A new study reveals that political party affiliation is the most powerful driver of social polarization in the United States—surpassing...

New research published in Self & Identity challenges the assumption that everyone dislikes being gossiped about.

Adolescents from wealthier families are more likely to express genetic predispositions toward political interest, suggesting that socioeconomic status can amplify...

Cognitive ability and educational background are the strongest predictors of whether people believe astrology is scientific—far more influential than factors...

A lack of sleep may do more than make teens groggy—it could contribute to anxiety, depression, and eating disorders through...

Childhood experiences with fathers can shape romantic beliefs for life. A study reveals that men raised with low-quality paternal investment...

Why do some people seem to settle for partners who aren’t the best fit? A study in Self & Identity...

Why are men so underrepresented in childcare? A new study in Sex Roles explores the stereotypes shaping public perceptions of...

New research suggests that while not perfect, gender stereotypes hold a significant "kernel of truth," accurately reflecting gender differences in...

Deep neural networks outperform traditional methods in measuring facial traits, improving predictions of attraction and kindness while avoiding biases like...

A new study in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: General reveals that conscious awareness fundamentally changes how our brains handle...

Incels misjudge societal views, vastly overestimating blame and underestimating sympathy, a new study reveals.

Athletes who excel under pressure rely on both robust psychological traits and specific cognitive-behavioral techniques.

New research reveals we recognize happy faces quicker when they belong to our own social group or a majority group,...

Partner preferences are linked to feminist beliefs, research in Sex Roles reveals. Individuals with stronger feminist views show distinct patterns...