Contemporary digital technologies reshape human deliberation through micro-targeting, persuasive design, and algorithmic systems capable of anticipating and steering behaviour. Cognitive autonomy thus emerges as a central legal value. The analysis of the European normative framework, correlated with
IntroductionThe participation of people with disabilities (PWD) in physical activity and sports is essential for social inclusion and health promotion. The self-efficacy perceived by professionals greatly influences the success of inclusive practices; higher confidence in adapting activities and add
Stickers as a defining part of internet culture have shaped how Generation Z communicates and expresses themselves in daily life. This study investigates the motivations behinds Chinese young people use stickers on WeChat, one of China’s most widely used mobile platforms. Drawing on survey data from
IntroductionEmployee traits play an important role in influencing creativity; however, it remains unclear whether mindfulness— a dynamic and adaptive personal quality— facilitates creativity. Drawing on causal orientation theory and control theory, this study aims to develop a moderated mediation mo
A new paper challenges the traditional idea that the brain is simply a computer. Instead, it argues that human cognition and personality are built on embodied perception, relying on our ability to maintain a “grip” on reality.
Moving beyond average test scores reveals distinct cognitive patterns: men consistently show a personal strength in math, while women show one in reading. A large new study finds these trends remain stable across 30 countries and all ages.
Artificial intelligence recently analyzed over half a million social science abstracts published since 1960. The results show a steady decline in political diversity, with academic research becoming increasingly left-leaning over the past six decades.
Your brain responds differently to live music. According to new research, brain waves lock onto live musical rhythms much more strongly than recorded tracks, creating a biological syncing process that makes live performances feel more pleasurable.
With rapid urbanization, mental health issues among urban residents have become increasingly prominent, and urban parks as important green spaces hold potential value for promoting public mental health. However, prior research has largely focused on environmental physical characteristics, overlookin
ObjectiveTo develop and validate the Older Patients’ Perceived Ageist Behavior of Medical Staff (OPABMS) Scale, assess the current status of OPABMS, and explore the association between OPABMS and older patients’ loyalty (OPL), thereby providing an evidence base for reducing ageism and improving pati
