Psychology

Optimism could boost your chance of living 85 years or more

In a new study, researchers found optimism could boost our chances of living 85 years or more by over 50%. The research was conducted by...

The mere presence of your partner may reduce your pain

In a new study, researchers have confirmed the analgesic effects of social support on reducing pain - even without verbal or physical contact. The research...

Scientists confirm optimists can live longer

In a new study, researchers have found that individuals with greater optimism are more likely to live longer and to achieve "exceptional longevity”, that...

Fake news can make you have false memories

In a new study, researchers found that voters may form false memories after seeing fabricated news stories, especially if those stories align with their...

Your brain cannot recharge if you use your phone on break

Using your phone on break during mentally challenging tasks doesn’t allow your brain to recharge effectively and may result in poorer performance, according to...

This test can snare those lying about a person’s identity

In a new study, researchers have developed a new test that could help police to determine when criminals or witnesses are lying about their...

Husbands benefit from mutual caregiving, but wives may feel more distressed

In a new study, researchers found that in mutual caregiving, husbands can gain the benefit, but wives often feel more distressed. The research was conducted...

Testosterone supplements may make people more sensitive to moral norms

In a new study, researchers found that testosterone supplements could actually make people more sensitive to moral norms. This is against previous findings that linking...

Why stress and anxiety are not always bad

In a new scientific presentation, researchers found that stress and anxiety are not always bad. They often play a helpful, not harmful, role in...

Want to sleep better and longer? Be optimistic

In a new study, researchers found people who are the most optimistic tend to be better sleepers. The research was led by a team from...