Psychology

Objective: Altered interoception may play a major role in the etiology of medically unexplained symptoms (MUS). It remains unclear, however, if these alterations concern noticing of signals or if they are limited to the interpretation of signals. We investigated whether individuals with MUS differ in interoceptive awareness as assessed with the Multidimensional Assessment of Interoceptive … Read MoreRead more

Previous psychometric analyses of the Frost Multidimensional Perfectionism Scale and the abbreviated version (FMPS–Brief) have resulted in inconsistent findings regarding the scale’s bidimensionality or unidimensionality. Different studies evaluating the scale with different statistical analyses and comparative samples report different results and recommendations. This study assessed the FMPS-B’s psychometric properties by conducting both confirmatory factor analysis … Read MoreRead more

The question of whether some non-human animal species are more intelligent than others is a reoccurring theme in comparative psychology. To convincingly address this question, exact comparability of behavioral methodology and data across species is required. The current article explores one of the rare cases in which three vertebrate species (humans, macaques, and crows) experienced … Read MoreRead more

Early parent–child relationships are an important factor influencing many domains of child development, even in the presence of autism. In this study, we investigated the associations between parent–child attunement during play, parental insightfulness, and parental acceptance of their child’s diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder. A sample of 50 parents (26 mothers and 24 fathers) … Read MoreRead more

Placebo interventions have been shown to be a cost-effective way to manage a variety of disorders and symptoms. However, an important ethical issue prevents their widespread use: The common belief that for placebos to work, the patients needs to be deceived into thinking they are taking an active treatment. Now in a new study, researchers … Read MoreRead more

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The present study sought to establish how a word’s contextual predictability impacts the early stages of word processing when reading Chinese. Two eye-movement experiments were conducted in which the predictability of the target two-character word was manipulated; the frequency of the target’s initial character was manipulated in Experiment 1, as was the target’s end character … Read MoreRead more

While opioids effectively relieve pain, for some they lead to overuse and addiction. New research suggests planning that emphasizes a person’s surgical care before, during and after surgery can reduce or even eliminate the need for opioids. University of Pennsylvania researchers discovered a majority of patients who followed an “Enhanced Recovery After Surgery” (ERAS) protocol … Read MoreRead more

Purpose: Performance measurement systems (PMS) in Non-profit Organizations (NPOs) are more complex than in for-profit organizations. NPOs have an orientation toward social mission and values, and they consider not only organizational efficiency and viability, but also the social impact of the organization. This research provides a comprehensive synthesis of PMSs in NPOs. Design/Methodology/Approach: Using a … Read MoreRead more

A multivariate longitudinal DCM is developed that is the composite of two components, the log-linear cognitive diagnostic model (LCDM) as the measurement model component that evaluates the mastery status of attributes at each measurement occasion, and a generalized multivariate growth curve model that describes the growth of each attribute over time. The proposed model represents … Read MoreRead more

The worldwide COVID-19 pandemic has created what the World Health Organization calls an “infodemic,” giving conspiracy groups a bigger platform than ever before. This led researchers at the Digital Media Research Centre at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in Australia to take a deep dive into social media to trace rumors that the coronavirus was … Read MoreRead more

A new brain imaging study of thousands of people reveals that a person’s body weight has a surprising impact on brain function. The results show that as body weight increases, all brain regions show a drop in activity and blood flow. The good news is that brain function can improve when the brain is put … Read MoreRead more

Loneliness in adults is experienced differently depending on age, according to new research. The new study concludes that there can be no “one size fits all” approach to reducing loneliness, as factors associated with it, such as contact with friends and family, perceived health or employment, may differ across the phases of the adult life … Read MoreRead more

This study examines entrepreneurship. It focuses on the effect of tenacity and future self-continuity (FSC) on inter-temporal risky choice in the entrepreneurial context. A total of 129 Chinese undergraduates participated in this survey. The results formulate that tenacity positively correlates with the risky choices and inter-temporal risky choices, in which commitment, endurance, and challenge play … Read MoreRead more

Modern head-mounted displays (HMDs) are a promising technology. Thanks to their affordable cost and versatility, HMDs are gaining attention from different sectors. However, the experience reported by the users of these technologies is sometimes negative. A number of people, when using an HMD, complain of various types of physical discomfort as well as symptoms like … Read MoreRead more

Emerging empirical evidence indicates that discrete emotions are associated with teaching practices and professional experiences of university instructors. However, further investigations are necessary given that university instructors often face high job demands and compromised well-being. Achievement goals, which frame achievement-related thoughts and actions, have been found to describe motivational differences in university instructors and are … Read MoreRead more

Supporting students’ growth mindsets (i.e., beliefs that ability can be improved) and basic psychological needs (i.e., needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness) is an important way to sustain their motivation and resilience after challenging situations. We argue that others’ feedback may support or undermine mindsets and need satisfaction simultaneously through students’ meta-lay theories—that is, students’ … Read MoreRead more

Before the era of the COVID-19 pandemic, research suggested that premature deaths among white Americans were rising. Even before the era of COVID-19, these findings were surprising, according to researchers. “These trends were puzzling to us because white people, on average, have more wealth than other racial groups and are generally privileged in our society,” … Read MoreRead more

New research suggests acts of hedonism such as relaxing on the couch or enjoying a delicious meal contribute to a happy life as much as self-control. Investigators from the University of Zurich and Radboud University in the Netherlands found the capacity to experience pleasure or enjoyment without getting distracted by intrusive thoughts are important components … Read MoreRead more

A new study shows that the human sense of normalcy is capable of bouncing back a lot faster than we might think. The findings, published in the Journal of Applied Psychology, reveal that psychological recovery can take place even while a person is still in the throes of a stressful experience. That’s significant as previous … Read MoreRead more

Purpose The aim of this study was to investigate the occupational well-being among employees with chronic diseases, and the buffering effect of four job resources, possibly offering targets to enhance occupational well-being. Method This cross-sectional study (N = 1951) was carried out among employees in educational and (semi-)governmental organizations in the Netherlands. The dimensions of … Read MoreRead more

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The temperament of your child could be driving how much TV he or she watches, according to a new study from the University of East Anglia (UEA) and Birkbeck, University of London. The findings, published in the journal Infancy, reveal that the brain responses of 10-month-old babies could predict whether they would enjoy watching fast-paced … Read MoreRead more

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The purpose of this study was to examine performance advantages associated with batting stance, in the form of left- vs. right-handed dominant stance, and orthodox vs. reverse stance, of talented junior cricket batters within age-restricted competitions. Data were sourced from the national male younger age competition (YAC; Under-17; n = 237) and older age competition … Read MoreRead more