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.
Positive self talk statements help you eat healthier
September 5, 2020
A new study has found that positive self talk statements are a simple way of resisting food temptations.
New research shows that a Zoom interview actually hurts your job chances
September 4, 2020
Study shows remote raters of an online Skype or Zoom interview give candidates lower marks than people who watch the same interview in person.
Pandemic-related school closures had positive effects on some teens, this new study shows
August 30, 2020
A new study finds that lockdown-related school closures may have protected some teens from factors that can lead to poor mental health.
New study shows that bed-sharing couples sleep better
August 29, 2020
Couples that sleep in the same bed show increased REM sleep and “sleep synchronization.” Bed-sharing might even improve cognitive skills.
Happiness and health: this new study finds that happy people also feel healthier
August 24, 2020
A new study finds that health wealth and happiness go hand in hand. But it also depends on how researchers measure these variables.
New study finds that money can buy happiness (at least more so than it used to)
August 23, 2020
Is it true that money can buy happiness? Yes, somewhat. The “happiness plateau” that used to exist at higher levels of income seems to have disappeared.
A new study shows how sharing dreams can help you have a happier relationship
August 22, 2020
A new study shows that sharing dreams, and listening to other people’s dreams, can boost your empathy levels, and improve your relationship.
Americans’ vocabulary skills are dropping, despite the growing percentage of college graduates
August 18, 2020
A recent study shows that despite more Americans going to college, their vocabulary skills have not increased since the 1970s.