Social Psychology

People often assume relationships with narcissists start great and crash fast. But a new six-year study shows that while hostile narcissistic traits reduce overall happiness, they don't actually speed up a romance's decline over time.

A new text analysis of millions of books reveals how the public image of lawyers has evolved over the past 120 years. While legal professionals are viewed as highly conscientious, they are increasingly seen as lacking in warmth.

Compulsive social media habits are closely linked to later symptoms of depression and anxiety, and new research suggests poor sleep is a major factor. Protecting your nightly rest might be key to maintaining your psychological wellbeing.

A new brain imaging study reveals how the physical structure of a region called the anterior insula links narcissistic personality traits to the everyday habit of suppressing one's emotions.

A comprehensive review of brain imaging research suggests problematic smartphone use is associated with distinct neural differences. These variations appear in brain areas tied to reward processing, impulse control, and the deep-seated human need for social connection.

Getting advice from an automated chatbot might accidentally change how you perceive the passage of time. A new psychological study suggests that waiting for an artificial intelligence agent makes future delays feel longer, leading to highly impatient consumer choices.

New research reveals that many women view beauty as a practical tool for professional success. When faced with a gender pay gap, those who reject traditional gender roles often leverage their appearance to compete in the labor market.

A new Japanese study reveals that participating in a drum circle boosts oxytocin—the "bonding hormone"—in elementary school girls. However, this biological boost only happens when the children play alongside their friends, not strangers.

A new study explores how supporters of Donald Trump maintain their loyalty despite serious allegations. The findings suggest psychological discomfort drives voters to deny accusations, prioritize political policies, or claim other politicians act similarly.

A new study reveals a fascinating social tradeoff during arguments. While staying calm protects your own reputation, shedding tears actually inflicts the most damage on your opponent’s social standing, albeit at a cost to your own.

Conservative political campaigns are increasingly repackaging extremist demographic theories into mainstream debates over electoral integrity. A recent analysis reveals how the language of democracy is utilized to mask exclusionary rhetoric and reshape public anxieties about national identity.

When women consistently experience infrequent orgasms, both they and their partners mentally downgrade the importance of climaxing. While this psychological shift protects short-term self-esteem, new research suggests it might ultimately perpetuate the ongoing orgasm gap.

People who view themselves as having a high social status are often more politically active. Recent research reveals that for highly materialistic individuals, this civic engagement corresponds heavily with whether personal wealth makes their society feel fair.

Using mathematical equations, a researcher has mapped the psychology that prompts authoritarian leaders to initiate democratic reforms. The study suggests a "bittersweet" expectation of short-term chaos and long-term stability drives these historic shifts.

A recent study suggests that the general public often underestimates the dangers of controlling relationship behaviors when the victims are men. People tend to take psychological abuse more seriously when directed at women, leaving other victims at risk.