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Study finds consensual nonmonogamy a ‘healthy’ option

Study finds consensual nonmonogamy a ‘healthy’ option

Consensual nonmonogamy within a relationship showed only positive outcomes on life satisfaction and relationship quality for the primary partners in a romantically involved couple – leading researchers to believe it to be healthy, viable relationship option.

Music brings us together during pandemic

Music brings us together during pandemic

People across the globe started making music together from their windows and balconies. As music neuroscientists who study how music affects our bodies and brains, we would like to shed light on the question: why do we turn to collective music-making in times of crisis?

Place pandemic stress in context for self, others

Place pandemic stress in context for self, others

COVID-19 has introduced new levels of stress into the lives of everyone. When considering the wellbeing of others or ourselves, it is important to understand that how deeply that stress is felt depends on many factors, explained one Western researcher.

Getting at underlying factors of eating disorders

Getting at underlying factors of eating disorders

Psychology professor Lindsay Bodell is exploring how subtle differences in brain activity may be the key to unlocking the cause of eating disorders and lead to a more proactive approach in tackling the disease.

Alumna, professor put mind, body through paces

Alumna, professor put mind, body through paces

Therapists often recommend exercise as part of a wellness prescription for people struggling through mental-health challenges. But it’s rare exercise and counselling are integral parts of the same psychotherapy session.

Taking her picks beyond Broadway

Taking her picks beyond Broadway

Discover there are some seriously incredible selections beyond the Original Broadway Cast recording of ‘Hamilton’ when Social Psychology doctoral candidate Jaclyn Siegel takes a turn on Read. Watch. Listen.

Six Western projects earn CFI backing

Six Western projects earn CFI backing

From hearing loss and brain activity, to cancer and joints, to sustainable energy and social cues, six Western-led projects, involving 10 researchers within four faculties, received more than $1 million through the CFI John R. Evans Leaders Fund.

Predator fear factor unlocks PTSD secrets

Predator fear factor unlocks PTSD secrets

The fear predators inspire in their prey can leave long-lasting traces in the brains of wild animals, comparable to effects seen in humans dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according to a Western-led study.

Love connections at heart of unique study

Love connections at heart of unique study

Psychology professor Samantha Joel wants to help millions of love-seekers decide whether to invest long-term in a new relationship ­­– or bail before it is too late.

Study finds consensual nonmonogamy a ‘healthy’ option

Study finds consensual nonmonogamy a ‘healthy’ option

Consensual nonmonogamy within a relationship showed only positive outcomes on life satisfaction and relationship quality for the primary partners in a romantically involved couple – leading researchers to believe it to be healthy, viable relationship option.

Music brings us together during pandemic

Music brings us together during pandemic

People across the globe started making music together from their windows and balconies. As music neuroscientists who study how music affects our bodies and brains, we would like to shed light on the question: why do we turn to collective music-making in times of crisis?

Place pandemic stress in context for self, others

Place pandemic stress in context for self, others

COVID-19 has introduced new levels of stress into the lives of everyone. When considering the wellbeing of others or ourselves, it is important to understand that how deeply that stress is felt depends on many factors, explained one Western researcher.

Getting at underlying factors of eating disorders

Getting at underlying factors of eating disorders

Psychology professor Lindsay Bodell is exploring how subtle differences in brain activity may be the key to unlocking the cause of eating disorders and lead to a more proactive approach in tackling the disease.

Alumna, professor put mind, body through paces

Alumna, professor put mind, body through paces

Therapists often recommend exercise as part of a wellness prescription for people struggling through mental-health challenges. But it’s rare exercise and counselling are integral parts of the same psychotherapy session.

Taking her picks beyond Broadway

Taking her picks beyond Broadway

Discover there are some seriously incredible selections beyond the Original Broadway Cast recording of ‘Hamilton’ when Social Psychology doctoral candidate Jaclyn Siegel takes a turn on Read. Watch. Listen.

Six Western projects earn CFI backing

Six Western projects earn CFI backing

From hearing loss and brain activity, to cancer and joints, to sustainable energy and social cues, six Western-led projects, involving 10 researchers within four faculties, received more than $1 million through the CFI John R. Evans Leaders Fund.

Predator fear factor unlocks PTSD secrets

Predator fear factor unlocks PTSD secrets

The fear predators inspire in their prey can leave long-lasting traces in the brains of wild animals, comparable to effects seen in humans dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according to a Western-led study.

Love connections at heart of unique study

Love connections at heart of unique study

Psychology professor Samantha Joel wants to help millions of love-seekers decide whether to invest long-term in a new relationship ­­– or bail before it is too late.