Rick Nauert PHD
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Friends Influence Young Adults' Weight
By Rick Nauert PHD published
A new research study addresses the influence of social contacts from both the perspective of encouraging obesity, and conversely, as a support mechanism to help young adults lose weight.
Perceived Emotions Can Intensify a Quarrel Between Lovers
By Rick Nauert PHD published
Within any romantic relationship, conflicts inevitably occur. And, as most of us are well aware, the fighting evokes intense emotions.

Sleep Disorder Costly for Sufferer, Society
By Rick Nauert PHD published
A Danish study of the sleep disorder hypersomnia finds the syndrome has far-reaching consequences.
Diet Linked to Mental Illness, Mouse Study Suggests
By Rick Nauert PHD published
Emerging research on mice suggests that changes in diet can both reduce and/or trigger mental illness

Cosmetic Surgery Fails to Boost Body Image
By Rick Nauert PHD published
Cosmetic surgery appears to have only marginal benefits for individuals suffering from body dysmorphic disorder.

Anxious Monkeys Shed Light on Human Temperament
By Rick Nauert PHD published
Researchers have discovered particular brain regions are associated with developing childhood anxiety.
How Different Cultures View Work
By Rick Nauert PHD published
Being aware of the cultural environment that their coworkers come from may help people work together better.
Thinking About God Calms Believers, Stresses Atheists
By Rick Nauert PHD published
Thinking about God can help relieve anxiety associated with making mistakes.

Teens View Reality Makeover TV as ‘Inspirational’
By Rick Nauert PHD published
Reality TV shows tout happiness as just a nip and tuck away.
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