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Alcohol: 8 Compelling Studies Reveal What’s Going On Behind The Buzz (P)

From intelligence to aggression, alcohol is linked to more than just your mood. These 8 findings reveal the truth.

Alcohol: it’s the life of the party, a social icebreaker, and for some, a nightly ritual.

Science has uncovered some fascinating—and sometimes unsettling—truths about how alcohol affects our minds and bodies.

From surprising links to intelligence and personality to its impact on brain health and emotions, these eight research findings reveal a complex picture of our relationship with alcohol.

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9 Surprising Ways Sleep Shapes Your Personality, IQ, Brain & Mental Health (P)

Science is uncovering fascinating ways sleep—or the lack of it—shapes who we are and how we feel.

Sleep is vital for our physical and mental well-being, yet its profound influence on our daily lives can go unnoticed.

Beyond simply recharging our bodies, the way we sleep—and how much of it we get—can shape our personalities, intelligence and even long-term health.

Here are nine research-backed insights into how sleep affects who we are and how we feel.

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10 Hidden Ways Social Synchrony Shapes Your Social Life (P)

These 10 hidden truths about synchrony reveal the science behind your relationships.

Why do we feel an instant connection with some people while struggling to bond with others?

Or, why do certain gestures, expressions, or even the sound of someone's voice make them seem more trustworthy or attractive?

Beneath the surface of our social interactions lies a fascinating world of hidden psychological forces.

This article reveals 10 hidden ways social synchrony influences your social life.

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12 Brain-Boosting Strategies That Protect Against Mild Cognitive Impairment (P)

From puzzles to probiotics, discover the everyday activities that protect your brain.

As we age, maintaining a sharp mind becomes increasingly important—but it doesn’t have to be daunting.

Research shows that small, intentional lifestyle changes can significantly reduce the risk of mild cognitive impairment and keep your brain healthy.

Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) is a condition characterized by noticeable but not severe changes in cognitive abilities, such as memory, thinking, and reasoning, that are beyond normal aging.

From your diet and daily habits to creative hobbies and exercise, these 12 research-backed strategies offer practical ways to reduce the risk of mild cognitive impairment and support a healthier mind.

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Trauma: 10 Fascinating Studies Reveal The Best Hopes For Recovery (P)

Ground-breaking research continues to uncover the profound and often unexpected ways trauma affects us.

Trauma leaves an indelible mark, shaping our minds, bodies and even our genetic code in ways that scientists are only beginning to understand.

From the surprising therapeutic benefits of playing a simple computer game to how trauma interacts with memory, ground-breaking research continues to uncover the profound and often unexpected ways trauma affects us.

Across 10 pieces of psychological research, we explore how trauma impacts the brain, memory, emotion and more -- as well as the treatments that offer the best hope for recovery.

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9 Mind-Altering Effects Of Winter That Will Change How You See The Season (P)

Learn how winter alters your mood, memory and more, in 9 surprising ways.

Going through winter is like running into a headwind: everything takes more effort.

As the days grow shorter and the chill of winter sets in, our minds undergo many subtle yet profound changes.

Research reveals that winter is not just a season of snow and cosy nights—it’s a time when our brain chemistry and behaviours adapt to the environment. 

This article reveals 9 ways winter reshapes our mental and emotional landscapes.

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8 Fascinating Mental Health Discoveries From 2024 (P)

From a surprising link between kiwifruit and mood to fascinating discoveries about brain networks, science continues to reshape how we understand mental health.

The field of mental health research is constantly evolving, and sometimes the most effective treatments come from surprisingly simple or unexpected sources.

From the link between body temperature and depression to simple dietary changes that impact mood, research in 2024 revealed some fascinating new connections.

So, here are some of the more surprising mental health discoveries of the year.

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The 8 Most Mind-Bending Psychology Studies Of 2024 (P)

Explore 8 strange, surprising, and science-backed quirks of human psychology, some of which defy explanation.

In 2024, psychological research has uncovered some truly unusual and unexpected phenomena that challenge our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

From the peculiar power of tears on aggression to the eerie sensation of leaving your body, these 8 studies reveal just how strange and complex human psychology can be.

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10 Psychological Truths About Happiness From 2024 (P)

From the secret to a blissful life to the best daily habits, explore what 2024 taught us about being joyful.

 Happiness is a universal pursuit, yet what truly brings joy often feels elusive and deeply personal.

Fortunately, 2024 has offered many fresh insights into the science of happiness.

From surprising revelations about the happiest time of day to new strategies for combining mindfulness and exercise, recent studies shed light on the habits, mindsets, and circumstances that contribute to a blissful life.

This article includes 10 of the most compelling psychological findings about human happiness from the year.

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10 Most Popular Psychology Studies Of 2024 (P)

Happy holidays to all PsyBlog readers!

Many thanks to everyone who has supported PsyBlog over the years.

Regular and Premium paid memberships mean PsyBlog can keep exploring the science of the mind.

So here, dear readers, are the 10 most popular members-only and premium articles from PsyBlog in 2024.

This is what you voted for with your clicks over the year — and very good choices they are too!

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