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The power of light: How blue light impacts mood and self-perception

The power of light: How blue light impacts mood and self-perception

Light has an undeniable influence on how we feel, and this connection goes beyond just how bright or dim our environment is. In recent years, scientists have discovered that different sorts of light play a significant role in influencing our moods and emotions. Studies have shown that exposure to natural

The wandering mind: Good, bad, and neurotic thoughts

The wandering mind: Good, bad, and neurotic thoughts

Mind-wandering, letting the mind drift from the task at hand, takes up a substantial part of our waking hours. Depending on its content and focus, this mental wandering can range from creative daydreams to anxious thoughts. A particularly harmful category is repetitive negative thinking, such as worry and rumination, which

Forgetting part II: Error in our brain's ability to forget stuff impact mental health

Forgetting part II: Error in our brain's ability to forget stuff impact mental health

The human brain is an astonishing machine, storing and managing a vast number of memories every day. This process is driven by a complex network of billions of brain cells, which work together to preserve, and retrieve information. When we learn something new, specific neurons undergo physiological changes, creating a

The science behind tattoo aesthetics: Beauty perception

The science behind tattoo aesthetics: Beauty perception

Tattoos, long a subject of cultural and artistic debate, have recently gained attention from scientists studying how people perceive beauty. This research investigates how tattoos affect our judgment of physical attractiveness. By manipulating images of male and female models to display varying degrees of tattoo coverage, researchers analyzed the responses

Space week day 2: Safeguarding astronaut minds

Space week day 2: Safeguarding astronaut minds

As space missions extend into deep space, the psychological well-being of astronauts is just as vital as their physical and technical readiness. Space exploration has progressed far beyond the moon landings of 1969, with plans for missions like a +1,000-day journey to Mars. Astronauts then face even year-long missions

Theme Food IV: How your personality traits determine how much you eat

Theme Food IV: How your personality traits determine how much you eat

Some people try to shed weight by limiting food intake, a behavior referred to as "restrained eating." But are restrained eaters self-restrained in other aspects of life? While often seen as a sign of disordered eating, research shows that restrained eating is not inherently harmful. When practiced within