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      These research articles involve many aspects of psychology such as cognitive psychology, depression studies, mental health, stress, happiness and neuropsychology, Scroll below for more specific categories.

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      Emotional and Social Toll of Antidepressant Withdrawal

      New research reveals that coming off antidepressants like Prozac can cause not only physical symptoms but also emotional, cognitive, and social difficulties. The study involved in-depth interviews with 20 individuals who attempted to withdraw from SSRIs in the past year, highlighting the complex challenges they faced, including emotional overwhelm, reduced enjoyment in social situations, and a feeling of detachment.
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      Lust Over Love: The Psychology and Impact of Modern Music

      Over 40 years, popular music lyrics have shifted from themes of love to lust, as revealed by a study of Billboard's Top 40 songs from 1971 to 2011. This analysis indicates a decline in songs featuring love or a mix of love and lust, contrasting with a rise in songs focusing solely on lust, particularly in hip-hop/rap.
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      Depression and Schizophrenia Impact Learning

      A new study reveals that patients with schizophrenia or depression struggle with optimal information utilization in learning processes. Using EEG and advanced computer modeling, researchers found that these patients place greater emphasis on less important information, leading to suboptimal decision-making.
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      Pupil Response Reveals Depression’s Depths

      Researchers found a distinct correlation between pupillary response and depression severity. Researchers observed that in healthy individuals, pupils dilated in anticipation of a reward during a task, while this response was notably subdued in those with depression, especially in patients experiencing listlessness.
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      Autism and Beyond: Unveiling Overlapping Neurotypes

      A study has uncovered significant overlaps in neurodivergent traits among children diagnosed with autism. The research, which evaluated medical records of children referred for autism assessments, revealed that 76.2% of these children also exhibited traits associated with other neurotypes such as ADHD.
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      Childhood Adversity Accelerates Brain Development

      A new study revealed that early life adversity (ELA) accelerates brain development in children, particularly during the preschool years. This acceleration, an adaptation to adverse circumstances such as a mother's health challenges during pregnancy, may increase the risk of cognitive and mental health issues later in life.
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      Eye-Tracking Unveils Autism’s Distinctive Worldview and Social Focus Shift

      Researchers have discovered that children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) develop distinct attentional preferences compared to typically developing children, focusing more on non-social stimuli like objects and textures. Using eye-tracking technology on children viewing cartoons, the study found that unlike their peers, ASD children do not exhibit the same developmental trajectory in social attention.
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      Perinatal Depression: Decades of Elevated Mortality Risk

      A new study highlights the long-term mortality risks associated with perinatal depression. Analyzing data from over 86,500 women, the research found that those experiencing depression during or shortly after pregnancy are at a higher risk of death from natural and unnatural causes for up to 18 years post-diagnosis.
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      Aesthetic Chills Chase Depression Away

      A new study explores the potential of aesthetic chills, intense emotional responses characterized by shivers and goosebumps, as a novel intervention for depression. The research enrolled 96 individuals diagnosed with major depressive disorder and exposed them to chills-inducing stimuli, resulting in significant positive shifts in self-acceptance and emotional breakthroughs.
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      Over 200 New Depression-Related Genes Identified

      A groundbreaking study has uncovered more than 200 genes linked to depression, shedding light on the complex nature of the condition. This global research effort, the first of its kind, analyzed genetic data from nearly one million participants of diverse ancestry groups.
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