Thursday, 9 February, 2012

Researchers in positive psychology find that giving is better than receiving, that social relationships are key, and that money can – in some circumstances – buy some happiness.

Study finds that holding a warm cup of coffee for a few seconds can make us see other people as warmer, more outgoing. How come?

Are you undecided about the mid-term elections? A recent test shows that it ain’t necessarily so. You may have made your decision — but don’t yet know it.

Depression causes more disability than diabetes, cancer or stroke. What causes depression? How is it treated? Can we improve treatment?

New analysis of post-traumatic stress disorder among American Vietnam vets find 19 percent had PTSD after serving in combat. The greater the exposure to combat, the higher the rate of PTSD.

Science shows a correlation between happiness and health, success and fulfillment. But do they make us happy? Or are we healthy and wealthy because we are happy?

Stress: Nobody likes it, but exactly what does it do to the brain? New study shows altered blood flow during stress.

Stress can interfere with working memory and judgment by changing a chemical messenger. What is the role of stress in bipolar disorder and schizophrenia?

Preacher, politicians: Some have a truthiness problem. Human lie detectors use close observation and wide experience to spot clues. How?

With autism rates on the rise, researchers are trying to uncover the biological keys to the disorder.