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Psychology says people who check the time on their phone instead of wearing a watch may experience time cu

August 19, 2026 - 13:43

Psychology says people who check the time on their phone instead of wearing a watch may experience time cu

Recent observations in behavioral science suggest that the way we check the time might influence how we experience it. People who glance at their phone for the time often do so alongside other...

Gen Z Burnout Is a Workplace Story Not a Character Flaw

August 18, 2026 - 18:52

Gen Z Burnout Is a Workplace Story Not a Character Flaw

For years, the standard advice for young professionals was simple: work hard, say yes to everything, and push through exhaustion until you earn your place. Gen Z is rejecting that script, but not...

Are We in an Era of

August 17, 2026 - 04:36

Are We in an Era of "Joyless Decadence"?

There is a new phrase making the rounds in cultural commentary: `joyless decadence.` It is a poetic way to describe the quiet, creeping unhappiness that settles over lives that look, from the...

Actions tend to hurt more in the short term, but over a lifetime people often dwell more on the chances they never took — a classic psychological finding that has survived several modern replication attempts, even if the effect isn't universal.

August 15, 2026 - 20:59

Actions tend to hurt more in the short term, but over a lifetime people often dwell more on the chances they never took — a classic psychological finding that has survived several modern replication attempts, even if the effect isn't universal.

A classic idea in psychology says that in the short run, we regret the things we did more than the things we did not do. But looking back over a lifetime, the pattern flips: people tend to dwell...

How ADHD Stimulant Medications Really Work

August 14, 2026 - 04:58

How ADHD Stimulant Medications Really Work

For decades, doctors have prescribed stimulant medications for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, but the exact way these drugs improve focus has remained somewhat unclear. A recent wave of...

Is It Better to Have a Lot of Casual Friends or a Few Close Ones?

August 13, 2026 - 14:33

Is It Better to Have a Lot of Casual Friends or a Few Close Ones?

Friendships are integral to human health and well-being, yet we know very little about how people make friends. A new study from the University of Kansas suggests that the answer might depend on...

Palaces for the People

August 10, 2026 - 18:22

Palaces for the People

Every so often, a book arrives that seems to speak directly to the moment we are living in. Eric Klinenberg`s `Palaces for the People` is exactly that kind of work. It is not just a study of urban...

August 9, 2026 - 10:14

"Why Won't You Initiate Sex More?"

Some people complain that their partner rarely initiates sex. They wonder why their partner doesn`t initiate more. The better question might be, why are they so upset about this? For many couples,...

Elephant-Human Conflicts: Enabling Practical Coexistence

August 8, 2026 - 21:46

Elephant-Human Conflicts: Enabling Practical Coexistence

When a six-ton animal wanders into a village, the results can be devastating for both sides. Crops get destroyed, homes get damaged, and sometimes people get hurt. But the elephants also pay a...

I'm Not a President, but I Play One on TV

August 8, 2026 - 08:22

I'm Not a President, but I Play One on TV

It is easy to believe that celebrities, such as actors, have the qualities of their on-stage images. This inference, while often wrong, is as prevalent as it is concerning. The line between a...

APA again delays decision on Jewish psychologists’ bid for ethnic association status

August 7, 2026 - 21:10

APA again delays decision on Jewish psychologists’ bid for ethnic association status

The American Psychological Association has again delayed a decision on whether to grant formal recognition to the Association of Jewish Psychologists, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from...

Who Makes the Better Teacher: Humans or AI?

August 6, 2026 - 18:30

Who Makes the Better Teacher: Humans or AI?

A recent study on student teachers has added a fresh twist to the education technology debate. Instead of crowning a single winner, the research shows that AI and human mentors excel at different...

Neurodivergence, Autism, and Suicide

August 6, 2026 - 14:49

Neurodivergence, Autism, and Suicide

For years, suicide prevention has relied on a one-size-fits-all model. But that approach is failing a large group: neurodivergent individuals, including those with autism, ADHD, and other cognitive...

Could You Fall in Love With an AI Chatbot?

August 5, 2026 - 20:18

Could You Fall in Love With an AI Chatbot?

Romantic feelings for a chatbot used to sound like a plot from a sci-fi movie. Now, it is a real phenomenon with thousands of people reporting deep emotional attachments to AI companions....

We treat happiness as one thing, a good mood to maximise, but psychologists find it splits in two: the pleasant feeling of getting what you want, and the deeper sense that your life means something, and it is the second that lasts once the pleasure fades

August 4, 2026 - 19:50

We treat happiness as one thing, a good mood to maximise, but psychologists find it splits in two: the pleasant feeling of getting what you want, and the deeper sense that your life means something, and it is the second that lasts once the pleasure fades

We tend to talk about happiness as if it were a single, simple goal: a good mood to chase and hold onto. But psychologists are increasingly drawing a sharp line between two very different...

