
To Win Trust and Admiration, Fix Your Microphone
From job interviews to dating, we subconsciously judge one another based on sound quality when we interact digitally

To Win Trust and Admiration, Fix Your Microphone
From job interviews to dating, we subconsciously judge one another based on sound quality when we interact digitally

Psychology Explains Why Some People Buy So Much Stuff
From China to Brazil to Germany, huge numbers of people are addicted to shopping, driven in part by companies that use gaming strategies


How COVID Shaped a Resilient Generation of Kids
COVID’s emotional and educational strain on children still lingers, but educators and mental health specialists say they are far from a “lost generation”

Why Great Storytellers Find Life More Meaningful
People who are rated as good storytellers exhibit a purpose-oriented mindset and big-picture thinking more often than others

Cutting a Parent Out of Your Life Isn’t Always the Right Solution
Popular culture paints going “no contact” as the best way to deal with hard family relationships. But it’s not always the right choice

Making a Pledge Can Encourage Honest Behavior—If the Wording Is Right
Can taking a simple oath make you more trustworthy? That depends a lot on its exact wording

Which Knot Is Stronger? Humans Aren’t Great Judges
People are surprisingly bad at guessing knot strength, a study found

New Psychotherapies That Focus on Positive Experiences Could Better Treat Depression and Anxiety
These novel treatments help people with depression and anxiety find joy in life

Understanding Your Introverted Kid’s Needs Will Help Them Succeed
There is nothing wrong with quieter, introverted kids. Recognizing what makes them tick can help them confidently navigate an extroverted world

The Psychology of ‘Shared Silence’ in Couples
The right kind of silence can be golden, revitalizing and strengthening a relationship

The Hidden Costs of Men’s Social Isolation
When men suffer social isolation, women may pay the price, too

Love Isn’t Just about Romance. Here’s How Nonromantic Bonds Shape Our Lives
Valentine’s Day often focuses on romance, but deep friendships deserve love, too. Here’s why they matter.