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September 2, 2026 - 07:33
The psychology of why reading makes us smarter and happier, and why one half of that is firmer than the otherFor years, we have been told that reading is a kind of superfood for the brain. It sharpens our thinking, expands our vocabulary, and even makes us happier. But when you dig into the actual...
September 1, 2026 - 19:24
Psychology says parents who hang their kids’ awards, medals or paintings on the refrigerator may be doingMost parents are not neutral observers of their own children`s progress. When a kid brings home a finger-painted masterpiece or a spelling bee ribbon, the urge to tape it to the refrigerator door...
September 1, 2026 - 03:41
Why being truly understood feels so rare today: Psychology explains why people listen to reply, not to understandA person can have friends, family, colleagues and hundreds of online connections, yet still feel emotionally alone. Being understood requires something deeper than simply having someone nearby....
August 31, 2026 - 07:53
What We Get Wrong About Internalized HomophobiaExternal homophobia is easy to spot. It is the slur shouted from a passing car, the law that denies a family, the sermon that condemns a love. But the version that lives inside us is harder to name...
August 30, 2026 - 01:14
New psychology study reveals an intriguing shift in romantic partner comparisons over timeA fresh look at how partners measure themselves against each other suggests the habit may not be as harmful as once thought. New psychological research indicates that when couples compare their...
August 29, 2026 - 13:11
Psychology says people who struggle with guilt when leaving their pet alone aren't simply being irrational — separation anxiety toward companion animals is a documented human response, closely tied to how strongly we treat them as attachment figuresThat heavy feeling in your chest when you close the front door and see your dog`s face pressed against the window? It is not a sign of weakness or over-sensitivity. Psychologists now recognize that...
August 28, 2026 - 22:36
What Church Bells Taught Me About Our Relationship With TimeI spent a summer in a small Austrian village, and it took me about three days to realize I had stopped checking my phone for the time. Not because I had anywhere important to be, but because the...
August 28, 2026 - 15:26
The Return of Extreme ThinnessThe conversation around body image has shifted again, and this time the pendulum has swung to a place many thought we had left behind. Extreme thinness is showing up more in fashion campaigns, on...
August 27, 2026 - 20:17
Psychology Instructor Marks 26 Years at WiregrassFITZGERALD - For 26 years, Sherry Carroll has walked into her classroom at Wiregrass with the same goal: to make psychology something students actually want to think about, not just memorize....
August 27, 2026 - 06:13
Psychology says people who feel emotionally numb for long stretches aren't broken or cold — they're often people who felt too much for too long, and the nervous system eventually found the only exit it had leftrdFor years, we have been told that feeling nothing at all is a sign of something wrong. We label people who go numb as distant, cold, or even broken. But a growing body of psychological research...
August 26, 2026 - 18:40
Psychology says people who can't accept aging may be fighting more than wrinklesPeople who have a hard time accepting the aging process may not simply be worried about fine lines or sagging skin. According to psychology researchers, the resistance often runs much deeper than...
August 26, 2026 - 04:12
Psychology says late-night online shopping usually isn’t about wanting things — researchers find people spend most when they feel least in control of their lives, and the cart is a small territory where you decide everythingPsychologists are taking a closer look at the late-night online shopping habit, and the findings suggest it has very little to do with actually wanting the items. Researchers have found that people...
August 25, 2026 - 12:10
Frontiers | Partial substitution in the hidden curriculum of children’s media: a comparative corpus analysis of religion-oriented and general-educational Turkish public broadcastingThe study examines partial substitution in the hidden curriculum, meaning how certain values and emotional concepts replace others depending on the broadcast context. Researchers analyzed large...
August 24, 2026 - 17:38
2 ‘Gossipy’ Habits That Mean You’re Intelligent, By A PsychologistNew research is challenging the idea that gossiping is always a toxic or shallow behavior. A psychologist`s recent findings suggest that certain types of gossip are actually linked to higher social...
August 24, 2026 - 01:05
AI Avatars Seduced Me: A Therapist's Personal ExperienceI have spent years listening to clients worry about artificial intelligence taking over the therapy room. I have nodded along when they said it felt cold, robotic, or just plain wrong. But I never...
August 23, 2026 - 09:14
The Fight Over Who Gets to Control PsychedelicsAs the stigma around psychedelics fades, a new kind of scramble has begun. It is no longer just about whether these substances should be legal, but about who gets to define how they are used, who...
August 22, 2026 - 20:24
The No. 1 Mantra Most Intelligent People Swear ByPsychologists have long noticed that highly intelligent people often share a particular way of talking to themselves. It is not about raw IQ or memory. It is a simple mantra that reframes struggle:...
August 21, 2026 - 23:37
Can’t Get Along? Try Rejecting Free WillNo one freely chose their brain chemistry, their upbringing, or the genetic dice roll that shaped their temperament. That is the core argument gaining traction among a new wave of psychologists and...
August 20, 2026 - 01:49
Why older adults use dating apps differently than younger people, according to psychologyAsk a 25-year-old and a 65-year-old why they are on a dating app and you may get two very different answers. That is probably not surprising. What is less obvious is how deeply psychology explains...
August 19, 2026 - 01:30
Yes, Breathwork Works—Especially for TraumaFor years, people have debated whether breathing exercises are just a wellness fad or something with real medical value. The evidence has been building, and a fresh wave of studies now points to a...
August 17, 2026 - 03:14
AI and Subtractive InnovationThere is a quiet shift happening in how we think about innovation. For decades, the default move in tech was additive: more features, more screens, more data, more buttons. Every new tool promised...
August 15, 2026 - 19:36
The hidden psychology behind why a new haircut changes how you actThere is a moment, right after the stylist spins the chair around and you catch your reflection, when something shifts. It is not just the mirror that looks different. You stand a little taller,...
August 14, 2026 - 00:26
When Does a Quirk Become a Disorder? Culture MattersBehavioral diagnoses are not valid unless they take into account the social and cultural settings in which a person lives. That is the core argument emerging from a growing number of mental health...
August 11, 2026 - 04:04
How the Scent of Childhood Takes Root in the BrainNew research sheds light on why certain smells from our early years feel so powerful, even decades later. Scientists have found that positive scents experienced repeatedly during infancy can create...
August 9, 2026 - 12:46
Why Vaccine Hesitancy Is Unlikely to Go AwayPublic health officials have long hoped that better education and clearer messaging would eventually erode vaccine hesitancy. But new research suggests the problem runs deeper than misinformation...
August 8, 2026 - 13:56
5 Habits to Bring Lasting Happiness Into Your LifeMost people treat happiness like something that happens to them, like a sunny day or a lucky break. But the truth is, it is a skill you practice, not a prize you win. The difference between...
August 7, 2026 - 20:39
Loud DesperationThere is a new kind of desperation online, and it is loud. It is not the loudness of a protest or a concert, but the loudness of a thousand tiny pings, each one begging for a single glance. The...
August 7, 2026 - 00:07
In Managing AI, It’s All About Media PsychologyAs artificial intelligence continues to evolve, it is crucial to thoughtfully navigate its social implications. The conversation around AI often centers on technical capability, but experts argue...
August 6, 2026 - 01:22
"You're a Psychologist. You Know..."After three decades of clinical practice, I have lost count of how many times a conversation has started with those five words. `You`re a psychologist. You know...` And what follows is almost...
August 5, 2026 - 03:11
The Dread Comes Back Before the School Year DoesMost families are checking supply lists and picking out new sneakers. In our house, we are counting the weeks since the last flare-up. For parents of children with Neuroimmune Reactive Avoidance,...