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NYC’s scorching heat wave could induce bizarre dreams: experts

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NYC’s scorching heat wave could induce bizarre dreams: experts

The end-of-summer heat wave is every New Yorker’s nightmare — and could be causing them, too. According to experts, extreme heat can disrupt sleep patterns and influence dreams, sometimes resulting in bizarre ones. While the cause of dreams remains largely a mystery, the general belief is that the shut-eye visions are meant to help the brain … Read more

New psychology research finds Pavlovian threat conditioning can induce long-lasting memory intrusions

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New psychology research finds Pavlovian threat conditioning can induce long-lasting memory intrusions

Pavlovian threat conditioning (also known as fear conditioning) is a basic form of learning in which an animal or person comes to associate a particular stimulus with a negative outcome. New research, published in Behaviour Research and Therapy, indicates that this type of conditioning can generate intrusive memories that persist over time. The findings provide … Read more