Farewell Romeo and Juliet. Is digital tech killing old-fashioned love?

August 4, 2026 - 11:03

Farewell Romeo and Juliet. Is digital tech killing old-fashioned love?

The rapid rise of dating apps and adult content platforms has reshaped how people connect, but experts are starting to ask a difficult question: is digital technology quietly destroying the idea of...

Professors, Pressure, and Perception

August 3, 2026 - 18:22

Professors, Pressure, and Perception

University and college instructors today face a relentless combination of teaching loads, research expectations, administrative duties, and student mentorship. The result is a system that often...

'Snacks' That Go Way Beyond Food

August 3, 2026 - 08:18

'Snacks' That Go Way Beyond Food

If you are stuck in the same old routine, it might be time to rethink what a snack really is. Forget the potato chips and the candy bars for a moment. There is a growing trend toward `snacks` that...

A Clinician's Field Guide to Vetting AI Mental Health Tools

August 2, 2026 - 23:02

A Clinician's Field Guide to Vetting AI Mental Health Tools

Clinicians are increasingly fielding questions from patients about AI-powered therapy bots, mood trackers, and crisis support tools. But the hype often outpaces the evidence. A new field guide...

Get What’s on the Inside Out

July 31, 2026 - 12:46

Get What’s on the Inside Out

If you aren`t expressing your creativity, your passions, or your true voice, you are actively suppressing them. That might sound dramatic, but think about it. When you push down the things that...

DBT for All: Making Mental Health Skills More Accessible

July 30, 2026 - 17:14

DBT for All: Making Mental Health Skills More Accessible

A new self-help book is aiming to make the powerful, evidence-based techniques of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) more accessible to people who may not have access to a therapist. The book,...

The Paradox of Cognitive Distortions in Clinical Training

July 29, 2026 - 22:10

The Paradox of Cognitive Distortions in Clinical Training

A growing body of research in clinical psychology has uncovered a troubling paradox: the very tools used to train therapists in cognitive behavioral therapy may inadvertently reinforce the...

Gender and Collecting

July 29, 2026 - 10:18

Gender and Collecting

A fresh look at why people collect things suggests that gender plays only a small role in shaping what we gather. The bigger picture, according to recent observations, is that collecting is a...

Why Story Intelligence Is a New Core Capability

July 28, 2026 - 18:22

Why Story Intelligence Is a New Core Capability

As artificial intelligence takes over data processing, pattern recognition, and even content generation, a different kind of human capability is emerging as essential. It is not technical coding or...

Teaching the Next Generation to Reject Misogyny

July 28, 2026 - 00:17

Teaching the Next Generation to Reject Misogyny

Misogyny is not something people are born with. It is learned, often in small, quiet ways through the jokes we laugh at, the roles we assign, and the comments we let slide. But if it can be learned...

Professors Learn Why Education Fails to Restrain Corruption

July 27, 2026 - 16:52

Professors Learn Why Education Fails to Restrain Corruption

A new study from university researchers suggests that even extensive education and ethics training may fail to curb tolerance for corruption when social norms are already broken. The findings...

In Memoriam: Isaac Prilleltensky

July 26, 2026 - 18:52

In Memoriam: Isaac Prilleltensky

The field of community psychology has lost one of its most influential voices. Isaac Prilleltensky, a towering figure in critical theory and the study of human well-being, passed away in May 2026....

Study Reveals Risks of Reclaimed Hate Speech

July 26, 2026 - 00:45

Study Reveals Risks of Reclaimed Hate Speech

Minority groups frequently attempt to reclaim offensive language as a means of empowerment. Yet, a recent study uncovers troubling consequences associated with this practice. Researchers found that...

When Life Gives You Lemons, Pull Over

July 24, 2026 - 08:04

When Life Gives You Lemons, Pull Over

A strange sight has been popping up on highways across the country: lemonade stands. Not the kind you see in suburban driveways, but actual roadside setups along busy interstates and rural two-lane...

The Inner Boss: Why Your Own Mind Is the Toughest Manager You Will Ever Face

July 23, 2026 - 23:59

The Inner Boss: Why Your Own Mind Is the Toughest Manager You Will Ever Face

The most demanding boss you will ever work for is not the one sitting in the corner office. It is the one installed in your head. This internal manager never takes a day off, never approves your...

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