Psychology & Intimacy New Brain Imaging Study Challenges Widespread Inflammation Theory for Long COVID June 16, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker A groundbreaking brain imaging study conducted by researchers at the University of Turku in Finland is prompting a significant re-evaluation of one of the most widely discussed explanations for the…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Future Planning for Athletes: A Social Cognitive Career Theory Explanation of Student-Athletes’ Self-Efficacy and Reflection June 13, 2026 Lina Irawan Student-athletes navigating the demanding dual-career landscape of academia and athletics face unique challenges in developing long-term future-oriented planning. A recent study, grounded in Social Cognitive Career Theory (SCCT), illuminates how…
Psychology & Intimacy New Brain Imaging Study Challenges Widespread Inflammation Theory for Long COVID June 4, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker A groundbreaking new brain imaging study conducted by researchers at the University of Turku in Finland is prompting a significant reevaluation of the prevailing explanations for Long COVID. The findings,…
Psychology & Intimacy The Hippocampus Develops from a "Full Slate" to a Refined Network, Challenging the Blank Slate Theory May 30, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker The intricate machinery of the brain, particularly the hippocampus, a region paramount to memory formation and spatial navigation, is undergoing intense scrutiny by scientists at the Institute of Science and…
Psychology & Intimacy New Brain Imaging Study Challenges Widespread Inflammation Theory for Long COVID, Suggests Emotion and Stress Centers May Be Key May 28, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker A groundbreaking brain imaging study originating from the University of Turku in Finland is prompting a significant reevaluation of the prevailing explanations for long COVID, a debilitating condition affecting millions…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Integrating TAM and uses and gratifications theory: how Chinese media content preferences predict YouTube-based Chinese language learning among Thai secondary school students May 20, 2026 Lina Irawan The burgeoning popularity of Chinese entertainment media among Thai adolescents is increasingly shaping their out-of-school learning habits, particularly on platforms like YouTube. While this trend offers new avenues for language…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Initiation and Sustenance of Chinese Wushu Practice: A Structural Equation Model Validation of the Multi-Theory Model May 17, 2026 Lina Irawan This comprehensive study delves into the psychological and environmental factors influencing participation in Wushu, China’s revered martial art, revealing distinct drivers for initiating and sustaining the practice. Researchers applied the…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals How to motivate residents’ behavioral intention to engage in household waste sorting? An integrated perspective based on the technology acceptance model and the theory of planned behavior May 13, 2026 Lina Irawan The escalating global challenge of household waste necessitates a deeper understanding of the factors influencing residents’ willingness to participate in waste sorting. A recent study, published in Frontiers in Psychology,…
Psychology & Intimacy The Hippocampus Unveiled: New Research Challenges the "Blank Slate" Theory of Brain Development May 12, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker The intricate architecture of the human brain, particularly the hippocampus, a region paramount for memory formation and spatial navigation, is the subject of groundbreaking new research from the Institute of…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals The impact of social expectation pressure on turnover intention among Generation Z employees: a psychological mechanism analysis based on social comparison theory May 7, 2026 Lina Irawan In the rapidly evolving digital economy, a significant shift is occurring in the workforce, particularly with the integration of Generation Z into industries like e-commerce. This demographic, characterized by its…
