A study conducted in Germany discovered that cravings for music and the occurrence of earworms tend to rise after listening to a song. Individuals displaying more pronounced personality traits of extraversion, psychoticism, and openness to experience exhibited a stronger inherent...
A study challenges the "crypto bro" stereotype, revealing U.S. cryptocurrency owners as diverse in demographics and political views. Economic factors, especially inflation, significantly influence their investment in digital currencies like Bitcoin, debunking notions of a homogenous investor profile.
A new study published in Archives of Sexual Behavior explored the psychology of involuntarily celibate women, or “femcels”, revealing their struggles with sexual frustration, a focus on personal rather than male grievances, and tendency toward non-violent means for empowerment.
Research shows White Americans feeling discriminated against are likelier to doubt election fairness. This perception of victimization influences skepticism about democracy, especially amid claims of election fraud like those around the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election.
A study finds that political allegiance may skew how individuals answer factual questions, demonstrating "expressive responding"—claiming beliefs to signal group loyalty rather than reflecting true beliefs.
Singlehood is a state experienced by a significant portion of the adult population. A recent study published in Evolutionary Psychological Science sheds light on what leads individuals to remain single, focusing on the role played by the fear of relationship...
A study in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships found that teenagers in romantic relationships are less likely to form new friendships but do not lose existing ones. This dynamic offers insights into adolescent development.
Humans are observational creatures, and we’re no different when it comes to our choice of food. Now, researchers have investigated if observing the facial expressions of others while they eat raw broccoli encouraged or discouraged an observer from reaching for...
Does the attractiveness of a streamer influence your decision to watch, engage, or even purchase products during a live stream? A recent study suggests that the answer is yes.
A study published in the Archives of Sexual Behavior found young men feel more masculine when their partners orgasm from intercourse or manual stimulation, compared to vibrator use.
In a climate of dwindling trust in institutions and rising political polarization, research on the power of shared experiences offers a glimpse of unity amidst division. Collective attention might bridge societal gaps, highlighting the potential for a "collective mind" to...
Do powerful poses affect how we perceive professional women, and does race play a role in these perceptions? A recent study delves into the dynamics of gender, race, and nonverbal displays of power within the workplace, revealing that White women...
Have you ever wondered why there's a gap between men's and women's sexual pleasure? A recent study found the endorsement of the Madonna-whore dichotomy plays an important role.
A recent study published in Computers in Human Behavior shows that the more human-like virtual assistants sound, the safer people feel using them for voice shopping.
A new study suggests that depression not only affects our emotional well-being but also might influence how we perceive our political world.