PsychologyJul 8, 2026
No one knows how to deal with anyone else’s kids anymore
Interacting with children has gotten a lot less intuitive, even if you’re a parent yourself.
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PsychologyJul 8, 2026
Psychology says you might be jinxing your own goals by talking about them too soon, why announcing your plans can reduce motivation
Announcing ambitions can sometimes reduce the drive to achieve them. Receiving praise for intentions creates a false sense of accomplishment. This psychological effect stems from the brain ...
PsychologyJul 7, 2026
Why Sexually Aroused People Misread Romantic Signals (M)
The best response to unwanted romantic interest is a clear and unambiguous rejection.
PsychologyJul 7, 2026
Psychology says parents who make the car ride home after a game criticism-free aren't lowering competitive standards; they're actually protecting the motivation that pressure ...
The journey home after a match is often when many athletes recall the game, where they replay every mistake made in their minds. For many parents, this might feel like an ideal time to discuss the ...
PsychologyJul 7, 2026
Psychology says people who read bedtime stories to their kids aren't just building a nightly routine but also looking to develop empathy and creativity: What this behavior reveals?
Psychology says people who read bedtime stories to their kids aren't simply helping children fall asleep. Research suggests this daily habit can support empathy and creativity. A study found that ...
PsychologyJul 7, 2026
Together in prosaic dreams: anthology reveals Europeans’ anticlimactic subconscious
Collector of dream stories from across continent finds ‘surprising consistency’ in the way they are structuredA young woman discovers in a dream that she is responsible for the Holocaust and tries to come up with schemes…
PsychologyJul 7, 2026
Common gym supplement could help fight depression, new research suggests
Doctor calls creatine 'promising but not definitive' as a complement to depression care.
PsychologyJul 6, 2026
Anger Management Therapists in Pawtucket, RI
I have many years of experience in regards to individual therapy, couple counseling, family counseling, substance abuse ...
PsychologyJul 6, 2026
The Type Of Dietary Fats That Damage Your Memory
A study shows that "good" or healthy fats and “bad” fats affect brain cells in different ways.
PsychologyJul 6, 2026
The public isn’t bored with economists, management scholars and sociologists but engaging people has conditions
A group of researchers examine the communication barriers impacting social science professionals’ credibility and how people make sense of their expertise.
PsychologyJul 6, 2026
Psychology says people who are good with numbers and love mathematics aren't only analytical thinkers: What this reveals?
Psychology says people who are good with numbers and love mathematics aren't limited to calculations or formulas. Psychology research shows that mathematical thinking is linked with logical reasoning, ...
PsychologyJul 5, 2026
Scientists may have finally found how Alzheimer's kills brain cells
Researchers have identified a previously overlooked mechanism of brain cell death that appears to play a major role in Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia. The finding could lead to new treatments aimed at…
PsychologyJul 5, 2026
10 Psychological Traits That Shape Your Heart Health (P)
The thoughts, feelings and coping styles that could be affecting your heart health.
PsychologyJul 5, 2026
The Science of Antidepressants Is Based On Totally Backward Facts
For 50 years scientists and the public alike have been completely wrong about the biological basis of depression.
PsychologyJul 5, 2026
Charlie was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Here’s how he tackled stigma and his feelings of shame | The Modern Mind
With the support of family and friends and regular psychiatric and psychological care, Charlie was determined to maintain a fulfilling and meaningful lifeThe modern mind is a column where experts discuss mental health…
PsychologyJul 5, 2026
Feeling stuck? Try ‘productivity snacking’
Whether you’re learning guitar or trying to get fit, short bursts of effort can work wondersYou could call it the tamest of mid-life crises, but as I turned 40 last year, I decided to devote myself to a long-neglected…
PsychologyJul 5, 2026
Don’t tell me it’s wrong to hold a grudge. I’m making the world a better place, one petty boycott at a time | Polly Hudson
Forgive and forget? I haven’t set foot in my local bakery since I was belittled by the woman behind the counter‘If your name’s not down, you’re not coming in” is a phrase with which celebrity party planner Fran Cutler…
PsychologyJul 4, 2026
Psychology says people who make playlists for specific moods aren’t just being organized, they may be regulating their emotions without realizing it
Curated music playlists are more than just mood boosters; they are sophisticated tools for emotion regulation. Psychology research reveals that actively selecting music to manage feelings, thoughts, ...
PsychologyJul 3, 2026
Drinking to cope with stress may permanently rewire your brain
Using alcohol to cope with stress when young may permanently alter the brain, making it harder to adapt to challenges and increasing the risk of returning to drinking later in life. Researchers also found signs of brain…
PsychologyJul 3, 2026
The Future Usually Feels Distant. This Experiment Made It Feel Real — And Motivation Followed (M)
We all make choices that hurt our future selves. Researchers tested a new way to change that.
PsychologyJul 3, 2026
The Everyday Plant That Reduces Depression Risk
Nature needs to be brought as close to people's daily lives as possible, even in the city.
PsychologyJul 3, 2026
Being human is hard, this pair of psychologists say. Could accepting we don’t have free will make it easier?
For Ross and Rachel Menzies, making peace with our smallness can help us navigate the challenges of human existenceRoss G Menzies is, by his own admission, “a very old man” by the standards of the human species. A…
PsychologyJul 3, 2026
New research challenges the idea that memories of childhood maltreatment can’t be trusted
A major new analysis of nearly 40,000 people finds memories of childhood abuse and neglect stay remarkably stable over time.
PsychologyJul 3, 2026
Having a bad hair day? Don’t worry. My research will help you understand the problem
Psychologists have spent years studying how we feel about our bodies. Now research is turning to a part of us most people obsess over daily, but rarely examine – our hair.
PsychologyJul 2, 2026
Civility requires the willingness to engage – a dispute with a neighbor revealed how much motivation matters
An ethicist who studies disagreement and civility assumed she could handle a neighborly dispute – until the neighbor refused to even interact with her.
PsychologyJul 2, 2026
The Surprising Changes In The Brains Of Children With Harsh Parents
A 10-year study reveals how harsh parenting may shape the way children respond to fear long into adolescence.
PsychologyJul 1, 2026
A Midlife Awakening: Seeing Things Anew in Our 50s and 60s
Posted July 1, 2026 | Reviewed by Gary Drevitch As I have coached clients in their struggles with siblings, I have found that many come to me in their 50s and 60s when they suddenly see themselves and their relationships…
PsychologyJul 1, 2026
Corporate Change and the Power of Founding Stories
Posted July 1, 2026 | Reviewed by Kaja Perina In his classic novel about the French Revolution, Charles Dickens wrote, “It was the best of times. It was the worst of times.” (1975). That same quote also applies to the…
PsychologyJul 1, 2026
Why Meaningful Coincidences Cluster During Life Changes
You think about someone you have not seen in years, and they call that afternoon. A stranger says exactly what you needed to hear during a difficult week. A chance encounter changes the direction of your career or…
PsychologyJul 1, 2026
Trade Screen Time for a Creative Hobby
Posted July 1, 2026 | Reviewed by Monica Vilhauer Ph.D. Last weekend on stage, I pretended to be a live and sentient pot of chili with my improv class during a show about finding love in quick-service restaurants. Lots…