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June 29, 2026 - 17:36
American Psychological Association warns against AI therapyThe American Psychological Association has issued a formal warning about the use of artificial intelligence in mental health treatment. The organization points to significant risks including the...
June 29, 2026 - 13:29
Psychology says people who choose not to have children aren't necessarily self-centered, they may simply bA growing body of psychological research is pushing back against the long-held assumption that adults who choose not to have children are simply self-centered. New findings suggest that the...
June 28, 2026 - 17:16
Psychology says people who shop at thrift stores despite having money aren't just saving cash, they may vaA growing number of shoppers with disposable income are choosing secondhand fashion, and psychology suggests it is about much more than saving a few dollars. While bargain hunting remains a perk,...
June 28, 2026 - 12:34
The Checkout Line: A Living Laboratory of Human NaturePhilosophy Jane examines how the humble grocery checkout line reveals more about human psychology than any controlled experiment ever could. In her latest reflection, she argues that waiting in...
June 27, 2026 - 22:24
3 Key Patterns in Toxic FriendshipsWhat is it really like to be stuck in a toxic friendship? A recent study has broken down the emotional experience into three distinct patterns that define these draining relationships. Researchers...
June 27, 2026 - 14:33
Proactive employees with high emotional intelligence do a better job, study findsA new study from the Department of Management at a major university suggests that employees who combine initiative with strong emotional intelligence are significantly more effective at their jobs....
June 26, 2026 - 17:59
Psychology says people who keep their refrigerator extremely organized aren't just tidying up, they may bA spotless, perfectly arranged refrigerator might look like a sign of domestic pride, but psychology suggests it runs much deeper. According to behavioral research, people who keep their fridge...
June 26, 2026 - 11:55
Psychology explains why some people are terrified before flying, and it may have less to do with the planeA new perspective on aviophobia, the intense fear of flying, suggests the root cause may have less to do with the aircraft itself and more to do with a person`s overall mental state. Psychological...
June 25, 2026 - 22:27
These 5 Charlie Munger psychology lessons show why mindset matters more than intelligence, talent, or luckCharlie Munger, the late vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, never believed that raw intelligence or lucky breaks were the keys to success. Instead, he argued that a disciplined mindset matters...
June 25, 2026 - 05:30
Aspen Psychology Group Adds Lindsey Ryland to Clinical TeamAspen Psychology Group has announced the addition of Lindsey Ryland, a registered social worker with a Master of Social Work degree, to its growing team of mental health professionals. Ryland joins...
June 24, 2026 - 11:13
Why Your Plant Obsession Might Be About Safety, Not StyleMost people assume that someone with fifteen plants crammed onto a windowsill is just really into home decor. Maybe following some aesthetic they saw online. But when psychologists look at this...
June 23, 2026 - 17:43
Psychology says people who don't color their gray hair aren't giving up, they may be choosing authenticityThe decision to stop coloring gray hair is often misunderstood. Many assume it signals resignation or a loss of interest in appearance. But psychology suggests the opposite may be true. For a...
June 23, 2026 - 10:00
Psychologist testifies in case of woman who says she was abused at group homeA clinical psychologist provided expert testimony Monday in a civil case where a woman is suing the state of New Hampshire for allegedly placing her in a group home where she was sexually abused by...
June 22, 2026 - 21:19
Longtime Exxon CEO Lee Raymond’s legacy of climate denial and misinformation lives on – a psychologist offers ways to counter itFor decades, Lee Raymond, the longtime chief executive of ExxonMobil, championed a corporate strategy that sowed confusion about climate change. Under his leadership from 1993 to 2005, the company...
June 22, 2026 - 07:05
Wyndham Clark’s U.S. Open fan abuse was so bad, his sports psychologist took coverThe verbal abuse directed at Wyndham Clark during the final round of the U.S. Open was so intense that his own sports psychologist had to take cover. Julie Elion, who has worked with Clark for...
