Jared Wadley-U. Michigan

  • Three women of different ages sit together while the eldest holds a baby.
    families

    Living near family affects your psychology in surprising ways

    New research indicates living near your relatives can make you both heroic and harsh.
  • A young boy looks through an expandable plastic sphere toy.
    brains

    Harsh parenting during preschool can affect kid brains later

    Early exposure to harsh parenting during preschool years can have widespread effects on the organization of the entire brain’s communication.
  • A woman wearing a wrap around her head carries her daughter on her back, who is smiling at her mother.
    cancer

    The right therapy is good for cancer patients’ mental health

    Many cancer patients struggle with negative thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. Cognitive behavioral therapy could help.
  • Colorful speech bubbles cut from construction paper hang against a white background.
    beliefs

    The right dialogue gets straight men to confront homophobic beliefs

    Adult heterosexual men can potentially improve attitudes toward gay men and women by engaging in critical dialogues that use illustrations.
  • A young person looks down at a phone while sitting on a bed.
    artificial intelligence

    AI may fill gap for young people seeking peer advice

    Young people often use social media to seek support from their friends but don't always get helpful answers. AI technology could help.
  • A man covers his eyes with both hands.
    journalism

    Feeling misinformed leads some people to actively avoid news

    As people have more difficulty distinguishing fact from fiction, they are more likely to feel news fatigue and avoid news altogether.
  • A woman works at a computer in an office.
    attention

    Working memory keeps you focused with distractions from home

    "...working memory is required to ensure that if distractions intrude, individuals can maintain focus amidst those distractions."
  • Two toy robots shake hands.
    artificial intelligence

    ChatGPT shows more altruism and cooperation than people

    Researchers have used “behavioral” Turing tests to evaluate the personality and behavior of a series of AI chatbots.
  • A young boy sits in a dark apartment building hallway.
    brains

    Living in violent neighborhoods changes kids’ brains

    Living in violent neighborhoods can change children's brain development, but parents can shield them from the detrimental effects.
  • A man blows his nose while sitting in an office with people behind him.
    jobs

    Many people hide being sick to come to work

    People with infectious illnesses face negative social outcomes and may take steps to hide their situation from others, researchers report.
  • A group of white mice huddle together while sleeping.
    sleep

    Mice long to cuddle during sleep

    Humans aren't the only ones who like to be close during sleep, researchers report. That drive for touch can have its downsides, however.
  • A young woman lays on her bed alone.
    emotions

    Loneliness is about more than the need to belong

    Feeling supported and having a sense of control are key factors in feeling lonely, according to new research.