Category: Developmental Psychology
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What’s in a Name? Why Adults Look Like Their Names but Kids Don’t
A new study has uncovered a fascinating detail about how our names might influence our appearance. Researchers found that adults are more likely to resemble their names compared to children, suggesting that this phenomenon develops over time. In a series of five studies, participants were asked to match names with faces. The results showed that… Read more
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New Study Reveals How Your Political Beliefs Are Shaped—and When They’re Likely to Change
In a recent study, published in the journal Personality and Individual Differences, researchers have uncovered new insights into how political beliefs are formed and what influences them over time. The findings suggest that the process of shaping political attitudes is more complicated than previously thought, with important implications for both individuals and society as a… Read more
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New Study Shows Simple Skin-to-Skin Contact Can Boost Brain Development in Preterm Babies
A new study reveals that the simple act of skin-to-skin contact between parents and their preterm babies can significantly enhance the babies’ brain development, offering a powerful tool for parents to support their infants’ health during and after their stay in the hospital. The study found that preterm babies who spent more time in skin-to-skin… Read more
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Childhood Adversity and the Roots of Conspiracy Beliefs: A New Perspective
Recent research offers compelling insights into the psychological origins of conspiracy beliefs, suggesting that difficult childhood experiences may play a pivotal role in shaping these tendencies. This study, conducted by a team of psychologists, delves into the relationship between childhood adversity, dark personality traits, and the development of conspiracy beliefs, presenting an evolutionary perspective on… Read more