The glass half-full: How optimism can bias prognosis in serious illness
Most people think of optimism as a good thing - a positive outlook in challenging circumstances. But in reality, it's ...
Tag: Decision-making/Problem Solving
PCORI award seeks to support students in recovery
Project is the first major effort in the UC system to assess the needs of students in recovery The UC ...
Collecting the right quantity of evidence: How the brain makes a difficult decision
Two publications track the perceptual decision making process from the sensory receptors to the final actionCredit: Mathew Diamond, SISSA New ...
Partner status influences sexual problems and self-efficacy in survivors of breast cancer
Study concludes that partnered, postmenopausal women, who are survivors of breast cancer fare better with sexual problems resulting from treatments ...
Low-intensity ultrasound can change decision-making process in the brain, research shows
The study shows how low-intensity ultrasonic waves can be used to generate or suppress electrical signals in the brain, modulating ...
New study reveals ‘silence’ around suicide in young people
Credit: University of Stirling Mental health professionals treating children and young people with suicidal feelings should refer to 'suicide' explicitly ...
Transparency from charities about how funds are used builds trust and increases giving
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -- Charitable and humanitarian organizations are increasingly tapping into a $30 billion crowdfunding market, not only to raise ...
Research shows evidence of impulsive behavior in nonsuicidal self-injury
Outcome suggests promising treatment target for some at high-risk for suicide Are young adults who harm themselves more at risk ...
Tweeting while viewing doesn’t diminish TV advertising’s reach and often leads to shopping
Credit: Indiana University BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -- People watching "social shows" like "Dancing with the Stars" or "The Bachelor" on television ...
Visualization strategies may backfire on consumers pursuing health goals
CORVALLIS, Ore. - Using visualization as motivation is a common technique for achieving goals, but consumers who are pursuing health ...
Study: Impact of concussions reduced in children with more years of sport experience
TORONTO, April 4, 2019 - More years in sports - not less - may help protect the brains of children ...
Dermatology students improve Wikipedia entries on skin disease
They edited entries, made them more complete/understandable AURORA, Colo. (April 3, 2019) - A group of medical students recruited to ...
Research connects big data marketing tools, land conservation
The same data used by digital marketers to sell products can also help inspire conservation behaviors. The same data used ...
Caffeine on the mind? Just seeing reminders of coffee can stimulate our brain
Even looking at things that remind of coffee can arouse our minds, reveals new University of Toronto studyCredit: Yana Kaz ...