psychology

Or we are in a bad mood when we feel older.

You might not be able to buy happiness, but you can channel it through the power of science.

There may be a link between growing facial hair and wanting to look traditionally masculine.

A recent study finds 4-month-old babies don’t connect the tactile sensations they feel to the person or thing doing the touching.

A compound produced by decaying tissue makes people more alert to threats.

From relieving pain to winning games, these nine tricks have you covered.

Don't believe the myth.

Flotation REST is a form of sensory isolation that some researchers say could treat chronic pain, anxiety, and more.

Praise from friends and family not only makes us feel good, it actually improves our problem-solving skills.

Turns out, our individual experiences shape how we perceive physical attractiveness.

A new study shows that men are perceived as more creative thinkers than women producing similar work.

So says a study of more than 2,000 twins in the UK.

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The explanation behind the classic game is surprisingly scientific.

Science confirms we're our own worst critics.

Babies, so conniving!

A new study finds that when you’re holding it, you’re better at deception.

Cognitive biases can influence how we think.

You put a lot of thought into every choice that you make … which could be the reason why you’re making bad decisions.

Touching another person’s skin and thinking it’s super soft is an illusion that may help cement social bonds, one study finds.

The best time for a break is mid-morning.

'The Rabbit Who Wants To Fall Asleep' uses a variety of techniques to get children to fall asleep quickly.

A new study shows that age is just a number

Staring into someone's eyes for 10 seconds? Romantic. Staring into someone's eyes for 10 straight minutes? Kind of creepy—and, apparently, hallucinogenic.

Litter ruins the psychological benefits people otherwise get from looking at natural landscapes, psychologists find.

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The Science Behind a Relaxing, Hallucinatory Float in a Dark Tank

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People Think Men Are More Creative Than Women, Study Finds

The Ability to Recognize Faces Might Be Genetic

The Spooky Science Behind Ouija Boards

Study Finds We Can Feel Embarrassed Even When No One's Watching

Babies Are Trying to Manipulate You Into Smiling at Them

Can a Full Bladder Make You a Better Liar?

20 Cognitive Biases That Affect Your Decisions

Why Does Everyone Else's Skin Feel Softer Than Mine?

4 Ways to Take Better Breaks at Work

The Book That Promises to Put Your Kids to Sleep in Minutes

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Study Suggests a Serious Benefit to Being Around Happy People

Staring Into Someone's Eyes For 10 Minutes Causes Hallucinations

Beach Trash Is Ruining Your Mental Health