Psychology in Action

Tag: attention

  • Effects of Nature and Birdsong on Cognition, Attention, and Wellbeing

    Effects of Nature and Birdsong on Cognition, Attention, and Wellbeing

    Alex Yeghikian (Author) and Sonya A. Ashikyan (Mentor) Walking around UCLA, you might hear the trill of a Bewick’s wren, the clicks of a California towhee, or the chirping of a dark-eyed junco. With a careful eye, you might even see one perched on a branch or flying swiftly by. We might not pay much…

  • Beyond Wandering: Mindfulness Unveils Mental Well-Being

    Beyond Wandering: Mindfulness Unveils Mental Well-Being

    Mind wandering is linked to psychopathological conditions, such as anxiety and depression, as it can contribute to rumination and negative thoughts. Mindfulness practices, on the other hand, aim to reduce mind wandering and have shown promise in improving mental well-being by promoting present-moment awareness and emotional regulation.

  • Study Tips from Psychology

    What is the most effective way to study? Psychologists studied this question and their research findings provide helpful strategies and tips that you can use to improve your test-taking performance.