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October 9, 2026 - 21:25
Psychologist reveals 'neurological' cause of Trump’s on-camera 'microsleep'President Donald Trump has repeatedly been caught on video appearing to doze off during meetings and public events, and one medical expert argues the explanation goes beyond simple fatigue....
October 9, 2026 - 01:11
Psychology Professors Raise Concerns About AI Dependence in StudentsPsychology professors are expressing growing concern that students` increasing reliance on artificial intelligence tools may be weakening essential cognitive and academic skills. In a recent...
October 8, 2026 - 15:57
Imitation Is How Children Learn More Than Just WordsWhen a toddler suddenly starts echoing a parent`s words, facial expressions or gestures, it can look like simple mimicry. Developmental psychology research, however, shows that imitation is closely...
October 7, 2026 - 21:42
Geisinger Excited About Teaching at SCCKate Geisinger has joined Southeastern Community College as a full-time psychology instructor, bringing with her a strong commitment to student learning and intellectual growth. Geisinger says her...
October 7, 2026 - 03:39
Associate professor of psychology brings evidence-based mental wellness support directly to college studentsKaileigh Byrne, Wallace R. Roy Distinguished Associate Professor of psychology in the College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences, has spent years studying how people make decisions under...
October 6, 2026 - 01:22
Inside the Mind: How SailGP Teams Handle Pressure and Build Winning CulturesThe human side of elite sailing takes center stage in the newest chapter of SailGP`s documentary series Racing on the Edge, created alongside Rolex. This installment shifts focus away from boat...
October 5, 2026 - 16:02
‘No Accountability, No Justice, and No Integrity’A bipartisan federal advisory committee has recommended that the U.S. Department of Education suspend its recognition of the American Psychological Association`s accrediting body, citing what...
October 4, 2026 - 17:27
Our Stone Age Minds Are Still EvolvingRecent genetic evidence suggests that our Stone Age brains have evolved since the Neolithic began, and that they are evolving now. For a long time, many researchers assumed that human cognition...
October 4, 2026 - 06:25
Why People Who Stop Seeking Approval Keep Quiet About These Personal ThingsPeople who have stopped chasing approval tend to share less about themselves, and the change is not about secrecy. It is about where the validation comes from. For them, the proof is in the...
October 3, 2026 - 18:25
The Psychology of Desire: Why a Cheap Pen Can Feel Like a Luxury ItemA basic Bic pen costs less than a quarter. A Hermes handbag can cost more than a car. On the surface, these two objects share nothing. Yet both can trigger the same psychological response in a...
October 3, 2026 - 14:38
Understanding How Video Games Shape Human BehaviorUMSL alum Nick Bowman returned to campus to explain how video games function as complex communication systems demanding cognitive, emotional and social engagement. His presentation focused on the...
October 2, 2026 - 18:14
Rethinking Wealth: Why Financial Knowledge Alone Is Not EnoughFinancial educator and investor Dr. Jatali Bellanton is challenging the way people think about money, success, and the decisions that shape long term stability. In a recent conversation, she...
October 2, 2026 - 12:39
Psychology organisations apologise for harm caused to MāoriAt an event in Wellington today, professional psychology organisations issued a formal apology to Maori for the harm caused by racism within the field of psychology. The apology, delivered during a...
October 1, 2026 - 20:17
Source Matters: Comparing Employee Reactions to Human, AI, and Hybrid Performance Feedback | Frontiers in PsychologyA new study compares anticipated reactions to identical performance feedback described as manager-written, AI-generated, or a combination of both, raising questions about how managers use AI in...
October 1, 2026 - 02:47
Why Sleeping Through Problems Does Not Solve ThemAfter an argument, someone may choose to sleep for a while and calm down. Another person may head to bed simply to escape a difficult conversation. There is an important difference between the two....
September 30, 2026 - 09:48
Why People Cling to Conspiracy Theories After Shocking EventsWhen dramatic events dominate the news cycle, a predictable pattern follows. Within hours of major incidents, claims emerge that the event was staged, faked, or orchestrated by hidden forces. These...
September 29, 2026 - 21:06
Why People Rewatch the Same Comfort Show, According to PsychologyA 2009 study by Jaye L. Derrick and colleagues linked favorite TV programs to reduced loneliness among viewers who felt lonely. Their Social Surrogacy Hypothesis points to a need for belonging, but...
September 29, 2026 - 03:52
Teresa Giudice Addresses Milania's Mental Health StrugglesTeresa Giudice is opening up about her daughter Milania`s current mental health challenges, confirming that the 20-year-old is dealing with what the family describes as significant psychological...
September 28, 2026 - 15:07
Why So Many People Feel Completely Drained Right NowA psychologist has offered an explanation for the widespread exhaustion many people are reporting, and the reasoning is surprisingly straightforward. Naomi Holdt, a psychologist and speaker,...
September 27, 2026 - 19:28
BC Receives $4.3 Million Grant To Integrate Humanities Into Psychotherapy TrainingBoston College has secured a $4.3 million grant from the Kern Family Foundation to support a three-year initiative called `Awakening Psychology`s Moral Imagination.` The project will be run by the...
September 27, 2026 - 05:06
The Psychological Cost of Chasing AI Innovation in the WorkplaceThe race to keep pace with AI is testing executives` resilience, forcing them to rethink how they manage expectations, uncertainty, and their own well-being. Business leaders across industries are...
September 26, 2026 - 21:31
A Psychologist's Simple Trick for a Better MorningMost people wake up and immediately hand control of their day to someone else. The phone buzzes, messages pile up, and the first thoughts are about obligations rather than personal intention....
September 26, 2026 - 00:07
A Six-Word Phrase That Helps Upset Kids More Than "Calm Down"There`s a better way to help kids regulate their emotions. When a child is overwhelmed, the instinct for many adults is to say `calm down.` A child psychologist suggests that this common response...
September 25, 2026 - 08:21
Why Setting Limits Matters More Than Being the "Cool" ParentParents may worry that saying `no` too often will damage trust or make them seem controlling. But developmental psychology suggests that children need both warmth and structure. The idea of the...
September 24, 2026 - 22:44
Using Humor to Cope With Depression Has LimitsComedian Robin Williams once said that every time you get depressed, comedy will be there to drag you out of it. But does humor really help? A researcher from SWPS University investigated the...
September 24, 2026 - 03:16
Mental Flexibility Beats Willpower For Long Term GoalsPsychologists are now finding that mental flexibility, not pushing through at all costs, is the real key to perseverance. For years, popular advice treated willpower like a muscle that simply...
September 23, 2026 - 00:34
Early Trauma Tied to Unhealthy Choices in Teen YearsYoung people who endure traumatic events in childhood may face a higher chance of adopting harmful habits as they move through their teenage years. Research points to a clear connection between...
September 22, 2026 - 00:20
Machine Learning Model Identifies Psychological Resilience Levels in Health Care Workers With 75 Percent AccuracyA study published in Discover Artificial Intelligence used logistic regression, random forest and support vector machine (SVM) to classify health care workers according to their level of...
September 21, 2026 - 19:38
Wilkes University Adds 13 New Faculty Members Across Three CollegesWilkes University has added 13 new faculty members to its ranks for the fall semester, strengthening programs across three of its colleges. The hires span the Bing K. Wong College of Arts and...
September 21, 2026 - 12:48
What Causes Sleep Talking and When Should You WorrySleep talking, known medically as somniloquy, is a common phenomenon that affects both children and adults. A sleep psychologist explains that this behavior occurs when the brain partially wakes...