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Dehumanization of opponents and a "need for chaos" emerged as key drivers of support for partisan violence, underscoring that psychological factors are more influential predictors than ideological beliefs.

Women with ADHD engage in riskier decision-making than men with ADHD, likely due to reduced sensitivity to bodily responses. This difference highlights the importance of considering sex-specific factors in ADHD diagnosis and treatment.

Researchers observed that amyloid-beta and tau proteins are associated with a transition from hyperactivity to slower brain activity, which aligns with declines in attention and memory, suggesting potential early indicators of Alzheimer’s disease progression.

A study found that taking 200 mg of decaffeinated whole coffee cherry extract improves memory, focus, and self-control within an hour, with long-term use enhancing accuracy. Results suggest potential brain health benefits for middle-aged adults.

A study found no significant difference in relationship quality between couples who met online or in person, suggesting that dating apps are as effective as traditional methods for forming meaningful, satisfying romantic relationships.

Recent research found that mindfulness meditation creates a unique state of relaxed alertness, marked by specific brainwave changes linked to focus and awareness, distinct from simple relaxation, and unrelated to changes in physiological arousal.

A study published in Current Psychology analyzed suicidal expressions among incel forum users who posted on r/SuicideWatch, identifying six psychological stressors.

Women with histories of sexual trauma report more frequent Duty Sex, lower sexual satisfaction, and higher sexual pain. These patterns persisted even after accounting for sexual dysfunction.

Prenatal exposure to the synthetic cannabinoid WIN caused sex-specific respiratory control changes, fragmented sleep, and heightened cardiovascular risks in rats, highlighting potential long-term health concerns for offspring from cannabis use during pregnancy.

Breakdancers can develop a cone-shaped scalp mass, "headspin hole," from repetitive head-spinning, caused by connective tissue thickening to protect the skull.