Social Psychology

A new study suggests conservative Americans experienced worse health outcomes and higher mortality rates than liberals over the last decade. Researchers attribute this widening gap to demographic shifts and a growing distrust in doctors among right-leaning individuals.

People often use restrained language to express deep pain. A recent PLOS One study suggests this gap is a deliberate strategy. Humans use subtle expressive styles that artificial intelligence currently struggles to replicate.

As robots become more advanced, people feel a loss of personal control. A new study reveals this technological anxiety drives individuals to seek comfort in strict social hierarchies, potentially exacerbating workplace inequality.

Why do some men engage in non-consensual condom removal? Psychologists have linked the coercive act to entitlement, psychopathy, and narcissism.

A new study reveals that receiving downvotes on Reddit doesn't silence users or drive them into echo chambers. Instead, negative feedback encourages them to post more frequently while softening the emotional tone of their subsequent comments.

A new study of TikTok’s algorithm reveals a distinct political imbalance. During the 2024 election, the platform consistently exposed users to more conservative and anti-Democratic videos, regardless of their initial political interests or engagement habits.

A new study reveals that people physically feel political emotions differently than everyday feelings. These unique bodily sensations, like a tense chest, reliably predict whether someone will actually vote, protest, or engage in democracy.

A new two-part study maps how The Joe Rogan Experience evolved from a comedy podcast into a highly influential civic platform, finding that tuning in was a stronger predictor of a 2024 Trump vote than basic party affiliation.

Young women who view their mothers as highly self-centered often struggle to regulate their own stress. New research explores how growing up with a narcissistic parent predicts emotional instability during the transition to adulthood.

New research reveals that people often judge individuals harshly simply for being fans of rap music. In fact, participants weighing a hypothetical person's character considered their favorite rap lyrics more heavily than an actual murder accusation.

When white Americans feel they are losing politically compared to racial minorities, they become more likely to oppose economic redistribution programs. A new study explores how targeted political rhetoric shapes public opinion on government welfare.

A new experiment using brain wave monitoring shows that people with high psychopathic traits process social trust and financial rewards differently, experiencing intense mental conflict when violating social norms.

A new study in Communication Research reveals how underlying relationship dynamics shape our daily chats. Scientists found that relational doubts increase annoyance during routine conversations, while active support from a partner fosters happiness and positive communication.