Health

When You Don’t Know What You Don’t 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 – Here’s 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.

Is It Better to Sit or Stand All Day at Work?

For a while, it was believed that standing at work did wonders for your health. Now, scientists aren’t so sure.

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 your brain tricks you into feeling aroused, but it’s also a great way to 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.

5 Most Horrifying Ways to Go Blind

Some people are born without sight. Some lose it in horrifying accidents. Here are 5 of the worst ways to go blind.

Meet Herostratus: The OG of Overcompensating Criminals

Before people were committing crimes on the internet for clout, there was Herostratrus, the OG of overcompensation.

Weapons of Mass Consumption: The Covert Psychology Behind Neuromarketing

Are you sure you really want to buy a product or avail of a service? Or is it shady neuromarketing tactics telling you what to buy?

Do You Have Impostor Syndrome? Here’s How to Deal With It

Impostor syndrome affects as much as 82% of the population. Here’s how to deal with the feelings of inferiority and anxiety that are characteristic of the syndrome.