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Shifting Blame to Tech Giants for Addiction Misses the Mark

March 30, 2026 - 15:59

Shifting Blame to Tech Giants for Addiction Misses the Mark

The growing movement to hold major technology corporations like Meta and Google legally responsible for user addiction fundamentally misplaces accountability. This approach, while stemming from...

Dogs, Cats, and Other Nonhumans Are Not 'Just Animals'

March 28, 2026 - 23:11

Dogs, Cats, and Other Nonhumans Are Not 'Just Animals'

A growing chorus of voices is challenging the outdated notion that dogs, cats, and other creatures are merely animals, arguing this perspective severely undervalues their profound role in human...

Ability to remain positive during conflict associated with better overall mental health in young children

March 28, 2026 - 01:58

Ability to remain positive during conflict associated with better overall mental health in young children

A new study reveals that a young child`s ability to stay positive during stressful family conflicts is a significant marker of resilience and is strongly associated with better overall mental...

Will Sex Robots Be a Big Problem? Maybe

March 27, 2026 - 05:42

Will Sex Robots Be a Big Problem? Maybe

The emergence of sophisticated companion robots, often dubbed sex robots, sparks intense ethical and social debate. While many fear these technologies could exacerbate loneliness, objectification,...

3 Signs You’re More Charismatic Than You Think, By A Psychologist

March 26, 2026 - 13:30

3 Signs You’re More Charismatic Than You Think, By A Psychologist

You may not think of yourself as someone with charisma. And that, in itself, might be the biggest sign that you possess the trait. True charisma is often not about being the loudest in the room,...

Frontiers | Active ageing in the digital era: digital literacy, social networks, and mental health among older adults in China

March 25, 2026 - 12:36

Frontiers | Active ageing in the digital era: digital literacy, social networks, and mental health among older adults in China

In the context of rapid population ageing and the global pursuit of good health and wellbeing, understanding how older adults navigate the digital world is becoming crucial. Recent research...

Frontiers | The role of positive affect in the relationship between neuroticism, self-esteem, and emotional clarity in adolescents

March 24, 2026 - 10:18

Frontiers | The role of positive affect in the relationship between neuroticism, self-esteem, and emotional clarity in adolescents

A new study explores how positive feelings might act as a buffer for adolescents with high neuroticism, potentially improving their self-esteem and emotional clarity. The research investigates the...

Functionality Appreciation Among Teens With Eating Disorders

March 23, 2026 - 20:26

Functionality Appreciation Among Teens With Eating Disorders

A new study is exploring the powerful concept of `functionality appreciation`—the ability to value what one`s body can do—as a potential protective factor for teenagers undergoing treatment for...

Psychology says people with true class don't perform kindness for an audience - they're kind in parking lots, grocery stores, and phone calls with customer service because their character doesn't change based on who's watching

March 23, 2026 - 16:00

Psychology says people with true class don't perform kindness for an audience - they're kind in parking lots, grocery stores, and phone calls with customer service because their character doesn't change based on who's watching

A recent exploration into the psychology of character reveals a compelling distinction between performative virtue and genuine class. True class, it suggests, is not displayed for an audience but...

The Quiet Strength: Ten Overlooked Traits of Low-Key Individuals

March 22, 2026 - 21:41

The Quiet Strength: Ten Overlooked Traits of Low-Key Individuals

In a world that often equates volume with vitality, those who prefer serene settings are frequently misunderstood. Contrary to the assumption that they are disengaged or low-energy, psychology...

Why Politics Makes Us Dumber

March 21, 2026 - 00:35

Why Politics Makes Us Dumber

The intense polarization of modern politics does more than create social divides; it actively impairs our ability to think clearly. Experts point to a troubling phenomenon where partisan identity...

What the Happiest Countries Do Differently

March 20, 2026 - 02:38

What the Happiest Countries Do Differently

The annual World Happiness Report consistently reveals that certain nations, often Nordic countries like Finland and Denmark, top the global charts for citizen well-being. This pattern prompts a...

Psychology Professor Yun Garrison Receives YWCA Leadership Award for Community Healing Work

March 19, 2026 - 10:57

Psychology Professor Yun Garrison Receives YWCA Leadership Award for Community Healing Work

Assistant Professor of Psychology Yun Garrison was presented with the prestigious YWCA Lee Young Leadership Award on March 8th. The ceremony, held at the Hilton Garden Inn, recognized Garrison`s...

New psychology research reveals the cognitive cost of smartphone notifications

March 18, 2026 - 22:24

New psychology research reveals the cognitive cost of smartphone notifications

New psychology research reveals the high cognitive price of smartphone notifications. A recent study provides compelling evidence that a single pop-up alert can derail a person`s mental focus for a...

