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Psychology
The Science of Lullabies: How Music Can Help Us Sleep
Science confirms that music can help us sleep. Here’s how to get the best results.
A Researcher Asked 19,000 People What Their Fetishes and Political Alignments Are
Submission and domination have always had sexual, as well as political, connotations. But this gives a whole new meaning to “eating the rich.”
The Science of Gossip: Evolution, Psychology, and (Mostly) Harmless Fun
Spilling the tea is an evolutionary adaptation. Here’s how to gossip responsibly to get the social benefits without hurting anyone.
The Unethical Experiments That Shaped Todayโs World
None of these experiments would make it past an ethics committee today, even if they did help make major leaps in their fields.
6 Real-Life Benefits of Optimism
Choosing optimism in the midst of a seemingly endless pandemic might sound insane, but it could be one of the healthiest choices you make.
Why Giving and Receiving Compliments Feel Great, According to Science
January 24th is national compliment day. Here’s why you should participate.
A No BS, Pocket Watch-Free Guide on How to Hypnotize Someone
Learn how to hypnotize someone the real way.
The Brain Benefits of Learning a New Language
Whether you learn French or Klingon, your brain will thank you for learning a new language.
Most New Yearโs Resolutions Don’t Survive January. Hereโs How to Change That
If you’re already feeling skeptical about those resolutions you made a couple of weeks ago, use these tips to keep you going.
What We Can Learn From the Worldโs Happiest Nations
What does it mean to be happy? The answer can differ from person to person: being surrounded by friends and family, doing meaningful work, listening to music that speaks to you โ the list is endless. But while we tend to think of happiness as something we experience individually and is studied by psychologists, thereโs […]
They’re Larping What Now?: The Strange Origins of the Sigma Male
Fans of the sigma male archetype don’t seem to realize that the term has its roots in a faulty study and queer fanfiction.
Enclothed Cognition: The Science of Dressing to Impress
Growing up, we’ve all been taught not to judge a book by its cover. Itโs one of those phrases that gets ingrained in you as you get older, along with โdonโt talk to strangersโ and โlook both ways before crossing the street.โ Unfortunately, unlike those latter examples, โdonโt judge a book by its coverโ isnโt […]
These 4 Signs Tell You When Someone Is Being Insincere โ But Is It Really Possible to Tell?
Everyone lies. Here’s how to figure out when they’re lying.
Can We Stop Pretending Weโre Self-Made Now?
Hard work and systemic issues aren’t mutually exclusive. A lot of us just got lucky and there’s nothing wrong with that.
When Your Boss Is a Bully: Warning Signs and What to Do
There’s “firm yet fair” and then there’s just straight-up bullying. Here are the signs that your boss is a bully and how you can stand up for yourself in the workplace.
Oldest, Middle, Youngest, and Only Child Syndrome: Does Your Family Make-up Determine Your Personality?
Your family dynamic can have a real influence on your personality. Are you affected by oldest, middle, youngest, or only child syndrome?
When You Donโt Know What You Donโt Know: The Dunning-Kruger Effect
Even the smartest people have blind spots. But the Dunning-Kruger effect can keep us from ever acknowledging or correcting them.
Cities Are Making Us Mentally Ill โ Hereโs Why
We often think of climate change when we consider the negative effects of urbanization. But research suggests city life is hurting us psychologically, too.
What Makes Fake News So Compelling?
Most people agree that fake news is bad. So why do so many of us still keep falling for the same old tricks?
What Is the Suspension Bridge Effect and Can It Improve Your Love Life?
The suspension bridge effect is a psychological phenomenon where the brain tricks you into feeling aroused. It can also bring a spark back to your love life.
Atelophobia: The Fear of Being Imperfect
Everyone wants to succeed and do their best in life, but the fear of imperfection, atelophobia, can make it difficult for people to even try in the first place.
A Little Bit Addicted: How Gacha Games Brought the Casino Experience to Your Phone
Gacha games dominated the Asian gaming scene for years. As gachas build global fanbases, many are left blindsided by the truth: They’re anime themed casinos.
Want Someone to Like You Back? Reciprocal Attraction Might Be Your Best Bet
Dating is a social hellscape. Don’t make it worse by missing out on this simple principle of attraction psychology.