Festive lights boost social life but risk worsening light pollution, expert warns
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Poles show growing interest in eco-homes, but cost and stereotypes remain barriers, expert says
While skyscrapers made of wood are being built worldwide, Poland still struggles with stereotypes about sustainable construction. Many people want eco-friendly solutions, but more familiar and cheaper options often win, according to Bartosz Dendura, PhD, from the Cracow University of Technology.
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Feeling lonely alters how we view people and situations, says Polish psychologist
When loneliness sets in, it subtly reshapes how we see the world. People around us begin to appear colder and more hostile, even though we crave connection.
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AI chatbots can sway voters more than traditional political ads
AI-based chatbots can influence voter attitudes more effectively than traditional political advertising, according to new research published in Nature.
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That Christmas smell: How scents used in stores affect our wallets
The festive scent of cinnamon, pine or freshly baked biscuits drifting through shops in December may feel comforting and familiar.
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Creative activities from dancing to gaming can slow brain ageing, study finds
Engaging in creative activities such as dancing, painting, and even playing certain video games can delay brain ageing, according to an international study. The effect is stronger the more experience an individual has in these activities, the researchers report.
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Stressed parents more likely to share screen devices with their children, study finds
Stressed parents are more likely to give screen devices to their children, which can increase the risk of overuse, according to new research. The findings also suggest that parents’ knowledge of recommended screen time limits for preschoolers has little impact on actual practices.
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How we view past, present and future shapes anxiety and depression, researcher says
Developing the ability to notice and enjoy everyday pleasures is an important protective factor against anxiety and depression, says researcher Iwona Nowakowska from the Maria Grzegorzewska University in Warsaw.
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Life without the Sun: Polish explorer describes months of darkness on Polar station where Moon is the only light
At the Polish Polar Station Hornsund, the sun remains below the horizon for more than three months. For polar explorer Dagmara Bożek, that period changes the pace of daily life. “During the polar night, metabolism slows down, sleepiness increases, and monotony sets in,” she tells the Polish Press Agency.
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Human intelligence peaks between 55 and 60 years of age, new study says
General cognitive and personality-related functioning peaks between the ages of 55 and 60, according to research by psychologists from Poland and Australia who analysed cognitive abilities, personality traits, emotional intelligence, and empathy.
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