General intelligence and a strong work ethic are the best predictors of college grades
What makes a successful college student? Researchers analyzing data from over 35,000 graduates found that general cognitive ability and a...
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Dark personality traits linked to a higher tolerance for morally questionable behaviors
A recent study found a strong association between specific “Dark Triad” traits and moral leniency. College students scoring higher in...
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Being asked to help dampens the joy of doing good, according to children in multiple countries
A cross-cultural study reveals that children often believe people are less willing and happy to help others when instructed to...
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Brain scans shed light on why women develop romantic feelings for AI companions
A new study suggests that highly attractive and responsive AI agents can trigger brain activity similar to real-world romance, blurring...
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Brain scans reveal how a teenager’s reaction to loss connects impulsivity and suicidal thoughts
A new study suggests that a teenager's brain response to minor setbacks changes how impulsivity relates to future suicidal thoughts....
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Swearing helps people perform better when peak performance is needed, study finds
Does dropping an f-bomb make you stronger? A new study suggests that swearing improves physical performance. Researchers discovered that cursing...
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More than 6% of young adults suffer from Internet Gaming Disorder, global study reveals
A large new study cuts through the hype to find the true rate of video game addiction. Analyzing data from...
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Prenatal air pollution linked to ADHD symptoms in school-age children, but not clinical diagnosis
A new study finds that mothers exposed to high levels of air pollution during pregnancy are more likely to have...
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Engaging in gardening is associated with better well-being in older adulthood
Want to slow down the aging process? A new 25-year study suggests you should pick up a trowel. Researchers discovered...
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Unpredictable childhoods may hinder a young adult’s ability to take positive risks
A new brain-imaging study tracking teenagers over seven years reveals that an unstable home life hinders the development of cognitive...
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Frequent church attendance strongly predicts whether a woman will marry before having a child
A recent study shows that highly religious women are much more likely to marry before cohabiting. Surprisingly, this trend isn't...
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Scientists just revealed a strange quirk in how we exit train stations
Researchers analyzing millions of pedestrian trajectories have identified a "stranger-following effect." The study shows that people exiting trains consistently imitate...
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Americans systematically overestimate how many social media users contribute to harmful online behavior
Are social media users really as toxic as they seem? A massive new study suggests otherwise, finding that while Americans...
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Study reveals the key ingredients for successful social media mental health interventions
To combat a global shortage of therapists, scientists are delivering mental health care through social media. A large new study...
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Are the benefits of psychedelics exaggerated? A new study highlights the problem of selection bias
A new study suggests that the widely reported life-changing benefits of psychedelics might be somewhat exaggerated. Researchers found that studies...
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