In contrast to adults, acceptance of evolution in schoolchildren in the UK is linked to their scientific aptitude rather than conflicts with belief systems, say scientists. Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/01/180111101405.htm
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Mindfulness meditation can offset the worry of waiting
Research has shown all the techniques we employ to reduce the stress of worry don’t work. Now an expert has found something that can help: ‘mindfulness’ meditation. That is, focusing on the present using meditation. The research has found that mindfulness is a sort of antidote to the ‘curse’ of waiting. Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/12/171204095011.htm
Skepticism takes many forms
Not every kind of science skepticism is the same. For example, skepticism about climate change is linked to political ideology, whereas skepticism about vaccinations consistently correlates with religious beliefs. In contrast, skepticism about genetically modified foods is not fuelled by religious or political ideology. These are some of the major findings of a new research… Continue reading Skepticism takes many forms
Recurring nightmares could reflect your daily frustrations
People who are frustrated because their basic psychological needs for autonomy, relatedness and feeling competent are not met are more likely to have a recurring bad dream and to analyze their dreams negatively. Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/11/171130112406.htm
White male gun owners with money stress more likely to be morally attached to their guns
White male gun owners who have lost, or fear losing, their economic footing tend to feel morally and emotionally attached to their guns, according to a study. They are also more likely to say the violence against the government is sometimes justified. Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/11/171127091122.htm
Social identity threat and religion in the US
When people feel targeted because of their religious identity, they can experience a psychological threat that may undermine psychological well-being and increase prejudice toward other groups, according to a new study. Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/11/171114142334.htm
Some Latinos believe science may negatively impact their kids’ faith
More than one-third of Latinos interviewed in a recent study believe science education may have a negative impact on the religious faith of their children. Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/11/171113195016.htm
Traditional Amazonian drug linked to improved sense of wellbeing, study suggests
A psychedelic drug traditionally used in South America improves people’s general sense of wellbeing and may offer a treatment for alcoholism and depression, new research suggests. Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/11/171109093134.htm
Why do we believe in gods? Religious belief ‘not linked to intuition or rational thinking’
Religious beliefs are not linked to intuition or rational thinking, according to a new study. Previous studies have suggested people who hold strong religious beliefs are more intuitive and less analytical, and when they think more analytically their religious beliefs decrease. But new research suggests that is not the case, and that people are not… Continue reading Why do we believe in gods? Religious belief ‘not linked to intuition or rational thinking’