Why do voters support candidates who undermine democracy? A new study offers answers
Not all voters define democracy the same way. A new study reveals how these differences affect political choices and enable democratic backsliding.
Friendship satisfaction is key to happiness among single emerging adults
What makes single young adults happy? A new study finds that friendships matter more than family, personality, or self-esteem in shaping their overall life satisfaction.
Study finds prosocial behavior predicts shifts in political views
New research finds that prosocial tendencies predict shifts in political ideology, particularly views on economic equality, but political beliefs do not seem to change prosocial behavior.
Study identifies two psychological factors that predict digital dating abuse
Digital dating abuse is linked to intrasexual competitiveness and low agreeableness, suggesting that rivalry and personality traits shape how people control their romantic partners online.
Early social rejection may foster dark personality traits through loneliness, study suggests
Social rejection in adolescence may encourage the development of dark personality traits, with loneliness playing a significant role in this process, according to a new study.
Social media’s disturbing role in “delusion amplification” highlighted in new psychology research
A new systematic review examining over 2,500 studies has uncovered a troubling link between high social media use and psychiatric disorders that involve distortions of self-perception.
Why narcissists overuse social media—and how mindfulness can help
People with narcissistic traits often struggle with compulsive social media use, but why? A new study points to fear of missing out as a key factor—while also showing that mindfulness may help break the cycle.
Low-quality father involvement leads sons to invest less in romantic relationships, study finds
Childhood experiences with fathers can shape romantic beliefs for life. A study reveals that men raised with low-quality paternal investment are more likely to develop reduced expectations for male commitment and invest less in their own relationships.
Even feminist men can struggle with female proposals, study suggests
Marriage norms are shifting, but proposals remain traditional. New research explores women who buck the trend and propose, revealing their experiences and the social reactions they face.
Is America ready for atheist politicians? New findings reveal the surprising reality
A study finds that being an atheist may not be the political death sentence many assume. While Republicans react negatively and Democrats positively, these opposing views often balance out.
Having an unclear sense of self makes people less selective about romantic compatibility
Why do some people seem to settle for partners who aren’t the best fit? A study in Self & Identity suggests that the answer may lie in self-concept clarity.
Dopamine and social media: Why you can’t stop scrolling, according to neuroscience
Your brain loves social media—maybe too much. Every like, comment, and video activates dopamine, reinforcing compulsive scrolling.
Feeling objectified by partner linked to fewer orgasms and more emotional labor for women
A new study finds that when women feel objectified by their partner, they report fewer orgasms and greater emotional labor in sex.
Men in childcare are seen as less warm, moral, and competent than women
Why are men so underrepresented in childcare? A new study in Sex Roles explores the stereotypes shaping public perceptions of male childcare workers—and how these biases influence support for greater gender diversity in the field.
How good and bad childhood experiences shape dark personality traits
A new study finds that childhood experiences shape dark personality traits in adulthood. Adverse events predict higher psychopathy, sadism, and narcissism, while positive experiences reduce these traits—except in cases of extreme adversity.
