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Eman AlBedah
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Psychotherapist, Mindfulness teacher & PhD Researcher at the University of Bath.
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The Science of Expectation: How We Shape Our World | Psychology Today www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/myel...
The Science of Expectation: How We Shape Our World
Your brain predicts life before it happens. Learn how biology, stress, and meaning shape your expectations—and how to retrain them toward hope.
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November 9, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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Human Mind Prefers Simple Explanations Over Complex Truths - Neuroscience News
New research shows that people tend to prefer simple explanations even when complex ones are more accurate.
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November 1, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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An enculturation-induced joy bias for emotion recognition in full-body-movement - Scientific Reports
Scientific Reports - An enculturation-induced joy bias for emotion recognition in full-body-movement
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October 24, 2025 at 7:13 AM
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Is it Me I’m Looking For? The Dark Side of Flexible Identity | Psychology Today www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mind...
Is it Me I’m Looking For? The Dark Side of Flexible Identity
We’re told to just be ourselves, as if identity was something we turn on and off. Yet, we are often challenged to reinvent ourselves. How can we navigate between stability and fluidity of self?
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October 3, 2025 at 8:04 AM
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Evolution of Human Brain May Explain High Autism Rates - Neuroscience News neurosciencenews.com/evolution-br...
Evolution of Human Brain May Explain High Autism Rates - Neuroscience News
A new study suggests that autism may be linked to the rapid evolution of brain cell types unique to humans.
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September 11, 2025 at 7:03 AM
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Depression Curbs Ability to Actively Avoid Unpleasant Events
Depression in young patients is linked to difficulty in taking action to avoid something unpleasant, while the ability to withdraw and not act remains intact.
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September 10, 2025 at 6:28 AM
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Research posts on Bluesky are more original — and get better engagement
Bluesky posts about science garner more likes and reposts than similar ones on X.
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August 30, 2025 at 6:45 AM
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The Psychology Behind Us vs. Them Thinking | Psychology Today www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...
The Psychology Behind Us vs. Them Thinking
Polarization isn’t just about politics; it’s about psychology. Understanding the human needs driving us versus them thinking is the first step in bridging divides.
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August 8, 2025 at 9:55 PM
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Lower social class individuals show greater physiological attunement during interactions www.psypost.org/lower-income...
Lower social class individuals show greater physiological attunement during interactions
People from lower-income backgrounds may be more attuned to others during social interactions, according to new research. The study found that lower-SES individuals showed greater physiological respon...
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August 4, 2025 at 4:52 AM
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What Your Breathing Says About Your Mental Health
Most people give little thought to breathing, but could it hold secrets about their health?
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June 21, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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Gut Bacteria, Food Insecurity, and Cognitive Risk Intertwined - Neuroscience News
A new study highlights how food insecurity may intensify the relationship between gut microbiome imbalances and cognitive impairment in adults.
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June 20, 2025 at 9:42 AM
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How the Brain Actively Removes Unwanted Memories - Neuroscience News
New research reveals that people can consciously remove specific information from their memories by dampening the brain circuits that initially stored it.
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June 18, 2025 at 7:38 AM
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Anxiety, obesity and gut microbiome
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Scientists find link between obesity, anxiety, and gut microbiome changes
New research reveals a potential link between obesity and anxiety through changes in brain function and gut bacteria.
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June 4, 2025 at 2:29 PM
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'Modes of embodiment: exercising agency through Afro-Cuban dance'

New from #Identities, by Ruxandra Ana:

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May 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Kindness Sparks Cooperation by Boosting Social Connectedness - Neuroscience News
New research reveals that everyday niceness—like warm tones, smiles, and active listening—can significantly improve teamwork and increase willingness to cooperate.
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May 31, 2025 at 10:11 PM
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I’m excited to present "Barriers and Facilitators to Mindfulness Based Interventions for Muslim Populations" at the 2025 ACBS World Conference. Join us in New Orleans this July!
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May 23, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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I'm excited to have my first post here as my first first-author paper titled "Barriers and Facilitators of Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Muslims in the UK" just published on #Mindfulness :
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#mental_health #wellbeing #minorities #UK_Muslims #white_mindfulness
Barriers and Facilitators of Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Muslims in the UK - Mindfulness
Objectives Muslims in the UK constitute the largest minoritized group. Though relatively ethnically diverse, there are commonalities in terms of the general attitudes towards mental health and seeking...
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May 23, 2025 at 9:27 PM