How ChatGPT is sneaking its favorite words (like “delve” and “bolster”) into our everyday conversations
Researchers at the Max Planck Institute found ChatGPT’s preferred vocabulary, termed “GPT words,” influences everyday language, increasing usage in both academic and casual conversations.
New study looks at the psychology of a funny person, and finds that authoritarians aren’t so funny
October 8, 2020
A new study finds that right-wing authoritarians are not very funny people, generally speaking.
Best pets for loneliness: new study finds that all pets help equally
October 5, 2020
Best pets for loneliness: a new study finds no statistical difference by animal species.
This new study on background music in restaurants shows it can make food taste 60% better
October 2, 2020
Background music in restaurants can make food taste better, according to a new study. And unwanted background noise makes the food taste worse.
A new analysis of Trump’s sleep patterns shows he’s getting angrier
October 1, 2020
A new Twitter-based study of President Trump’s sleeping behavior indicates he’s been sleeping less, which is making him angrier.
A new study finds “Internet Gaming Disorder” is not a sign of kids’ mental health problems
September 30, 2020
A new study from Norway finds no links between Internet Gaming Disorder and more serious psychological problems among young people.
Do weighted blankets help with insomnia? This new study says yes: they can decrease sleeplessness by 50%
September 29, 2020
Do weighted blankets help with insomnia? A new study finds that they are indeed a safe and effective intervention in the treatment of sleeplessness.
New study says that dads who get involved with fatherhood suffer less paternal depression
September 27, 2020
The more a father is involved in parenting his infant child, the lower the risk of that father experiencing paternal depression.
New study suggests that “super ager” Joe Biden has a 95% chance of surviving until 2024
September 26, 2020
A new study suggests that President Biden is "super-ager" likely to maintain his health beyond the end of his presidential term.