Clinical Psychology

Using an experimental design, the researchers found that receiving fewer “Likes” than peers was linked to lower self-esteem, reduced feelings of meaningful existence, and fewer positive emotions.

The researchers found no significant difference in menopausal complaints between women diagnosed with ADHD and those without, regardless of menopausal stage or medication use.

The researchers found that ghosting was broadly perceived as inappropriate, regardless of whether it occurred in a friendship or a romantic relationship. However, people tended to judge ghosters more favorably when the ghoster was the same gender as themselves.

Students who exercised more frequently were less likely to engage in repetitive negative thinking, more likely to maintain mindful awareness, and reported higher life satisfaction and emotional balance.

The researchers found that while university students were generally able to identify gaslighting scenarios and considered them serious and intervention-worthy, they varied in their views about what makes a behaviour count as gaslighting—particularly in terms of intent, repetition, and victim impact.

The most important finding was that the therapeutic photography program was not only practical and appealing to participants but also showed potential for enhancing aspects of emotional and psychological well-being.