Frontiers | Passive and active screen time relate differently to attention in preschool children

March 18, 2026 - 11:52

Frontiers | Passive and active screen time relate differently to attention in preschool children

New research delves into the nuanced relationship between screen time and attention skills in preschool children, revealing a critical distinction between content types. The study suggests that...

The Erasure That Altered Who

March 17, 2026 - 21:53

The Erasure That Altered Who "Counts" as Autistic

A quiet erasure from medical history has profoundly shaped who society believes `counts` as autistic. For decades, the narrative suggested that articulate, intellectually gifted autistic people...

Babies Learn the Art of Deception Before Their First Birthday

March 17, 2026 - 16:24

Babies Learn the Art of Deception Before Their First Birthday

New research reveals that the seeds of deception are sown far earlier than previously imagined, with babies demonstrating the capacity for tactical trickery well before they can even speak. Studies...

Finding Unexpected Fulfillment in a Fading Field

March 16, 2026 - 20:22

Finding Unexpected Fulfillment in a Fading Field

In an era dominated by quick-fix therapies and digital wellness apps, classical psychoanalysis stands as a deliberate counter-culture. Once the pinnacle of psychiatric treatment, its methods are...

Another Holiday Dinner, Another Political Meltdown?

March 13, 2026 - 21:12

Another Holiday Dinner, Another Political Meltdown?

As the holiday season approaches, many anticipate festive gatherings with a side of familial warmth and, increasingly, a dose of political anxiety. The potential for a heated debate over the dinner...

Resilience, Quitting, and Sustainable Performance

March 13, 2026 - 10:50

Resilience, Quitting, and Sustainable Performance

The path of an elite athlete is often seen as a relentless push toward a single peak. However, the story of two-time U.S. figure skating champion Alysa Liu illuminates a more nuanced reality. Her...

10-second trick to spot liars, according to a psychopathy researcher

March 12, 2026 - 18:11

10-second trick to spot liars, according to a psychopathy researcher

In the complex world of human interaction, discerning truth from falsehood can feel daunting. However, new insight from the study of dark personalities offers a surprisingly swift technique....

Why the Most Productive Thing You Can Do Is Pause

March 12, 2026 - 07:38

Why the Most Productive Thing You Can Do Is Pause

In a culture that glorifies constant hustle, the idea of stopping work can feel like a transgression. However, mounting evidence suggests that the most productive action you can take is often to...

You Can Still Improve as You Age—With the Right Mindset

March 11, 2026 - 23:19

You Can Still Improve as You Age—With the Right Mindset

New research is fundamentally challenging the long-held belief that significant cognitive and physical decline is an inevitable part of aging. Scientists are increasingly finding that the brain and...

Reviving the Original Meaning of Borderline

March 11, 2026 - 05:13

Reviving the Original Meaning of Borderline

For decades, the diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) has carried significant clinical weight and profound social stigma. Now, a growing body of research spanning years is challenging...

The Psychology of Watching Strangers on Social Media

March 10, 2026 - 04:08

The Psychology of Watching Strangers on Social Media

The compulsion to scroll through the lives of distant acquaintances or complete strangers on social media is a modern behavioral phenomenon. Psychologists note this activity taps into fundamental...

The Self-Taught Mind: How Curiosity Forges a Different Kind of Problem-Solver

March 9, 2026 - 14:15

The Self-Taught Mind: How Curiosity Forges a Different Kind of Problem-Solver

Formal education provides a structured path to knowledge, but a growing understanding in psychology suggests that those who educate themselves through relentless reading and curiosity develop a...

The Intimate Frontier: AI Enters Our Homes in Physical Form

March 8, 2026 - 18:31

The Intimate Frontier: AI Enters Our Homes in Physical Form

The next wave of artificial intelligence isn`t confined to screens or speakers; it`s gaining a physical presence. As AI moves into our domestic spheres through local, embodied robots, the central...

When Is a Personality Disorder Not a Personality Disorder?

March 8, 2026 - 03:52

When Is a Personality Disorder Not a Personality Disorder?

The system used to diagnose personality disorders, a cornerstone of modern psychiatry, may be built on a fundamentally flawed premise. New research is calling into question the very framework that...

The Best Cure for Shyness

March 6, 2026 - 22:02

The Best Cure for Shyness

For those who feel their heart race at the thought of social interaction, a surprising and powerful remedy may be found not in a therapist`s office, but on the stage. New perspectives suggest that...

The Psychology Behind Women Supporting Women in the Workplace

March 6, 2026 - 05:00

The Psychology Behind Women Supporting Women in the Workplace

A fascinating dynamic plays out in offices everywhere: some women actively champion their female colleagues, while others seem hesitant to offer support. This divergence isn`t merely a matter of...

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