The Division of Psychology

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Psychology is the science of the thoughts, emotions and behaviors of human beings and how these different components fits together and interacts with each other. Here at the Division of Psychology, we're conducting both research and education within this field. We also frequently organise seminars.

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Moraliskt rätt eller fel att främst tänka på sig själv? Det beror på hur vanligt beteendet är. Foto: iStock

Behaviour is considered more moral the more common it is

A new study from researchers at the Division of Psychology demonstrates that the view of what is morally right or wrong is shaped by how widespread a particular behaviour is.
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The brain detects disease in others even before it breaks out

Researchers from The Division of Psychology have in a new study shown how people are able to detect diseases in other people both through smell and vision.
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PTS symptoms can be prevented by Tetris in the emergency department

Emily Holmes at the Division of Psychology is one of the researchers behind a new study where it has been shown that the game Tetris could alleviate PTS symptoms after a traumatic event.
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22 Feb 2019 by Elin Uddenstig. Editor: Elin Uddenstig.