Decision-making/Problem Solving

Most people think of optimism as a good thing - a positive outlook in challenging circumstances. But in reality, it's a psychological state that can be "contagious" in a bad way. A new study, published in the journal Psycho-Oncology,…
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Project is the first major effort in the UC system to assess the needs of students in recovery The UC Riverside School of Medicine will address the marginalization of students in recovery from substance-use disorders with a $250,000 award…
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Two publications track the perceptual decision making process from the sensory receptors to the final actionCredit: Mathew Diamond, SISSA New research conducted in the Cognitive Neuroscience group of SISSA shows that a perceptual…
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Study concludes that partnered, postmenopausal women, who are survivors of breast cancer fare better with sexual problems resulting from treatments designed to increase risk of reccurence CLEVELAND, Ohio (April 17, 2019)--Vaginal dryness…
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The study shows how low-intensity ultrasonic waves can be used to generate or suppress electrical signals in the brain, modulating normal brain function Imagine working in your office while the sun is shining outside. Thinking about what…
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Credit: University of Stirling Mental health professionals treating children and young people with suicidal feelings should refer to 'suicide' explicitly to ensure they feel listened to, according to new research. Research led by…
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BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -- Charitable and humanitarian organizations are increasingly tapping into a $30 billion crowdfunding market, not only to raise funds but to build donors' trust by being more transparent, according to research from…
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Outcome suggests promising treatment target for some at high-risk for suicide Are young adults who harm themselves more at risk for suicide? New research suggests there could be a connection under specific conditions associated with…
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Credit: Indiana University BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -- People watching "social shows" like "Dancing with the Stars" or "The Bachelor" on television and simultaneously sharing their views on Twitter are more likely to be committed to…
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CORVALLIS, Ore. - Using visualization as motivation is a common technique for achieving goals, but consumers who are pursuing health goals such as eating healthy or losing weight should use caution when using perspective-based…
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TORONTO, April 4, 2019 - More years in sports - not less - may help protect the brains of children who have had a concussion, against future concussions, a new study says. Research from York University's Faculty of Health found that…
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They edited entries, made them more complete/understandable AURORA, Colo. (April 3, 2019) - A group of medical students recruited to improve Wikipedia articles on skin-related diseases, saw millions more views of those stories following…
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The same data used by digital marketers to sell products can also help inspire conservation behaviors. The same data used by digital marketers to sell products can also help inspire conservation behaviors, according to new research from…
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Even looking at things that remind of coffee can arouse our minds, reveals new University of Toronto studyCredit: Yana Kaz Just looking at something that reminds us of coffee can cause our minds to become more alert and attentive,…
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