Doctors were baffled when a healthy man developed hallucinations and paranoia. The cause? Bromide toxicity—triggered by an AI-guided experiment to eliminate chloride from his diet. The case raises new concerns about how people use chatbots like ChatGPT for health advice.| PsyPost - Psychology News
Does cannabis help or harm memory in older age? A new study in rats suggests the answer is complex. Researchers found THC’s effects depended on sex and delivery method, improving working memory in some cases while impairing it in others.| PsyPost - Psychology News
A new study reveals a psychological bias that leads people to reject faster, more efficient routes when they involve retracing steps. Known as "doubling-back aversion," the effect emerged in both physical navigation and mental tasks across four experiments.| PsyPost - Psychology News
People tend to picture ideal leaders as highly competent and caring—qualities often linked to both men and women. A new study suggests that aspirational leadership norms may help shift perceptions away from outdated gender stereotypes.| PsyPost - Psychology News
New research suggests "neural confusion" may underlie social avoidance in some forms of autism. In a mouse study, neurons that should value social contact responded similarly to both another mouse and a plastic object, blurring the line between the two experiences.| PsyPost - Psychology News
A recent study highlights how adult webcam platforms can foster body positivity for men. By allowing connections with performers and exposure to diverse body types, the research suggests that these digital spaces can play a role in building confidence and acceptance.| PsyPost - Psychology News