June 21, 2026 - 22:58
Psychology says fathers who overlook their needs to fulfill the wishes of their children: What psychologyA new look at parenting psychology highlights a common but often unspoken pattern: fathers who consistently set aside their own needs to fulfill the wishes of their children. This behavior,...
June 21, 2026 - 06:02
Why Your Poker Gut Feeling Is Probably WrongAuthor and professional poker player Paul Gibbons challenges a deeply held belief among card players: that instinct is a reliable guide at the table. In his latest analysis, Gibbons argues that the...
June 20, 2026 - 21:04
Classic literature shows maladaptive daydreaming is not a new psychological trendLong before psychologists gave it a clinical name, classic literature was already chronicling characters trapped in compulsive fantasies. A new study suggests that maladaptive daydreaming is a...
June 19, 2026 - 03:36
The Unexpected Gifts of GrandfatherhoodMany men say that becoming a grandfather is nothing like being a father. It is not just a repeat performance. It is a completely different role, one that often brings a sense of calm and clarity...
June 18, 2026 - 14:49
New study identifies distinct psychological profiles among youths with gender dysphoriaA new psychological survey of adolescents seeking care for gender dysphoria has identified three distinct subgroups within this population. Researchers grouped the youths based on factors like...
June 17, 2026 - 23:24
What makes the ideal digital icon? A psychologist explainsWhen Susan Kare sat down to design the first icons for the Macintosh in the 1980s, she described the work as solving `the little puzzle of making an image fit a metaphor.` Four decades later, that...
June 17, 2026 - 11:10
Psychologist Laura Carstensen uncovered a surprising upside to growing older: as our sense of the time we have left grows shorter, we invest more in the people and activities that matter most to usA growing body of research from psychologist Laura Carstensen suggests that aging comes with an unexpected emotional upside. As people become more aware that their time left is limited, they tend...
June 16, 2026 - 17:05
The Arrival Fallacy: Why Reaching Your Biggest Goal Can Feel Surprisingly EmptyWe tend to believe that hitting the big goal will finally make us happy. The promotion. The house. The acceptance letter. We imagine a permanent shift in how we feel once we arrive at that...
June 16, 2026 - 01:14
A new kind of date makes personal to-do lists a reason to get together with friendsA fresh approach to productivity is gaining traction, one that transforms the solitary burden of a to-do list into a shared social experience. Instead of tackling chores alone, friends are now...
June 15, 2026 - 03:48
Psychology says soft blocking hurts more than unfollowing because it is rejection without closure: Why GenA quiet trend in social media behavior has caught the attention of psychologists, and the findings are not what most users expect. Soft blocking, the act of muting or restricting someone without...
June 14, 2026 - 10:57
5 Signs You’re More Self-Disciplined Than You Think, According to a PsychologistMost people picture self-discipline as waking up at 5 a.m. or running a marathon. But according to clinical psychologists, the real markers of discipline are often much quieter and easier to miss....
June 13, 2026 - 22:36
Fathers, Sports, and Developing Children Into LeadersNew research is digging into the earliest building blocks of leadership, focusing on how family dynamics and organized activities shape a child`s ability to take charge. The studies highlight a...
June 13, 2026 - 09:26
4 Signs You’re Dealing With A Hardened Narcissist, By A PsychologistPsychologists have long studied the spectrum of narcissism, but a new focus on `hardened` narcissists reveals distinct behavioral patterns that go beyond everyday self-absorption. These individuals...
June 12, 2026 - 18:51
Human psychology tricks can bypass AI safety guardrailsNew research has uncovered a troubling vulnerability in artificial intelligence systems: classic human persuasion techniques can trick AI models into breaking their own safety rules. The study...
June 12, 2026 - 02:13
Evolving Needs, Evolving Care: Adapting Psychological Support Across Different Stages of Huntington’s DiseaseHuntington`s disease is often thought of as a movement disorder, but its impact on mental health is just as profound. Researchers are now emphasizing that psychological care must shift and adapt as...