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June 17, 2026 - 05:20
Fathers of Daughters Invest DifferentlyMy father was a conservative man who championed powerful women. Turns out, the data backs him up - and explains why daughters make men better at almost everything. A growing body of research...
June 16, 2026 - 18:23
How Emphasizing Followership Can Combat Leader NarcissismFor decades, leadership training has focused almost exclusively on the person at the top. Traits, charisma, and decision-making styles dominate the curriculum. But a growing body of research...
June 16, 2026 - 09:52
What VHS Rewind Time Reveals About Screen TimeA broken VCR, a stack of Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen tapes, and one bored 11-year-old. That was the setup for an unexpected lesson in modern parenting. The machine could still play, but the rewind...
June 15, 2026 - 22:01
Why Grown-Ups Still Love StickersIt sounds childish, but adults are buying and using stickers more than ever. The tiny adhesive rewards that once decorated a kindergarten chart have found a second life in planners, laptops, water...
June 15, 2026 - 01:48
3 Uplifting Commencement Speeches That Helped SocietyIn a world often defined by political division and social unrest, the right words at the right moment can feel like a lifeline. Commencement speeches, traditionally a send-off for graduates, have...
June 14, 2026 - 16:06
The Ambition Trap: Why Skilled People Often Choose SilenceA new analysis of workplace dynamics in medicine and science reveals a troubling pattern: highly talented trainees frequently remain silent about exploitation and mistreatment. The reason is not...
June 13, 2026 - 18:17
Beyond Either-Or Mindsets: Lessons for the Hybrid EraPutting two things together only creates potential. The real power comes from the ability to harness the best of both worlds. That is the core of hybrid intelligence, and it is becoming a vital...
June 13, 2026 - 16:16
You probably think you’re a really open-minded person, but the real thing raises your death anxietyTo quote the famous Jack Nicholson line from `A Few Good Men,` you can`t handle the truth. A growing body of psychological research suggests that while most people pride themselves on being...
June 12, 2026 - 18:25
If We Could Talk to the AnimalsNew research is challenging long-held assumptions about how animals communicate, suggesting that the clicks, chirps, and calls of creatures like whales and birds may be far more complex than...
June 12, 2026 - 03:07
Dark Tetrad: A Set of Traits and a Relational StrategyA growing body of research is examining the Dark Tetrad, a set of four socially aversive personality traits: narcissism, Machiavellianism, psychopathy, and everyday sadism. While these traits are...
June 10, 2026 - 18:53
What Makes Couples Happy, According to ResearchFor years, popular wisdom has insisted that happy couples share the same hobbies, values, and even personalities. But a growing body of research suggests that actual similarity between partners is...
June 10, 2026 - 14:38
The Hidden History of Numbers That Rule Our Eating and ExerciseFor centuries, humans ate when hungry and moved when necessary. Today, we track steps, count calories, monitor macros, and measure heart rate zones. How did numbers take over our most basic...
June 9, 2026 - 21:21
The Empirical Record on Conflict at WorkConflict at work is often treated like a dirty secret, something to be smoothed over or avoided entirely. But decades of empirical research tell a different story. The data shows that conflict is...
June 9, 2026 - 03:52
Are Older People Really Happier Than Younger People?Survey after survey points to a paradox: as physical health declines and social circles shrink, older adults consistently report higher levels of happiness than their younger counterparts. But a...
June 7, 2026 - 17:38
When Brains Sync: Positively Shaping Child DevelopmentA new study suggests that when families put down their phones and truly engage with each other, something remarkable happens inside their brains. Researchers have found that positive, face-to-face...
June 6, 2026 - 14:31
The Courage to Disagree With ConsensusMost people don`t question consensus. Not because they lack the ability, but because agreeing feels safer than standing apart. There is a deep social comfort in nodding along, in letting the...
June 5, 2026 - 20:37
The Doppelgänger: Social Media and the Mr. Hyde EffectSocial media offers a troubling opportunity for many users to craft toxic, monstrous versions of themselves online. This phenomenon, often described as the `Mr. Hyde effect,` suggests that the...
June 5, 2026 - 02:39
Thinking Fast, Slow, and Not at AllThe modern mind is caught in a strange paradox. We have more information at our fingertips than any generation before us, yet our capacity for deliberate thought seems to be shrinking. The problem...
June 3, 2026 - 11:28
5 Things Not to Say About Weight (and What to Say Instead)Talking about weight with others may seem like a harmless topic, but you never know what someone has been through or how your words can affect their health and well-being. Even well-meaning...
June 2, 2026 - 18:20
Midlife sleep problems affect long-term psychological well-being in womenA forthcoming study set to be presented at the SLEEP 2026 annual meeting has uncovered a significant connection between sleep quality in middle age and long-term psychological health. Researchers...
June 2, 2026 - 08:49
Why We Miss the Risks That Actually Reach UsA recent flood that submerged a major city was not caused by the flood itself. It was caused by three separate failures that lined up in just the wrong order. A levee that was not maintained. A...
June 1, 2026 - 18:40
When Stress Gets Under the SkinIt is well known that stress takes a toll on mental health, but its effects on the body are just as real. New research highlights a direct biological link between psychological pressure and...
May 31, 2026 - 21:45
When a Neighborhood Bears Wounds That Never HealA neighborhood can carry trauma long before anyone names it. The boarded-up buildings, the constant sirens, the absence of green space, the memory of a shooting on the corner where kids now wait...
May 30, 2026 - 18:24
How AI Companions Affect Attachment and Sexual ConnectionAs artificial intelligence grows more sophisticated, a quiet revolution is unfolding in how people seek connection. Millions now turn to AI companions for conversation, emotional support, and even...
May 29, 2026 - 20:18
Do Misogynous Media Messages Matter?A new wave of research is forcing a difficult conversation about the impact of misogynistic content in movies, music, and online platforms. The question is no longer whether these messages exist,...
May 29, 2026 - 01:31
What if Your Food Cravings Are More Than Habit?The idea that certain foods can trigger an addictive response has been debated for years. Skeptics have often dismissed it as a lack of willpower or simple habit. But recent findings involving...
May 27, 2026 - 00:34
AI and the Slope of CognitionA growing number of researchers suggest that artificial intelligence is not just a tool for faster calculations or better search results. It may be quietly altering the very shape of human...
May 26, 2026 - 03:37
Could That Ghostly Feeling Actually Be Your Pipes?The uneasy feeling you get in a creepy old building may not be the result of a supernatural presence, but of infrasound. Researchers have found that low-frequency sound waves, often produced by...
May 24, 2026 - 07:39
Digital platform significantly reduces distress among children of divorceEvery year, thousands of Danish children face the upheaval of their parents separating. For many, this life change leaves deep marks on their daily well-being and emotional health. A new study now...
May 23, 2026 - 17:45
A breakdown of the Game 2 psychology between the Canadiens and HurricanesThe Carolina Hurricanes have a specific set of psychological hurdles to clear heading into Game 2, and while less urgent, the Montreal Canadiens have their own mental work to do. For the Hurricanes...