PSYCHOLOGY

Jun 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Surprising Mind of GPT-4o: How It Mimics Human Behavior

GPT-4o is a large language model that shows some surprising traits. It can mimic human thought processes. This is not just about thinking deeply. It can also show patterns that are more automatic and less conscious. Think about how people change their minds to fit their actions. This is called cognitive dissonance. It turns out, GPT-4o can do something similar. Two ...

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Jun 04 2025EDUCATION

The Shift in Danish School Support

In Denmark, the mental health of young people has become a hot topic. More kids are getting diagnosed with mental health issues. Many are skipping school, and classrooms are becoming more divided. This has put a spotlight on Educational Psychology (EP) services. People are questioning if these services are truly helping or if they are missing the mark. The debate is...

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Jun 02 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking Hidden Connections: How Interventions Shape Our Minds

In the world of psychology, researchers are always on the hunt for better ways to understand how our minds work. One exciting approach is using network models. These models show how different parts of our mind interact in complex ways. Unlike traditional methods, network models can reveal hidden connections between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. However, thes...

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May 16 2025FINANCE

Trading and Gambling: Where Do Investors Draw the Line?

The world of investing can be a thrilling ride. It is not uncommon for some investors to blur the lines between trading and gambling. This can lead to some interesting behaviors. There are investors who trade stocks like they are playing poker. This can lead to some serious issues. It is important to understand how these behaviors can affect people's financial h...

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May 11 2025HEALTH

The Celebrity Craze: Why We're So Obsessed

The internet and social media have made celebrities more accessible than ever. This has sparked curiosity among researchers about why so many people are drawn to them. A recent study looked into this by examining how early life experiences and emotional struggles might play a role. The study focused on a group of 837 students from various universities. It used a set...

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May 08 2025SCIENCE

The Ever-Changing Moral Compass

People often think of morality as a fixed set of rules. But what if it's more like a work in progress? Recent studies suggest that our moral decisions are flexible and can change based on new information and experiences. This means that our idea of right and wrong is not set in stone. It's more like a building under construction, always being updated and revised. Th...

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May 08 2025SCIENCE

Speedy Memories: The Surprising Truth About How We Recall

In the world of memory studies, there's a curious twist. When people are asked to judge if they "remember" or just "know" something, the "remember" responses are often quicker. This might seem odd, as "remember" is supposed to be slow and thoughtful, while "know" should be fast and automatic. Some experts think this is just a trick of the experiment, but is it really...

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May 06 2025RELIGION

How Portuguese People View Religion

In a recent project, a group of researchers set out to see if a tool used to measure religious beliefs could work for Portuguese people. This tool is known as the Religious Orientation Scale: Revised or ROS-R. It's a way to understand how people connect with their faith. The researchers gathered a large group of 1027 participants. They wanted to see if the ROS-R cou...

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Apr 26 2025SPORTS

How Sports Can Shape Your View of the World

Sports have a unique power. They can change how we see the world. This isn't just about winning or losing. It's about understanding the bigger picture. The forces that shape society and the systems that give some people advantages while holding others back. This idea is called critical consciousness. It's about recognizing and challenging these forces. It's about see...

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Apr 24 2025SCIENCE

Why People Read Between The Lines of Praise and Blame

People are pretty good at figuring out hidden reasons behind things. For example, seeing muddy footprints on a clean floor might make someone guess that a pet or a child just came in from playing outside. This skill isn't just about physical clues. It also applies to social situations, where people often give praise or blame. Social evaluations, like saying "good jo...

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