# neuroimaging (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover neuroimaging. Page: Feed: --- ## [Single adults in early midlife often prefer cohabitation over marriage, study finds](https://www.psypost.org/single-adults-in-early-midlife-often-prefer-cohabitation-over-marriage/) _2026-08-23 · Karina Petrova · PsyPost – Psychology News_ A recent survey of unmarried adults in their thirties and forties shows wide variation in future relationship goals. While many prefer cohabitation to marriage, others are unsure or have no interest in living with a partner again. ## [Psychedelic raves act as a modern rite of passage with complex psychological effects, new research suggests](https://www.psypost.org/psychedelic-raves-act-as-a-modern-rite-of-passage-with-complex-psychological-effects-new-research-suggests/) _2026-08-22 · Bianca Setionago · PsyPost – Psychology News_ A new study reveals that for Israeli rave-goers using psychedelics, the party is just one phase. Extensive preparations and complex physical, emotional, and social after-effects show the experience extends well beyond the dance floor. ## [This specific type of positive emotion predicts life satisfaction better than the rest](https://www.psypost.org/this-specific-type-of-positive-emotion-predicts-life-satisfaction-better-than-the-rest/) _2026-08-22 · Vladimir Hedrih · PsyPost – Psychology News_ Think feeling excited and enthusiastic is the secret to a great life? A new analysis of nearly 30,000 people suggests a completely different kind of positive emotion actually drives true life satisfaction. ## [Depression may speed up cognitive decline by increasing social isolation](https://www.psypost.org/depression-may-speed-up-cognitive-decline-by-increasing-social-isolation/) _2026-08-22 · Karina Petrova · PsyPost – Psychology News_ A large study of older adults in China suggests that depression can lead to a decline in memory and thinking skills by causing people to withdraw from their social circles, highlighting a potential pathway to protect aging brains. ## [Maternal stress during pregnancy linked to children’s social communication skills](https://www.psypost.org/maternal-stress-during-pregnancy-linked-to-children-s-social-communication-skill/) _2026-08-22 · Karina Petrova · PsyPost – Psychology News_ Children whose mothers experienced high levels of stress during pregnancy and shortly after birth may face lasting challenges with social communication. A new analysis tracks how early adversity shapes distinct social skills from childhood through late adolescence. ## [People who favor dark humor tend to exhibit more problematic personality traits](https://www.psypost.org/people-who-favor-dark-humor-tend-to-exhibit-more-problematic-personality-traits/) _2026-08-22 · Eric W. Dolan · PsyPost – Psychology News_ The way a person jokes may offer a glimpse into their psychological makeup. A recent study suggests that people who favor darker humor, such as sarcasm and cynicism, tend to show higher levels of maladaptive personality traits. ## [Weight-loss drugs linked to rare eye condition in massive data review](https://www.psypost.org/weight-loss-drugs-linked-to-rare-eye-condition-in-massive-data-review/) _2026-08-22 · Karina Petrova · PsyPost – Psychology News_ A comprehensive analysis of nearly 1.6 million patients suggests that popular diabetes and obesity medications may increase the risk of a rare condition that causes sudden vision loss, though the absolute risk remains very low. ## [The “sense of absence” may explain why disconnected teens turn to addictive behaviors](https://www.psypost.org/the-sense-of-absence-may-explain-why-disconnected-teens-turn-to-addictive-behaviors/) _2026-08-22 · Eric W. Dolan · PsyPost – Psychology News_ New research suggests adolescents who feel emotionally unnoticed are more likely to engage in addictive behaviors. A newly developed psychological scale reveals how this “sense of absence” acts as a bridge connecting family struggles to teen addiction. ## [Global data shows a sharp rise in adult ADHD diagnoses and medication prescriptions](https://www.psypost.org/global-data-shows-a-sharp-rise-in-adult-adhd-diagnoses-and-medication-prescriptions/) _2026-08-22 · Barbara Jacquelyn Sahakian and Christelle Langley · PsyPost – Psychology News_ ADHD diagnoses and medication prescriptions are surging globally, particularly among adults and women. This trend reflects improved clinical recognition of historically overlooked demographics, fundamentally shifting the understanding of the neurodevelopmental condition across the human lifespan. ## [Women face higher risks of partner violence during the weeks their partners cheat](https://www.psypost.org/women-face-higher-risks-of-partner-violence-during-the-weeks-their-partners-cheat/) _2026-08-21 · Vladimir Hedrih · PsyPost – Psychology News_ A new study reveals a troubling pattern in young relationships: women are more likely to face intimate partner violence during the exact weeks their partners are cheating on them, often leading to a breakup. ## [Ship software peacefully (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/IQoRA3VK05ag) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Deploy apps from your repo with auto-config, instant previews, scaling, and monitoring. ## [Caffeine might ease anxiety and depression by calming brain inflammation](https://www.psypost.org/how-caffeine-might-ease-anxiety-and-depression-by-calming-brain-inflammation/) _2026-08-21 · Karina Petrova · PsyPost – Psychology News_ A systematic review of animal research suggests that caffeine can reduce anxiety and depressive-like behaviors by acting as a brake on the brain's immune system and lowering neuroinflammation. ## [Oxytocin has opposite effects on men’s generosity depending on a their childhood experiences](https://www.psypost.org/oxytocin-has-opposite-effects-on-mens-generosity-depending-on-a-their-childhood-experiences/) _2026-08-21 · Eric W. Dolan · PsyPost – Psychology News_ Childhood adversity might alter how the brain responds to social hormones. A study in Translational Psychiatry suggests oxytocin temporarily increases altruism in adults with difficult childhoods, but decreases generosity in those with fewer adverse early experiences. ## [How physical stress symptoms shape the emotional content of women’s dreams](https://www.psypost.org/how-physical-stress-symptoms-shape-the-emotional-content-of-women-s-dreams/) _2026-08-21 · Karina Petrova · PsyPost – Psychology News_ Women experiencing physical symptoms of stress, like headaches or muscle pain, report more negative dreams. A new psychological survey explores how daytime physical discomfort and general bodily awareness relate to the emotional intensity of our nighttime narratives. ## [New study shed light on how estradiol influences memory networks in middle-aged women](https://www.psypost.org/new-study-shed-light-on-how-estradiol-influences-memory-networks-in-middle-aged-women/) _2026-08-21 · Eric W. Dolan · PsyPost – Psychology News_ New research published in Brain Imaging and Behavior suggests that estradiol influences how brain areas communicate during memory tasks in middle-aged women. The findings provide evidence that higher hormone levels tend to allow for more efficient brain connectivity. ## [What psychological science actually says about pornography and addiction](https://www.psypost.org/what-psychological-science-actually-says-about-pornography-and-addiction/) _2026-08-21 · Danielle Thielke, Campbell Ince, and Giselle Woodley · PsyPost – Psychology News_ The term “porn addiction” is ubiquitous, but clinical realities are far more complex. Current research suggests underlying mental health conditions, emotional dysregulation, and even religious guilt fundamentally shape how individuals perceive their psychological reliance on pornography. ## [A father’s absence is linked to early puberty, but only if it happens during a crucial developmental window](https://www.psypost.org/a-fathers-absence-is-linked-to-early-puberty-but-only-if-it-happens-during-a-crucial-developmental-window/) _2026-08-21 · Eric W. Dolan · PsyPost – Psychology News_ Children growing up without a father in the home during their first year may experience earlier signs of puberty. A recent study published in the Biology of Sex Differences suggests early family environments relate to long-term biological development. ## [Brain scans reveal biological divides based on subtle political differences](https://www.psypost.org/brain-activity-synchronizes-among-people-with-similar-political-views/) _2026-08-21 · Karina Petrova · PsyPost – Psychology News_ A recent brain imaging study found that people with even slightly different political views process information using different neural patterns. Listening to political statements about immigration prompted synchronized brain activity among individuals who shared similar attitudes. ## [Brains of teens with depression remain on high alert to social rejection](https://www.psypost.org/brains-of-teens-with-depression-remain-on-high-alert-to-social-rejection/) _2026-08-20 · Karina Petrova · PsyPost – Psychology News_ Teens with depression show unique brain patterns when facing social rejection. A recent brain imaging study reveals that their amygdala fails to adapt to repeated social threats, keeping them on high alert during difficult peer interactions. ## [Gen Z Americans are more willing to use blockades and violence to stop public