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Psychological Resilience

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Mindset and Resilience Key to Staying Active Despite Pain

Originally Published 2 months ago — by Neuroscience News

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A study from the University of Portsmouth found that pain resilience—the ability to maintain positive functioning despite pain—is a stronger predictor of physical activity levels in chronic pain sufferers than pain intensity or fear of movement. Enhancing resilience through psychological interventions could improve pain management and overall health.

Organization and activity linked to increased longevity, study shows

Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Guardian

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A study published in the Journal of Psychosomatic Research suggests that specific personality traits such as being active, organized, responsible, and helpful are associated with a longer lifespan, while traits like neuroticism may predict a shorter life. The research emphasizes the importance of nuanced personality descriptions over broad traits in predicting health outcomes and highlights potential for incorporating personality assessments into health risk evaluations.

NASA Volunteers' Year of Gaming Sparks Outrage Over Taxpayer Funds

Originally Published 5 months ago — by Rude Baguette

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NASA conducted a year-long Mars simulation with four volunteers in a confined habitat, emphasizing the importance of balancing scientific research with leisure activities like video games to maintain mental health, providing valuable insights for future Mars missions.