Eman AlBedah

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?

Is it Me I’m Looking For? The Dark Side of Flexible Identity | Psychology Today www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mind...

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.

Evolution of Human Brain May Explain High Autism Rates - Neuroscience News neurosciencenews.com/evolution-br...

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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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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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.

The Psychology Behind Us vs. Them Thinking | Psychology Today www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...

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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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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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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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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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.

Anxiety, obesity and gut microbiome
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'Modes of embodiment: exercising agency through Afro-Cuban dance'

New from #Identities, by Ruxandra Ana:

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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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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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#ACBS #ACBSWC25 #mindfulness #Wellbeing #NewOrleans #2025

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...

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