Cognitive psychology research on the Zeigarnik effect explains why unresolved relationship endings cause compulsive ...

Exchange of social information and gossip was crucial to our Stone Age ancestors' survival. Gossip identified whom to trust in life-or-death challenges of the ancient world. Gossip strengthens bonds, ...

When handled well, difficult conversations create clarity, strengthen relationships, and help people stay grounded in roles ...

If you’ve noticed that people mostly reach out when something is going wrong in their lives, psychology suggests you may be ...

I sat across from a friend at dinner last year and told her everything was great. The job was good. The kids were good. Life was busy but fine. She nodded and moved on to the next topic, and I felt ...

Whether you’re throwing a get-together or trying to sell your home, first impressions happen fast — and according to ...

Few experiences shape the Jamaican story quite like migration. It is so common that many families hardly think of it as extraordinary, yet behind every farewell in an airport departure lounge and ...

A psychologist explains the evolutionary and psychological roots of laughter, and what an infant’s giggles teach us about how adults bond.

Apocalypse thinking is surprisingly common—and it may influence how people react to major global risks, a new study has found.

The Dr. and Mrs. Gary Brummer Colloquium Series in Psychology Presents “How to be a Critical Consumer of Psychology” with Dr. Sean Rife ...

Artificial intelligence is reshaping many aspects of life quickly. Should college professors be evaluting student learning ...

A new study reveals that people with high psychopathic traits don't lack fear. Instead, their hearts race during scary situations, but their brains uniquely interpret this physical arousal as an ...