psychology

Taking care of our minds is an often neglected aspect of aging. What are we going to do about it?

The Indian philosopher had a lot to say.

The calorie is the basic unit of measure of food — and it might be off.

New research at Carnegie Mellon University suggests a game of musical chairs.

He reminds us that meaning is wherever we choose to look.

Elite organizations tend to get conspiracy theorists going.

Sisu is an ancient concept that is an integral part of Finland’s national character.

But we already knew that, didn’t we?

This is the psychology of why friendships (and marriages) fail.

Wanna lose weight? How does eating only pineapple and lamb chops sound? Maybe receiving all your sustenance through a feeding tube instead?

Big and strong? That’s not what makes an alpha male, says primatolgist Frans de Waal.

IF your goal is to persuade people, that is.

A recent study could help improve treatments for PTSD, anxiety and phobias.

Biographies, treatises and stories on the occult and its strange cast of characters.

The ancient Egyptians worshiped cats as gods. Cats have never forgotten this.

Primatologist Frans de Waal explains the primal instinct that unites humans and chimpanzees.

Modern notions about the Illuminati are the result of a satirical cult-classic book.

The Canadian professor’s old-school message is why many started listening to him.

A new study, led by psychologist Jean Twenge, points to the screen as the problem.

Rediscovering the principles of self-actualisation might be just the tonic that the modern world is crying out for.

The researchers call it a “competence downshift.”

Delving into the psychology of an uncommon joy.

This is the first study to explore not only what percentage of people in the general population choose to watch videos of graphic real-life violence, but also why.

Our egotism and self-confidence can sometimes spill-over to our loved ones.

A recent study used MRIs to study the changes in brain activity when trained method actors responded to questions in and out of character.

Perpetual worry doesn’t have to be your default mindset.

They say laughter is the best medicine; you might not be able to laugh a broken leg away, but it might help your depression.

Being on shaky financial footing is making Americans dumber.

How prone you are to boredom plays an unexpected role.

Here’s how to set clear expectations about household management.