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August 17, 2026 - 15:10
The Hidden Strength Behind the Door-Checking HabitIf you have ever walked back to the front door just to make sure it is actually locked, even though you clearly remember turning the key, you might have called yourself anxious or scatterbrained....
August 16, 2026 - 23:20
Psychology says people who never leave dishes in the sink overnight aren’t necessarily obsessed with cleanMost people have seen the sink full of plates and decided to deal with it in the morning. But for others, leaving a single mug or spoon overnight feels like a small failure. Psychologists suggest...
August 16, 2026 - 16:13
The No. 1 Hobby Most Highly Intelligent People Have, By A PsychologistFor years, the stereotype of the highly intelligent person has involved chess boards, complex puzzles, or deep philosophical debates. But according to a psychologist`s recent analysis, the hobby...
August 15, 2026 - 17:14
Naked Truth: Can Group Nudity Actually Heal Body Image?For decades, the path to loving your body has been paved with affirmations, therapy, and the slow work of unlearning media-driven ideals. But a growing number of people are taking a more radical...
August 14, 2026 - 01:11
The Quiet Earthquake: Why a Child Leaving Home Can Shake a Parent's Core IdentityThe phrase `empty nest syndrome` has long been a staple of popular culture and self-help literature, yet its casual usage frequently trivializes what is, in reality, a deeply jarring structural...
August 13, 2026 - 06:05
Quote of the day by Reese Witherspoon, 'Lord knows, every day is not a success, every year is not a succesReese Witherspoon offered a grounded perspective on success with her latest quote of the day, reminding fans that a meaningful life is not about a flawless list of achievements. The actress and...
August 12, 2026 - 19:15
2026 Asian Conference on Applied Psychology (ACAP2026) Concludes Successfully, Empowering the Next Generation of Psychology ResearchersThe 2026 Asian Conference on Applied Psychology, held recently in Singapore, has drawn to a successful close. The event gathered 165 authors representing 16 different countries, creating a truly...
August 12, 2026 - 12:56
When the psychology of leaders goes macroFor decades, mainstream economics treated national leaders as interchangeable parts. The assumption was simple: policy followed rules, and rules were set by institutions, not by the personality of...
August 11, 2026 - 17:26
In Botswana, conservation biologists spent years painting enormous fake eyes onto the backsides of over two thousand cattle, betting on a simple piece of predator psychology — that a lion who thinks it's been spotted usually abandons the huntA long-running experiment in Botswana has turned a simple trick of the eye into a powerful tool for protecting livestock. Conservation biologists spent years painting large, realistic eyes on the...
August 10, 2026 - 22:47
Psychology says middle children who become the family switchboard aren't born peacemakers — being useful was the only seat left at the tablePsychology has long painted middle children as the negotiators of the family, the ones who smooth over fights and keep everyone connected. But new research suggests that label is less about an...
August 10, 2026 - 13:50
Mike King Brings The Psychology Of Cults To AustraliaMike King is bringing his acclaimed presentation, The Psychology Of Cults, to Australian audiences in December 2026. The tour will hit six cities, starting in Perth before moving through Melbourne,...
August 9, 2026 - 17:36
Psychology says people often remember the ending of an experience more than the middlePsychologists have long noted a quirk in how human memory works: people tend to remember the final moments of an experience far more vividly than the long, uneventful stretch that came before it....
August 9, 2026 - 02:40
Psychology says the person who appears totally fine after a devastating loss and the person who falls apart are not as different as you'd think, and the truly resilient one is rarely who you'd guess.Psychologists who study grief have long noticed a strange pattern. The friend who cries for weeks, cancels plans, and talks about the deceased constantly is often seen as fragile. The one who...
August 8, 2026 - 03:59
Psychology professor is building better treatments for schizophreniaFor most people, the word schizophrenia brings to mind hallucinations or delusions. But for Gregory Strauss, a psychology professor at the University of Georgia, the real puzzle lies in the quieter...
