Psych

Psych explores psychological concepts that inform on behavior, health, and strategies for personal development. It examines phenomena like the Diderot Effect, the Illusory Truth Effect, and attachment styles in relationships, offering insights into how these impact consumer behavior, happiness, decision-making, and more.

Consumer Behavior Happiness and Health Decision Making Sleep and Boredom Quality Management and Problem Solving Social Status and Effort Brain Function and Daydreaming Technology and Mental Performance Relationship Dynamics Workplace Mental Health

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Illusory Truth Effect

39 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
🔬 Science Psychology Cognitive Bias
  1. The Illusory Truth Effect is a phenomenon where repetition can make us believe something is true, even if it's not.
  2. It can influence decision-making by shaping our perceptions and beliefs.
  3. There are strategies to mitigate the Illusory Truth Effect, such as fact-checking and seeking diverse sources of information.

What Happens in the Brain While Daydreaming?

19 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🔬 Science Neuroscience Memory
  1. Daydreaming may contribute to brain plasticity: Daydreams, especially after viewing images, might assist the brain in learning and adapting by guiding neural patterns.
  2. Neural activity during daydreams: Neurons in the visual cortex of mice fired similarly during daydreaming and when actively looking at images, suggesting a link between daydreams and visual memories.
  3. Predictive nature of early daydreams: Daydreams at the start of the day predicted changes in the brain's response to images, indicating that daydreams could influence the brain's future reactions to visual stimuli.
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The Ishikawa Diagram

19 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🚌 Education Problem Solving Analysis
  1. The Ishikawa Diagram is a tool used in quality management to identify potential causes contributing to a problem.
  2. It provides a visual representation of causes, categorizing them to aid in root cause analysis.
  3. This tool is effective for collaborative problem-solving and quality improvement initiatives within organizations.

Mother Was Right All Along. It Is the Damn Phone!

19 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Digital detox Productivity Research Technology
  1. Using a phone as a break during tough mental tasks doesn't help the brain recharge well and might make performance worse.
  2. Taking phone breaks during tasks can lead to feeling mentally drained and performing less effectively than taking breaks using paper or computer.
  3. Phones might distract more than other devices, making it harder to focus on work and can lead to decreased performance.

Work and Mental Health: Challenges and Opportunities

0 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Work Interventions Research Policies
  1. Mental health issues are common in the workplace and have significant costs for individuals, employers, and society.
  2. The relationship between work and mental health is complex and requires more research and inclusive approaches.
  3. It's crucial to examine working conditions and their impact on mental disorders to promote mental health among workers.