News: Department of Psychology
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It’s not how many minutes, but how much fun, says new neuroscience research.
News highlights featuring UNLV students and staff who made (refreshing) waves in the headlines.
The native Nevadan and triple alumna is devoted to making our community better through the Nevada Institute for Children's Research & Policy.
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The longtime psychologist opens up about groundbreaking research on inner experience and why the award was a surprise.
News highlights starring UNLV students and faculty who made local and national headlines.
UNLV study finds binge drinking is disproportionately more common among sports bettors than non-gamblers or those who don't wager on sports.
Faculty respond to the mental health crisis with multiple programs focused on addressing the shortages and challenges in Nevada on April 5.
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A roundup of the top news stories featuring UNLV students and faculty.
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The class of 2023 offers inspiration for current Rebels on how to make the most of the journey from student to alumnus.
A collection of news stories and highlights featuring UNLV students and faculty.
Six years after examining the fallout from the 1 October shooting, UNLV psychology professor Stephen Benning is studying the Dec. 6 shooting.
UNLV’s online bachelor’s in psychology, master’s programs in nursing rank among the nation's top 20; university nets four top 100 rankings.