New research suggests cat and dog 'moms' and 'dads' really are parenting their pets – here's the evolutionary explanation why
Human beings evolved to nurture – and that drive can extend to children who aren’t your own and even to members of other species.
Oct. 28, 2021 • ~9 min
A quick guide to climate change jargon – what experts mean by mitigation, carbon neutral and 6 other key terms
The language around climate change can feel overwhelming. A psychology and public policy expert breaks it down in plain English.
Oct. 26, 2021 • ~10 min
What causes ADHD and can it be cured?
Even when the condition lasts a lifetime, there are behavioral treatments and prescription drugs that make it easier for people with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder to thrive.
Oct. 25, 2021 • ~7 min
People use mental shortcuts to make difficult decisions – even highly trained doctors delivering babies
It’s human nature to unconsciously rely on quick rules to help make spur-of-the-moment decisions. New research finds physicians use these shortcuts, too, which can be bad news for some patients.
Oct. 14, 2021 • ~10 min
Do you really need more petrol, or toilet paper? There are better ways to take control in a crisis
As continued panic buying will only perpetuate any fuel shortages, it’s important to think about what can be done to curb it.
Oct. 1, 2021 • ~5 min
Changing your mind about something as important as vaccination isn't a sign of weakness – being open to new information is the smart way to make choices
People tend to stick with their stated beliefs. But here’s how external forces like vaccine mandates can push people to do something they don’t want to do – and provide some face-saving cover.
Sept. 23, 2021 • ~8 min
Psychological 'specialness spirals' can make ordinary items feel like treasures – and may explain how clutter accumulates
Have you ever bought an item and then just not gotten around to using it because the time never felt right? New studies suggest an explanation for what researchers call nonconsumption.
Sept. 22, 2021 • ~7 min
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