August 6, 2026 - 20:53
Essentia Health Welcomes Sleep PsychologistDetroit Lakes, MN - The Essentia Health St. Mary`s-Detroit Lakes Clinic has expanded its services with the addition of a licensed sleep psychologist. The new specialist will work with patients who...
August 6, 2026 - 06:10
The psychology of preventing crime through environmental designCities are not just collections of buildings and streets. They are psychological landscapes that shape how people feel, act, and interact. This idea sits at the core of a growing movement in urban...
August 5, 2026 - 17:43
Bishop’s University Psychology Clinic offers 60 low-cost therapy spots in LennoxvilleThe Bishop`s University Psychology Clinic in Lennoxville still has room for about 60 people seeking individual psychotherapy this fall. Sessions are held in person, offered in either English or...
August 4, 2026 - 21:26
Why some 'arousal' at work is actually good for employee performanceFor decades, the word `arousal` in a workplace context has carried a heavy, often negative weight. Managers picture frazzled employees, burnout, and constant panic. But a century-old principle in...
August 4, 2026 - 01:32
UCF student sounds the alarm that School Psychologist training program lost accreditationA University of Central Florida student is speaking out after discovering that the school`s School Psychologist training program has lost its national accreditation. The student, who asked to...
August 3, 2026 - 13:57
Chores or no chores? The economic psychology of giving kids pocket moneyParents have long debated whether to pay children for doing household tasks. Some see it as a practical way to teach the value of work. Others worry it might turn kids into small mercenaries who...
August 2, 2026 - 23:20
How five psychological traits predict a person’s breaking pointPsychologists have long struggled with a simple question: why do some people bend under pressure while others seem to hold steady? A new framework suggests the answer lies in five distinct...
August 1, 2026 - 19:59
Why You Check the Weather App and Still Look OutsideYou check the forecast on your phone, see a clear sky icon, and then you still lean over to peer through the window. It feels like a small, irrational habit. But psychology suggests this isn`t a...
August 1, 2026 - 08:08
How 'On the Psychology of Military Incompetence' Predicted Hegseth's Iran DebacleA dusty volume from the 1980s is suddenly getting a lot of attention. `On the Psychology of Military Incompetence` by Norman Dixon was written long before the current Pentagon leadership took...
July 31, 2026 - 17:26
PaperHouse Theatre’s ‘Reverse Psychology’ Proves Devilishly RidiculousPaperHouse Theatre has made a clever choice with its latest production, skipping the more famous works of Charles Ludlam and instead digging into the lesser-known gem `Reverse Psychology.` The show...
July 31, 2026 - 02:09
Is a Psychology Degree Worth It? Cost, Career Opportunities, and Long-Term ROIFor years, the psychology degree has been one of the most popular undergraduate choices in the United States. But with rising tuition and a competitive job market, many students are asking a tough...
July 30, 2026 - 16:33
Fantasia Review: Black Zombie Explores the Psychology, Spirituality, and Heritage of a Horror TouchstoneMaya Annik Bedward`s `Black Zombie` does more than just take back the zombie from the automatic panic George A. Romero`s `Night of the Living Dead` set off. It works to reclaim Vodou itself from...
July 29, 2026 - 23:48
UH psychologist receives NIH grant to evaluate remote parenting program for premature infantsA psychologist at the University of Houston has been awarded a $2.8 million grant from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. The funding will support the first randomized...
July 29, 2026 - 02:07
Program an ‘equalizer’ for students seeking a career in psychologyA new initiative called ROADMAP is helping undergraduate students find their footing in the competitive field of psychology by providing hands-on research experience and direct mentorship. The...
July 28, 2026 - 10:13
What Can Be Done for Children With Psychopathic TraitsFor years, the term `psychopath` has been used almost exclusively to describe dangerous adults. But a growing body of research shows that the traits associated with this condition, such as a lack...
July 27, 2026 - 22:44
The case for having an imperfect memoryWhat if today`s `total recall` technology is building a memory system we do not actually need or benefit from? In an age where smartphones, cloud storage, and AI assistants record every meeting,...