New research involving over 66,000 people profiled misinformation susceptibility worldwide. Findings suggest Generation Z, non-males, the less educated, and conservatives struggle more with discerning fake news.
Populism may be powered by "popcorn politics," as new studies show voters are more drawn to entertaining leaders who stir emotions and challenge elites.
A new study finds that people with high self-control prefer meaningful experiences, while those attuned to pleasure seek enjoyment in the moment.
New research shows that social behaviors often misunderstood by interviewers can overshadow qualifications, leading to unfair hiring decisions.
Intellectual humility may foster both empathy and emotional resilience, a new study suggests.
A new study finds that the mix of media people consume can predict whether they get vaccinated against COVID-19 and how much they trust science—sometimes in unexpected ways.
Despite their swagger, narcissistic individuals often misread social interactions as rejection, reinforcing feelings of exclusion and insecurity.
Contrary to popular belief, conspiracy theories may not drive democratic decline—rather, those who reject democracy seem more prone to conspiratorial thinking.
A new study finds that sadness can leave a trace—even in silent body language and physiology.
A study of incel forum activity reveals high levels of anger and violent language, with users bringing these tendencies with them from elsewhere online.
Traffic fine revenues drop during sheriff elections, hinting at strategic enforcement tied to reelection efforts.
Racism, sexism, and other biases are growing more closely linked, especially among politically conservative Americans, according to a new study.
A new study finds that early life experiences can influence whether people high in psychopathy engage in criminal behavior.
Many men wrongly assume other men are unwilling to seek help for depression, which may discourage them from seeking help themselves, new research shows.
A partisan divide has emerged in how Americans trust their doctors. New research suggests Democrats are now more likely than Republicans to rely on and follow medical advice.