New research shows that people are overly confident in their ability to understand the beliefs of out-group members, often making inaccurate assumptions.
New research published in Sex Roles suggests that increases in vegetarianism over the past 15 years are primarily limited to women, with little change observed among men.
Research on ambivalence in romantic relationships suggests that mixed feelings toward a partner can lead to both constructive and destructive thoughts and behaviors, highlighting the complex role of ambivalence in shaping relationship dynamics and emotional stability.
A new study reveals that by 2020, conservatives significantly increased their participation in boycotts, narrowing the gap with liberals. Both sides now use political consumerism, highlighting the broader embrace of "cancel culture" across the ideological spectrum.
A new study sheds light on universal and culturally specific motives for beauty-enhancing behaviors, highlighting gender differences and influences like mate competition, social norms, and religion.
Marriage is associated with increases in sexist attitudes shortly after marriage, particularly in men’s hostile sexism and women’s hostile and benevolent sexism, according to a study published in Sex Roles.
A new study reveals increased pornography use among Swedish adolescents and a narrowing gender gap in responses. Both boys and girls have become more tolerant of pornography but increasingly critical of its societal benefits.
Older adults tend to seek more specific information while younger adults prefer a diversive approach, according to new research in Psychology & Aging.
Researchers have found that natural body posture is linked to dominance-related personality traits like competitiveness and reduced empathy, suggesting that how we stand may reveal deeper social attitudes and personality characteristics.
Conspiracy beliefs can directly reduce relationship satisfaction, especially when not shared by both parties, according to new research. The findings highlight how these beliefs strain interpersonal connections, offering new insights into the social consequences of conspiracy thinking.
Dancers are more open, extroverted, and agreeable, while being less neurotic than non-dancers, with dance school entrepreneurs showing even stronger traits. Different dance styles also reflect unique personality profiles, according to a new study.
A new study shows Cook County residents, despite supporting abortion access, are less supportive when services are provided locally, revealing that "Not in My Backyard" attitudes affect even highly personal, rights-based issues like abortion policy.
A recent study found that national political discourse uses more abstract, moralized, and power-centric language compared to local politics, leading to higher public engagement but also increased political animosity.
A study of dark personality traits has found narcissism and everyday sadism to be the strongest predictors of higher sex drive and pornography use, indicating a stronger link between these traits and sexual motivation than previously thought.
Recent research suggests that individuals with vulnerable narcissism struggle to regulate emotions due to poor self-reflection. Improving self-mentalizing skills could help these individuals manage emotional challenges more effectively.