Empathy in Action: Can Videos Enhance Our Understanding of Compassion and Prosocial Behavior?
— Introduction: Tuning into Emotional Frequencies Imagine scrolling through your social media feed and coming across a video of someone triumphing over hardship or struggling in an adverse situation. How do you feel? Chances are, those emotions are powerful and immediate, a testament to the pull of empathy and compassion in the age of digital […]
The Intersection of Stress and Ageing: Navigating the Complexities of Working Memory
Introduction: The Unseen Tug-of-War in Your Mind Imagine standing on a bustling city street, surrounded by honking cars and a whirlwind of pedestrians. Amongst this chaos, you attempt to remember a simple grocery list or calculate the hours needed to complete a project. Yet, the strain of everyday life lingers as a subtle distraction in […]
The Heart of Empathy: How Our Surroundings Shape Teenage Emotions
Introduction Imagine a world where young people are more understanding, compassionate, and empathetic towards each other. Do you ever wonder what it takes for adolescents to develop such qualities of empathy? The journey of developing empathetic behaviors in teenagers is a fascinating topic, with profound implications for society. Adolescence is a powerful phase where emotions […]
Bridging the Gap: Understanding Socioeconomic Inequalities in UK Student Mental Health During COVID-19
— Introduction Amidst the whirlwind of masks, lockdowns, and Zoom lectures, a quieter crisis brewed beneath the surface: the mental health of university students. The COVID-19 pandemic did not discriminate in its reach, yet its impact on mental health and wellbeing was alarmingly unequal. Imagine the scene: bustling university campuses suddenly silent, students isolated in […]
Discovering the Distracted Mind: Exploring Trait Distractibility, ADHD, and Hyperfocus
Introduction Imagine sitting at your desk, trying to complete a task, but you just can’t focus. Your mind drifts to what you had for lunch yesterday or what plans you have for the weekend. Meanwhile, the hum of the air conditioner or the distant chatter in the hallway pulls your attention away. Sound familiar? You’re […]
Finding Peace in a Tense World: Mindfulness and Stress Relief for Medical Students
— Introduction Imagine standing at the brink of a long, uncharted journey. This is where most medical students find themselves—a journey filled with ambition, potential, and an overwhelming tidal wave of stress. It’s a reality that haunts many of these future healthcare providers; their lives often become a whirlwind of lectures, exams, and hospital rounds. […]
Peering into the ADHD Mind: How Resting-State EEG Dynamics Unravel Brain Mysteries**
— Introduction: The Brain’s Oscillating Stories Imagine having a thousand thoughts racing through your mind while trying to catch just one. For many, this whirlwind of ideas is a momentary lapse in concentration. However, for individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, it can feel like the norm—a relentless mental storm affecting everyday activities. At the […]
Brains Take Center Stage: Understanding How Objectification Affects Women’s Cognitive Performance
Introduction Imagine walking into a room where you’re to complete a challenging puzzle while cameras are pointed at you, capturing your every move for others to scrutinize. Sounds stressful, doesn’t it? Now, imagine being told those cameras will mainly evaluate how you look rather than how well you solve the puzzle. This unsettling scenario is […]
Unveiling the Power of Nonpharmacological Interventions in Autism: A Journey Through Mind and Behavior
Introduction: Navigating the Intriguing World of the Mind Without Medicines Imagine reaching into a toolbox of treatments designed to improve the social capabilities of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) without relying on medication. For many families, this prospect offers a hopeful alternative ingrained with less risk and more sustainable interaction improvements. The [research paper](https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0291720) […]
Understanding the Impact of Social Withdrawal During a Pandemic: Insights from Oman
Introduction: A Glimpse into a Hidden World Imagine waking up one day to find that the world you knew has drastically shifted, and you’re forced to withdraw into the confines of your home. This is the reality the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic prompted for millions worldwide, leading to a unique psychological distress phenomenon known as the Hikikomori-like […]