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Understanding the brain is not just about where activity happens, but about how it changes, interacts, and unfolds over ...
27/05/2026

Understanding the brain is not just about where activity happens, but about how it changes, interacts, and unfolds over time.

Whole‑brain modelling brings together psychology, neuroscience, and physics to think about brain activity as an interconnected system rather than a set of isolated signals. It offers a way of connecting neuroimaging data with broader questions about cognition, behaviour, and mental health.

Freely available to read and download, this new book is written to welcome readers from many disciplines without assuming a shared technical background.
https://oxford.ly/3RmgCVU

Why do some people fall in love almost instantly, again and again, while others take their time? An introductory chapter...
11/05/2026

Why do some people fall in love almost instantly, again and again, while others take their time?

An introductory chapter from Daniel N. Jones explores emophilia, a personality trait linked to how quickly and often people fall in love. It looks beyond stereotypes of “hopeless romantics” to examine real patterns in commitment, vulnerability, and emotional wellbeing, drawing on research and real‑life examples.

If you’re curious about the psychology behind rapid attachment and what it means for relationships more broadly, this chapter offers a thoughtful place to begin 💘
https://oxford.ly/3P0JMta

Understanding intimate partner violence means looking at history, policy, trauma science, health impacts, and the experi...
20/02/2026

Understanding intimate partner violence means looking at history, policy, trauma science, health impacts, and the experiences of different populations.

The second edition of "Intimate Partner Violence: A Health Based Perspective" organizes this work across chapters on epidemiology, economic impact, clinical settings, special populations, and prevention frameworks.

Plus, it's all available open access, which makes the research more accessible for people working across fields: https://oxford.ly/3MTSpV9

Around the world, so many people experience depression, anxiety, loneliness, or stress, yet most never receive any form ...
04/02/2026

Around the world, so many people experience depression, anxiety, loneliness, or stress, yet most never receive any form of treatment. Alan Kazdin’s new book takes a thoughtful look at something both practical and hopeful: the role everyday activities can play in improving mental health.

Drawing on scientific evidence, he explores how things like exercise, time in nature, volunteering, hobbies, spiritual practices, and even spending time with pets can meaningfully reduce symptoms and support well‑being.

It’s a reminder that while clinical care is essential, everyday life also offers tools that can help people who might never access traditional treatment. A valuable read for anyone interested in accessible, research‑backed ways to support mental health.

Start with a free chapter: https://oxford.ly/4aqqWDo

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