April 27, 2026 - 23:22
The Illusion of Truth: Why Repeated Falsehoods Feel More BelievableA growing body of psychological research confirms a troubling cognitive bias: the more frequently we hear a claim, the more likely we are to accept it as true, even when it is demonstrably false....
April 26, 2026 - 21:34
Children Sense the Harm of AI, Yet Are Forced to Use It RegardlessArtificial intelligence has become deeply woven into the developmental stages where young minds are most malleable. As AI tools infiltrate classrooms, homework platforms, and social interactions, a...
April 22, 2026 - 04:15
More Us Than It: Why LLMs Are More Transference Than MachineThe dazzling capabilities of Large Language Models (LLMs) often lead us to view them as vast, objective databases or pure reasoning engines. However, a growing perspective suggests a more profound...
April 20, 2026 - 18:42
Psychology says people who don’t have a lot of good friends often want to reverse it, but just don’t know howNew psychological insights reveal that many adults who struggle to form meaningful friendships are not facing a lack of opportunity or desire, but a critical skills gap. The issue often lies not in...
April 17, 2026 - 19:43
Psychology Says the Hardest Year of Retirement Isn’t the First—It’s the Third. Here’s WhyThe initial phase of retirement is often painted as a period of adjustment, but new psychological insights reveal the true difficulty often arrives later. Experts now identify the third year of...
April 16, 2026 - 00:54
Why You Feel Empty After Achieving Your GoalsThat long-sought promotion is finally yours. You`ve crossed the finish line of the marathon or launched the passion project. Yet, instead of sustained joy, a hollow feeling creeps in. This common...
April 14, 2026 - 06:15
Photo Album: Psychology Research SymposiumStudents and faculty recently gathered for the annual Psychology Research Symposium, a cornerstone academic event showcasing original scholarly work. The symposium highlighted the depth of...
April 13, 2026 - 10:12
Psychology says people who grew up around emotional chaos often don’t realize they recreate chaos in their lives in subtle waysPsychology reveals a profound and often hidden truth: individuals raised in environments of emotional turmoil frequently unknowingly recreate similar patterns of chaos in their adulthood. The overt...
April 12, 2026 - 05:11
WOL: Corporate wrestling & the backward psychology of SmackDownThe narrative direction of WWE`s Friday night flagship continues to confound, presenting a form of corporate wrestling where traditional hero and villain dynamics are turned inside out. This past...
April 11, 2026 - 17:58
Not All “Plant-Based” Diets Are Equal for Brain HealthNew research provides a nuanced look at the connection between diet and dementia risk, emphasizing that not all plant-based food choices are equal for long-term brain health. A large-scale study...
April 11, 2026 - 06:35
Research Days slam winner highlights role of cortisol in healthA Nebraska psychology student has taken top honors at a major university research competition by challenging common perceptions of a key stress hormone. Max Lottes won the 2026 Student Research...
April 10, 2026 - 23:48
New Global Mental Health Master's Aims to Bridge Worldwide Care GapA groundbreaking new master`s degree program in the United Kingdom is taking direct aim at the profound shortage of mental health resources and expertise across the globe. With mental health...
April 10, 2026 - 04:02
Don't write off the social sciencesSociology and psychology are often mistakenly dismissed as `soft` sciences or viewed as vehicles for indoctrination. This perception undermines their significant value and intellectual rigor. These...
April 9, 2026 - 12:09
Maryland lawmakers target school psychologist shortage amid rising student needsState lawmakers are advancing a strategic solution to Maryland`s severe shortage of school psychologists, a crisis exacerbated by rising student mental health needs. The proposed legislation would...
April 8, 2026 - 19:37
Conversion Therapy Is Still Happening. Now, It's Protected.A recent decision by the U.S. Supreme Court has sent shockwaves through the mental health and LGBTQ+ advocacy communities, potentially jeopardizing state-level bans on conversion therapy. The...
April 8, 2026 - 12:02
Three Unseen Habits That Create Loneliness in RelationshipsIt’s a painful paradox: feeling alone while sharing your life with someone. Often, this loneliness isn`t born from malice or neglect, but from subtle, ingrained habits that slowly erode...
April 6, 2026 - 04:15
Can Martial Arts Training Make You a Better Person?The question of whether martial arts forge better individuals has been debated for centuries. Modern perspectives suggest that traditional dojo training offers profound lessons that extend far...
April 2, 2026 - 19:15
When Music Was Used to Deceive, Control, SurviveThe profound power of music, universally regarded as an expression of human beauty and emotion, was systematically perverted by the Nazi regime into a tool of psychological warfare and brutal...
April 1, 2026 - 19:26
Study Finds Link Between Social Media Habits and Personal HappinessNew research indicates that the relationship between social media use and emotional well-being is nuanced, heavily dependent on both the quantity and quality of online engagement. The findings...
April 1, 2026 - 14:35
Frontiers | Investigating employment anxiety among pre-service Chinese teachers in Taiwan, China: influencing factors and implicationsA new academic study investigates the significant employment anxiety experienced by pre-service Chinese language teachers in Taiwan. Conducted against a backdrop of global demand for Chinese...
March 31, 2026 - 03:07
**Finding Connection and Meaning in a Digital World**The digital age has transformed how we communicate, yet many report feeling more isolated than ever. In a landscape of curated profiles and fleeting interactions, the search for genuine social...
March 30, 2026 - 06:43
Most People Think Those Who Barely Post Anything On Social Media Are ‘Boring’ But Psychology Says Something DifferentA common assumption in our hyper-connected world is that those who rarely post on social media are simply boring or have nothing to share. However, psychological insights suggest a far different...
March 29, 2026 - 19:46
Psychology says people who prefer texting to phone calls aren't being antisocial - they're protecting the quality of their thinking from the demands of real-time performanceAt some point in the last decade, preferring to text became something people apologize for. A quick `sorry, I`m a terrible phone caller` is a common prelude to arranging plans. However,...
March 29, 2026 - 01:38
When Relationship Bonds Are Broken, What Remains?The profound disorientation following the end of a significant romantic partnership is a near-universal human experience. A new study offers a framework for understanding this transition, framing...
March 28, 2026 - 02:14
Frictionless: The Worst Relationship AdviceThe promise of a perfect, conflict-free relationship has long been a siren song, and now technology offers its answer: the AI companion. These digital partners are engineered to be perpetually...
March 27, 2026 - 16:02
What Cults Teach Us About the ManosphereA young man seeking straightforward advice on building confidence and navigating dating often stumbles into a far more complex digital ecosystem. What begins as a search for self-improvement can...
March 26, 2026 - 19:35
The Science Behind Social Media's Addictive PullFollowing recent legal rulings that have officially recognized the addictive nature of social media platforms, a critical conversation has intensified. Experts are now urgently examining the...
March 26, 2026 - 06:24
Sharper mind and body achieved in older adults with a fake supplement in just 3 weeksA compelling new study demonstrates that simply believing you are taking a beneficial supplement can trigger measurable improvements in both physical strength and cognitive function for older...
March 25, 2026 - 08:40
Frontiers | Translation, content validity, and preliminary psychometric validation of the Existential Distress Scale in a Spanish non-clinical populationResearchers have successfully translated and conducted a preliminary validation of the Existential Distress Scale (EDS) for use with the general Spanish-speaking population. The work marks a...
March 24, 2026 - 04:35
The Millennial Disappointment: When Life Had Other PlansMillennials entered adulthood buoyed by promises of prosperity, stability, and the inevitable rewards of hard work and higher education. They were, in essence, promised the world. Instead, the...