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11 Scientifically Proven Tips for Relaxing
Feeling stressed? You’re not alone. But mowing the lawn could help, as can having a laugh. Science says so.
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The Reason Why Baking Makes You Feel Good, According to Psychologists
It’s not just biting into a still-warm chocolate chip cookie that makes you feel good—the act of baking can do that, too.
Therapy Ponies Are Bringing ‘Comfort and Joy’ to Dementia Patients
The latest superstar emotional support animals are a herd of Shetland ponies visiting patients in Scotland.
5 Fascinating Facts About Middle Children
Statistically speaking, if you want to be president, being a middle child is a great first step to get you there.
Why the McDonald’s Logo Uses the Colors Yellow and Red
No, the golden arches don’t represent two giant bendy French fries on a background of ketchup, but good try.
Reconstructing History: Anna Coleman Ladd, the Mask Artist of World War I
An artist and sculptor, Anna Coleman Ladd offered her talents to soldiers who had been badly disfigured fighting in World War I. Her masks helped restore their appearance and their self-confidence.
Want to Reduce Your Stress In 10 Minutes? Pet a Cat or Dog
A new study shows that those puppy-playtime programs colleges host during finals season can actually be effective in just a few minutes.
Chimpanzees Bond by Watching Movies Together, Too
A new study shows that we’re less special than we thought: Apes can connect with each other by watching movies just like us.
10 Scientific Benefits of Kissing
While there are plenty of obvious pleasures of smooching, there are also some remarkable health benefits, backed by science.
English Towns Are Installing ‘Chat Benches’ to Combat Loneliness
Signs on the benches installed in a park and by the waterfront invite anyone to sit "if you don't mind someone stopping to say hello."
10 Things to Know About the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
Is being an I.N.F.J. a load of C.R.A.P.? That depends on who you ask. But the majority of Fortune 100 companies don't seem to mind.
Lost Your Wallet? You Might Be More Likely to Get It Back If There's Cash Inside
An ambitious experiment left 17,303 'lost' wallets in the hands of people around the world, some with money and some without. The results might surprise you.
Can Watching Friends Help Ease Your Anxiety? One Psychologist Says Yes
But it's not just 'Friends' that could do the trick, according to clinical psychologist Marc Hekster. 'The Big Bang Theory' can also help reduce your anxiety.
Game of Thrones Counseling Available for Upset Fans Following Series Finale
if you’re having a hard time wrapping your mind around the end of 'Game of Thrones,' or just want to vent, there's a counseling service here for you.
A Game of Thrones Quiz Is Helping Psychologists Learn More About How People Respond to Ethical Dilemmas
There are a lot of 'Game of Thrones' quizzes that will tell you if you're a Cersei or a Jon Snow, but this survey is based in—and helps support—psychological research
Therapy Dogs Will Soon Be Comforting Passengers at Scotland's Aberdeen Airport
Anxious travelers passing through Scotland's Aberdeen Airport will soon have the option to go to a "canine crew" of therapy dogs for comfort.
Experts Say Storytime Can Help Children Recover From Trauma
A program called We Love Reading supplies books that are specifically tailored to the personal experiences of child refugees from Syria and South Sudan.
15 Positively Reinforcing Facts About B.F. Skinner
B.F. Skinner is responsible for the term "positive reinforcement." He also taught pigeons to play ping pong—for science. Learn more about this pioneering psychologist.
11 Lesser-Known Animal Phobias
He’s dealt with elaborate booby traps, KGB agents, and a face-melting artifact, but to Indiana Jones, nothing’s more unsettling than snakes. Lots of people can relate.
The Psychological Reason Kids Love Elmo
The excitable little monster uses clever psychological tricks to capture a child's attention.
The Psychology Behind Kids' L.O.L. Surprise! Doll Obsession
How one toymaker cracked the code to make your kid beg for a pooping unicorn.
12 Facts About the Sense of Taste
It goes way beyond your taste buds.
Yes, You Have Too Many Tabs Open on Your Computer—and Your Brain is Probably to Blame
You're likely suffering from a case of "Internet FOMO."
Nomophobia Is Cambridge Dictionary's Word of the Year For 2018—And You Might Have It
It's something many of us have experienced.