Why does experiencing 'flow' feel so good? A communication scientist explains

Research shows that people with more flow in their lives had a higher sense of well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic. Scientists are beginning to explore what happens in the brain during flow.

Richard Huskey, Assistant Professor of Communication and Cognitive Science, University of California, Davis • conversation
Jan. 4, 2022 ~10 min

Here's why we need climate protests: even if some think they're annoying

Joining a protest doesn’t just help attract others to supporting important causes - it comes with personal and psychological benefits too.

Yasemin Gülsüm Acar, Lecturer in Psychology, University of Dundee • conversation
Dec. 16, 2021 ~6 min


Gentrification changes the personality make-up of cities in just a few years

Massive study of almost two million US residents reveals rising housing costs may drive increases in “openness” of character among both long-term and new

Cambridge University News • cambridge
Dec. 16, 2021 ~6 min

Downing Street party: what behavioural science tells us about how the saga could affect adherence to Plan B

Compliance with COVID rules has been achieved in-spite of, not because of, the example set by some of those in power.

Simon Nicholas Williams, Senior Lecturer in People and Organisation, Swansea University • conversation
Dec. 10, 2021 ~6 min

Got Zoom fatigue? Out-of-sync brainwaves could be another reason videoconferencing is such a drag

It appears that the rhythms of your brain waves get in sync with the speech patterns of the person you’re conversing with. Videoconferencing throws off that syncing process.

Julie Boland, Professor of Psychology and Linguistics, University of Michigan • conversation
Dec. 10, 2021 ~8 min

How to enjoy a digital detox over Christmas

Feeling stressed with social media and tech? Here are some tips on how to take a break from it.

Wenjie Cai, Senior Lecturer in Tourism and Hospitality, University of Greenwich • conversation
Dec. 10, 2021 ~6 min

Why taking penalties under pressure can be so tough

High pressure during penalties can cause a whole range of problems before striking the ball, both psychological and physical.

Louise Ellis, Senior Lecturer in the Division of Sport, Exercise, and Public Health, University of Huddersfield • conversation
Dec. 9, 2021 ~7 min

Daniel Kahneman on how to influence others

Nobel-winning behavioral economist and author of “Thinking Fast and Slow” shares advice on negotiation at Harvard event.

Caitlin McDermott-Murphy • harvard
Dec. 6, 2021 ~6 min


Here’s why people might discriminate against foreign accents – new research

New research shows that increasing exposure to foreign accents makes it easier to process - and that can reduce bias which is not based on negative perceptions or prejudice.

Shiri Lev-Ari, Lecturer in Psychology, Royal Holloway University of London • conversation
Dec. 3, 2021 ~6 min

Are you binge-watching too much? How to know if your TV habits are a problem – and what to do about it

Problem binge-watching is associated with anxiety and depression.

Mark Griffiths, Director of the International Gaming Research Unit and Professor of Behavioural Addiction, Nottingham Trent University • conversation
Dec. 3, 2021 ~8 min

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