New insights into the link between isolation and depression
The United States Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, is spearheading efforts to counter the increasing "epidemic of loneliness and isolation" through the "National Strategy...
Why girls play it safe
A new study found out why girls are more careful than boys. Girls feel more pain when they lose something than boys do.
The study...
Intelligence and decision-making: Speed isn’t always an advantage
People with higher intelligence scores tend to think faster only when dealing with simple tasks. For complex problems, they tend to take more time compared to those with lower IQ scores.
Tricking your tummy: How looking at pictures could help you feel full
Do you ever feel like you see food everywhere online? Whether it's on Instagram, Facebook, or even ads that randomly pop up, the internet...
Scientists discover a new way to detect narcissism
Narcissism is a personality trait characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance and a deep need for excessive attention and admiration.
People with narcissistic traits...
Why British English sounds so smart
Are the British generally more intelligent and informed than Americans? Americans certainly seem to think so.
One-click checkout in online shopping could entice people spend 30% more
You’d probably guess that simplifying the checkout process at an online retailer will lead customers to buy more. The question is: How much more?
Don’t be like Darth Vader—negative emotions spark success, but there’s a price
Tapping into the dark side and using anxiety and anger can spark more success than fun and relaxation – but at the cost of your health.
Happy mid-life relationships may protect people from chronic diseases
Satisfying relationships in midlife with partners, and friends are linked to a lower risk of multiple chronic diseases in older age.
This is your brain on love
You walk into the room and see their face. They smile at you and look into your eyes.
And just like that, your heart drops...