Category: Psychology
Traffic Noise Increases Stress and Anxiety, and Reduces the Calming Effects of Nature Sounds, Study Shows
Key takeaways: Traffic noise reduces the stress-relief benefits of natural sounds. Faster traffic (40 mi/h) causes more stress and anxiety than slower traffic. The study did not measure long-term …Study Examines Public Reactions to Sex Differences in Intelligence: Male-Favoring Results Viewed More Negatively
Key Findings Research suggesting male superiority over women in certain spheres of life is often viewed less favorably than research that shows the opposite. Perceived harm to women may …Why Women Initiate Divorce More Often: Psychological, Financial, and Social Factors Behind Marriage Breakdowns
Key Takeaways: Women Initiate Divorce More Often – Research shows that 69% of divorces are filed by women, with rates as high as 90% among college-educated women. Financial and …Depression and Anxiety May Raise Thyroid Disease Risk, While Thyroid Issues Could Worsen Anxiety, Studies Show
Key Takeaways People with depression or anxiety have a higher chance of developing thyroid problems like hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, up to 84% higher with severe symptoms. Treating thyroid inflammation …Aggressively Chasing Happiness Depletes Mental Energy, Weakening Self-Control and Satisfaction
Key Takeaways: Actively pursuing happiness can reduce self-control and mental energy, leading to lower life satisfaction. Studies show that happiness-seeking competes with self-regulation for limited mental resources, causing quicker …