How to deal with narcissistic relatives over the holidays
The holiday season is here, and streets are filled with festive sparkles, twinkling lights and cheerful Christmas songs.
While many of us are looking forward...
Are religious people more generous? Study finds surprising results
Do religious people give more than atheists?
A new study reveals the answer is not as straightforward as you might think.
Researchers from Linköping University in...
Skin conductance: A new way to understand emotions without cameras
Scientists from Tokyo Metropolitan University have found a way to read emotions using changes in skin conductance.
This method avoids using cameras and focuses on...
Should I stay or should I go? How our brains decide when to quit
Have you ever waited for a bus that seemed like it would never come?
At first, you’re hopeful, but as time drags on, doubt creeps...
Why we overthink? It’s our brain’s ancient and modern parts talking
Have you ever left a social event only to find your mind flooded with second-guessing thoughts? “Did I talk too much?”
“Did I offend someone?”
“Were...
Why simplicity matters: New study reveals our love for easy solutions
A new study from the University of Waterloo has discovered why people prefer simple explanations and straightforward ways to achieve goals.
It turns out our...
Extra 46 minutes sleep can boost gratitude, resilience, and well-being
Getting enough sleep is known to be essential for good health, but new research from Baylor University shows just how powerful even small increases...
Six reasons why people enjoy horror movies
The creeping shadows and haunting decorations transform the everyday into something eerie at Halloween.
And you might be thinking about scaring yourself with a good...
If your child is watching TV and playing online games, you should do it...
Young children spend a lot of time using screens: watching television, playing on touchscreen apps, or face timing with grandparents.
In fact, research on global...
Why we’re better at guessing the past than the future
A new study led by Dartmouth researchers has found that people are better at guessing what happened in the past than predicting what will...