Home Environment Dictates Mood and Personality in Elderly
Razi Berry The old saying, “Home is where the heart is,” has some new science to back it up. A study has found photos of a person’s living space can accurately point at personality traits and the mood of the people who live there, especially as a person gets older. For the study, scientists at […]
Factors that Lead to Loss of Self-Control
Razi Berry Joining a club that sparks a new interest, playing a new intramural sport or finding a new group of friends may be just as indicative of a college freshman’s loss of self-control as drinking or drug use, according to new research at West Virginia University. Self-control — the ability to exercise personal restraint, […]
Personality May Determine Those at Risk for Emotional Difficulties Due to Pandemic
Razi Berry During the corona crisis, neurotic people experience more negative emotions in their everyday lives, are more unstable emotionally and worry more about their health. These are the results of a study carried out by psychologists from the Universities of Münster and Bielefeld. The study has been published in the Journal of Research in […]
The Importance of Stress Reduction in Whole-Body Maintenance, Wellness, and Prevention of Chronic Disease
David M. Brady, ND, DC, CCN, DACBN, IFMCP, FACN Busy schedules, demanding occupations, managing children and family life, financial burdens, heavy school loads, planning for a large event such as new move or job, and the never-ending pinging of electronic devices and communications invade our everyday life. The average day in our lives feels more […]
Excessive Postings on Social Media Linked to Narcissistic Traits
Razi Berry A very interesting study suggests that excessive use of social media – especially posting of selfies and images – may be associated with a development or increase in narcissism. Study suggests excessive use of social media associated with narcissism Narcissism is a personality characteristic that is characterized by extreme selfishness, a grandiose view of one’s […]
Certain Personalities May Protect Against Anxiety and Depression
Node Smith, ND Multiple Layers of Personality Impact Specific Symptoms A new research study has found that the personality traits of extraversion and conscientiousness may have a protective effect against depression and anxiety.1 It is generally known that high levels of neuroticism predispose people to depression or anxiety, or both. However, if those same individuals […]