdom.
JJ Shavit
- Mar 26
The real effect of drugs and alcohol on creativity: Surprising research findings
Scientific research has shown that the relationship between drugs/alcohol and creativity is not as straightforward as previously believed.
JJ Shavit
- Jan 18
Managing emotions better can prevent ageing, study finds
Negative emotions, anxiety and depression are thought to promote the onset of neurodegenerative diseases and dementia.
JJ Shavit
- Jan 14
Scientists discovered why card games are so addictive
Card games are typical incomplete information games with short, repeatable rounds and among the most entertaining, even addictive, games.
JJ Shavit
- Dec 20, 2022
Scientists redefine obesity through discovery of two major subtypes
Scientists has identified two types of obesity with physiological and molecular differences that may have lifelong consequences for health.
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