Unlike most animals, cats will usually choose a free lunch over having to complete a task to get their food, researchers say.

Experiments indicate that the learnable strategic mindset gets people where they want to go.

Whether in situations relating to scientific consensus, economic history or current political events, denialism has its roots in what psychologists call 'motivated reasoning.'

More people bike to work in cities with bike-share systems, a new study shows. But convenience is key.

Poverty may boost the risk of relapse for people recovering from opioid addiction. A little money can help them stay sober—and get and keep a job, too.

Rather than simply boost ability to pay attention, ADHD medications work by focusing the brain on the rewards completing tasks will bring.

Scientists who worked hard through struggles are more motivating as role models than scientists who people see as naturally brilliant, researchers say.

Bosses with high emotional intelligence make their workers feel happier and more creative, researchers say.