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Participants expected greater improvement from a human therapist. In practice, however, social anxiety decreased almost as much when feedback was provided by AI. This is shown in a new study from Stockholm University published in the scientific journal Internet Interventions.
Urban residents with more greenery within 100 metres of their homes have a lower risk of developing dementia over time. This is the finding of a new study from Stockholm University and Karolinska Institute, which followed nearly 3,000 older adults for 16 years. Published in the journal Alzheimer’s & Dementia, the study highlights the importance of greenspace in the close surroundings of the home in sustainable urban planning that supports brain health.
Workplaces that prioritize leadership, a healthy work environment, and employee well-being tend to have a lower proportion of employees engaging in risky drinking. This is shown in a new study from Stockholm University.
How does cultural diversity emerge? Why do humans develop complex societies, norms and traditions, while other species do not in the same way? These are some of the questions explored in the interdisciplinary master's course Cultural evolution: theories and observations (7.5 credits).
Are you interested in other people? Do you wonder why we think, feel, and behave the way we do? Have you noticed how we are influenced by and adapt to different situations? Is it possible to measure people’s thoughts and, if so, how? If you find topics like these interesting then psychology is the right subject for you.
More than one in ten people in Sweden say that someone close to them has experienced gambling problems. Among younger people, the figure is around 16 per cent. People close to someone with gambling problems are more likely to experience mental health difficulties, risky behaviours and relationship problems. Some consequences can persist even after the gambling problems have ended. This is shown by two new studies from Stockholm University.
An editorial piece in Nature highlights the work of Professor Sabina Čehajić-Clancy, emphasizing the growing role of researchers in developing evidence-based approaches to reduce polarization, strengthen social cohesion, and help societies address deepening divisions.
We know that sleep is important for the brain, but how much do night-to-night variations matter in everyday life? A new study followed young and older adults to investigate how sleep duration and sleep quality affect how quickly we think the next day. The findings show that what matters most is how well you slept last night.
Working adults with ADHD describe a working life characterized by stress, anxiety, and recurring exhaustion. In his doctoral thesis, psychologist Martin Oscarsson investigated how work-related mental ill-health is experienced within this group and evaluated an internet-delivered stress-management program that may contribute to improved quality of life.
The autumn semester of 2026 starts on 31 August. On this page we have gathered useful information about what you should know and do before then. It is a live page, so remember to come back now and then and look for updates.
Workplace bullying has long been linked to poor mental health among employees. But people exposed to bullying are also at greater risk of taking sick leave and starting treatment with psychotropic medication. These findings come from a new doctoral thesis in public health sciences at Stockholm University examining workplace bullying in Sweden and Denmark.