speakers](https://www.psypost.org/gen-z-americans-are-more-willing-to-use-blockades-and-violence-to-stop-public-speakers/) _2026-08-20 · Vladimir Hedrih · PsyPost – Psychology News_ A new survey reveals that Gen Z is significantly more likely than older generations to support using shoutdowns, blockades, and violence to silence public speakers, regardless of whether the young adults attend college. ## [University teachers with a strong sense of purpose report higher job satisfaction](https://www.psypost.org/a-sense-of-calling-links-to-higher-work-engagement-among-university-instructors/) _2026-08-20 · Karina Petrova · PsyPost – Psychology News_ College instructors who view their profession as a profound personal calling report higher levels of engagement in their daily work, a relationship heavily influenced by their loyalty to their school and overall job satisfaction. ## [Follow Releases, Get Reminders (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/uaY8LQmw8dvJ) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Follow a genre or a name and receive reminders on release day — free. ## [Scientists discover an epigenetic mechanism that links childhood trauma to adult stress sensitivity](https://www.psypost.org/scientists-discover-an-epigenetic-mechanism-that-links-childhood-trauma-to-adult-stress-sensitivity/) _2026-08-20 · Eric W. Dolan · PsyPost – Psychology News_ A recent study indicates how early-life trauma leaves a lasting mark on the brain. By altering how DNA is packaged in dopamine neurons, early adversity primes the brain for future anxiety. Blocking this process in mice prevented stress hypersensitivity. ## [Brain imaging reveals why some people struggle to resist sweet foods](https://www.psypost.org/how-your-brain-s-cellular-vacuums-might-drive-your-sugar-cravings/) _2026-08-20 · Karina Petrova · PsyPost – Psychology News_ A recent brain imaging study reveals that people who rapidly remove the reward chemical dopamine after a sugar spike may have a harder time controlling their cravings for sweet foods. ## [Researchers identify two key factors driving prejudice against asexual individuals](https://www.psypost.org/researchers-identify-two-key-factors-driving-prejudice-against-asexual-individuals/) _2026-08-20 · Eric W. Dolan · PsyPost – Psychology News_ People on the asexual spectrum are often viewed as lacking emotional depth. A recent study suggests this prejudice stems from rigid societal expectations around sex and romance, with those defying romantic norms facing the harshest social judgments. ## [New study tracks oxytocin spikes in MDMA therapy trials](https://www.psypost.org/meta-analysis-confirms-mdma-triggers-sustained-oxytocin-release/) _2026-08-20 · Karina Petrova · PsyPost – Psychology News_ A new meta-analysis reveals that the psychoactive drug MDMA triggers a sustained release of the social hormone oxytocin. This biological mechanism may explain the drug's ability to enhance empathy and help patients during psychiatric therapy. ## [Negative social media posts correlated with changes in the brain’s fear network during the COVID-19 lockdown](https://www.psypost.org/negative-social-media-posts-correlated-with-changes-in-the-brains-fear-network-during-the-covid-19-lockdown/) _2026-08-20 · Eric W. Dolan · PsyPost – Psychology News_ A recent study suggests that collective emotional stress during the COVID-19 lockdown was associated with changes in the brain. Researchers found that negative public mood on social media correlated with reduced metabolism in emotional regulation centers. ## [Severe e-scooter crashes result in higher rates of traumatic brain injuries than motorcycle accidents](https://www.psypost.org/severe-e-scooter-crashes-result-in-higher-rates-of-traumatic-brain-injuries-than-motorcycle-accidents/) _2026-08-20 · Jerry Tsang · PsyPost – Psychology News_ An analysis of UK trauma data indicates severe e-scooter accidents result in distinct injury patterns. Compared to motorcyclists and cyclists, injured e-scooter riders suffer significantly higher proportions of traumatic brain injuries and internal organ damage. ## [People who imagine their future without anyone else in it aren’t loners by nature — new research suggests it’s a learned defense that quietly collapses the moment the imagined future turns stressful](https://www.psypost.org/anxious-attachment-is-linked-to-populating-future-daydreams-with-other-people-study-finds/) _2026-08-20 · Eric W. Dolan · PsyPost – Psychology News_ A recent psychological study reveals that our deeply ingrained relationship habits dictate how we mentally simulate the future. Anxiously attached individuals imagine highly social futures, whereas avoidant individuals envision scenarios with far fewer interpersonal ties.