Why being ‘lazy’ at work might actually be a good thing
If you're a young person today, you've probably felt the sting of being called lazy, or caught yourself wondering if you are.
Do you sometimes...
More money, more stress? Yale study explores the surprising link between income and well-being
What makes us happy—and what makes us stressed? While money often seems like the obvious answer to both questions, a new study from Yale...
Study finds a surprising link between high blood pressure and personality
High blood pressure is often linked to heart disease, but it may also have a surprising effect on personality. A new study suggests that...
How entrepreneurs can share risks without scaring investors
Entrepreneurs often face a tough decision:
Should they be honest about the risks of their business, or keep quiet to avoid scaring off investors?
While transparency...
Pet-owners with secure relationships with their pets are less depressed
For many people, pets provide unconditional love, companionship and a sense of security. But not all human-pet relationships are beneficial, and some may contribute...
Are the Oscars going bananas?
Hollywood’s biggest night, the Academy Awards, arrives this weekend, but this year there’s some monkey business going on.
It’s easy to focus on the race...
Narcissists are more likely to feel excluded—even when they aren’t
New research published by the American Psychological Association suggests that narcissistic individuals experience social exclusion more often than others. However, this may not always...
Social activity may help delay dementia for 5 years
Staying socially active, like visiting friends, attending parties, or going to church, may help keep the brain healthy as people age.
Research from Rush University...
Scientists find root cause of dessert cravings
Have you ever finished a big meal, feeling completely full, only to find yourself reaching for dessert? Scientists from the Max Planck Institute for Metabolism...
Coping with heartbreak ahead of Valentine’s Day? You’re not alone
The agonizing feeling of a recent heartbreak might sting a little harder on Valentine's Day, and while this sensation might seem never-ending, healing from...