Understanding nomophobia: the fear of being without a mobile phone
Nomophobia, an acronym for "NO MObile PHone PhoBIA," refers to the fear or anxiety some individuals experience when they don't have access to their...
Prioritizing enjoyment over achievement could bring greater happiness, study finds
A recent international study led by Dr. Paul Hanel of the University of Essex Department of Psychology reveals that individuals who focus on achievement...
New mothers more likely to see faces in everyday objects, study finds
A recent study from the University of Queensland suggests that women who have recently given birth are more likely to perceive faces in everyday...
Hobbies can protect older people from depression, study finds
Most of us love our hobbies, whether it's reading a good book, knitting, or playing chess.
But did you know that having a hobby can...
Sports and physical exercise require mental effort, study finds
A recent Ph.D. study by Henrik Herrebrøden at the University of Oslo challenges the commonly held belief that elite athletes perform tasks automatically, almost...
Disney princesses can benefit children’s self-esteem, study finds
Disney princesses have been captivating children's hearts since the premiere of "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" in 1937.
While their impact has largely been...
How audio erotica creates the intimate fantasy of a boyfriend experience, without needing a...
The last decade has seen a widespread rise in the popularity of audio media.
Podcasts began to emerge during the 2000s, aided first by technology...
“Liquid courage” over “beer goggles”: alcohol makes us braver, study finds
Debunking the "Beer Goggles" Myth
We've all heard the term "beer goggles," the idea that after a few drinks, people around us suddenly seem more...
Lifetime interpersonal violence may increase diabetes risk, study finds
New research provides compelling evidence that interpersonal violence or abuse (IVA) at any point in life significantly increases the risk of developing diabetes.
This groundbreaking...
Music before a sport competition can boost performance
Most of us have felt that burst of energy when our favorite song comes on, pushing us to run a little faster or lift...