psychology
Talking to yourself seems to yield real benefits, from boosts in cognitive performance to improved emotional regulation.
Is science destined to crack the code of consciousness—and how would we even go about it?
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The recipe for a perfect date night: a rom-com, a bowl of popcorn, and a syringe of testosterone — at least for gerbils, anyway.
Fluphenazine, once used to treat schizophrenia, is capable of blocking a compound connected to chronic pain.
Americans are more willing to put the greater good above their own interests today than in the 1950s.
From politics to culture, we blame “tribalism” for humanity’s problems. This explanation is entirely wrong.
When you hold yourself financially accountable, you’re likely to gain more than just some extra money.
Instead of liberation, the sexual revolution has led some people, particularly men, to be addicted to porn.
Our inaugural special issue is focused on progress — the search for, the study of, and the project towards a better world.
If you want to escape the negativity, head to Kazakhstan.
Literature’s first utopia shows how far we’ve come.
For decades, the Communist Party of China has relied on reeducation camps to reform “parasites” and persuade people to support the communist cause.
When you don’t know what you’re looking for, it’s easier to miss it.
Perfectionism is on the rise, and its consequences for mental health can be devastating. The Japanese philosophy of “wabi sabi” can help.
Just a small gesture or a thoughtful comment can often alter a situation, or people’s perceptions of it, in ways that relieve tensions and make them feel appreciated and included.
Think you should speak about 40% of the time in conversation? How about 70%?
Creativity and achievement require balancing hard work with the restful power of calm.
Turning away is a natural response.
Our concept of “failure” is way too narrow.
Why, exactly, don’t you trust that person’s opinion?
Queen Elizabeth II has died. How is this loss different from that of a loved one?
Each of us carries our own version of the Multiverse in our heads.
Not all stress is created equal.
Athletes often use creatine to boost performance and aid muscle recovery. Accumulating evidence suggests it could also help with depression.
For many people, a challenge to their worldview feels like an attack on their personal identity.
Colors can influence your emotions and behaviors, but “color psychology” yields no real insight into your personality.
Not every “expert” has the expertise to back up their argument.
Today’s young people are intelligent and kind, but they are overworked and burned out.
Dogs are seen as more likely to leap without looking – possibly a trait shared with their owners.