PSYCHOLOGY

Infants Don’t Really Understand Tickling

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

3 Reasons to Stop Procrastinating

Don't even think of putting off reading this.

Scientists Identify the Chemical That Makes Death Smell Scary

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

9 Clever Ways to Hack Your Brain Today

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

Mindfulness Might Create False Memories, New Study FInds

All that focus on being self aware leaves people susceptible to false memories.

Do You Use Only 10% of Your Brain?

Don't believe the myth.

This Happiness-Tracking App Will Analyze Your Moods

The app attempts to pinpoint the underlying causes of your happiness.

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

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

Recent Study Shows How Perceptions of Aging Vary By Culture

In a study of three cultures, researchers found perceptions of memory amongst the elderly vary significantly.

Tweets From Phones Are More Egocentric, Study Finds

Web users tend to tweet about more than just themselves.

New Study Finds a Little Encouragement From Friends and Family Goes a Long Way

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

Why You Don't Think Your Friend's Boyfriend Is Cute

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

People Think Men Are More Creative Than Women, Study Finds

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

The Ability to Recognize Faces Might Be Genetic

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

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The Spooky Science Behind Ouija Boards

The explanation behind the classic game is surprisingly scientific.

In Japan, You Can Hire a Handsome Boy To Wipe Your Tears Away

Because a cute guy is better than a Kleenex.

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

Science confirms we're our own worst critics.

Babies Are Trying to Manipulate You Into Smiling at Them

Babies, so conniving!

Can a Full Bladder Make You a Better Liar?

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

Virtual Reality Sigmund Freud Gives Good Advice, Study Finds

The illusion of being in another person's body affects the way we think.

Mental Exertion Might Be Contagious

A new study finds that sitting next to someone who’s concentrating hard can improve your own concentration.

Putting Health Charity Logos on Junk Food Makes It Seem Healthier

Just because those cookies have an American Red Cross logo on them doesn’t mean they’re good for you.

Cognitive biases can influence how we think.

20 Cognitive Biases That Affect Your Decisions

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

Studies Show Babies Understand Skype

Studies show tech savvy babies differentiate between TV and Skype.

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