Just like how a clever little squirrel assesses different nut trees, infants evaluate social contexts and adjust their behaviors accordingly. Researchers have proposed the ‘action value calculator model’, which explains how infants make decisions in social interactions. By analyzing the cognitive processes involved, this model sheds light on the development of infants’ decision-making abilities. Gaze-following […]
Published on January 6, 2023
A whirlwind therapy program has proven effective in helping combat veterans navigate the challenges of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The clinical trial explored an accelerated variant of a commonly used treatment for PTSD called prolonged exposure therapy. Instead of enduring weeks or months of therapy sessions, veterans engaged in a concentrated 3-week program that produced […]
Published on January 6, 2023
A recent study found that synthetic tissue could be a promising solution for repairing penile injuries. Researchers in China created an artificial tunica albuginea (ATA), which is like a fiber-filled shield that surrounds the penis, and tested it on pigs. The results showed that the ATA not only repaired the injuries but also restored normal […]
Published on January 5, 2023