Researchers have found that our ability to understand emotions from facial expressions is influenced by culture and language. Findings show that words like 'disgust' can alter brain connectivity, depending on cultural background, challenging the belief that emotional recognition is universal.
A new study reveals many Americans struggle to distinguish fact from opinion, critical for navigating political information. The findings have profound implications for civic discourse and the democratic process.
Pandemic-induced psychological distress, marked by stress, anxiety, and depression, has significantly impacted work productivity, especially among remote workers and the self-employed. Research highlights that the added stress depletes willpower, crucial for self-regulation and productivity.
A new study explores how anti-piracy messages affect intentions to pirate TV/films, revealing gender and attitude play key roles. While prosocial messages have little impact, threatening messages tend to increase piracy intentions in men with favorable views towards piracy but...
A study on the 2020 U.S. election revealed a partisan gap in democratic satisfaction, with declines among Republicans and rises among Democrats. Perceptions of electoral legitimacy and media fairness were found to fully account for this gap.
Attractive people often get a break in life, even in court. But recent research shows it's complex. Attractiveness can sway jurors, but not always. A study using videos of defendants and various crimes found attractiveness had a minor impact on...
A German study of 2,133 candidates found those with aversive traits like psychopathy and spitefulness more often used positive campaigning. Despite the negative connotations of such personalities, they're inclined to highlight their achievements, suggesting a strategic self-promotion in politics.
Social uncertainty increases distress in those with vulnerable narcissism but doesn't necessarily boost aggression, according to new research. This challenges older views linking narcissism directly to aggressive behavior.
Researchers explored how fantasy languages evoke emotions, finding specific phonetic element play a key role. Surprisingly, however, some languages intended to sound menacing, like Orkish, were perceived more pleasantly without context, suggesting stereotypes also shape our perceptions of languages.
A study in BMC Psychology reveals that social anxiety increases celebrity worship among college students, with mobile phone addiction mediating and socioeconomic status moderating this relationship.
Politicians' attachment styles and state culture predict bipartisan behavior, according to new research. Avoidantly attached politicians are more likely to cross party lines, while anxiously attached ones and those from culturally tighter states show less bipartisanship.
New research reveals that adolescents in adverse environments may develop psychopathic traits as strategies to achieve social success, like popularity and dating. This suggests psychopathy, often viewed negatively, can be an adaptive response to navigate challenging social landscapes.
A recent study delves into how sexist beliefs influence men's interest in relationships with robots, uncovering that those with antagonistic views towards women are more likely to be interested in "robosexuality." Amidst technological advancements, this research highlights the significant impact...
A study in BMC Psychology finds that high neuroticism and low conscientiousness, compounded by depression, heighten the risk of TikTok Use Disorder. Amid growing concerns over social media's impact, this research underscores the complex interplay between personality, mental health, and...
A study revealed brands supporting BLM on social media faced consumer backlash, resulting in decreased follower growth and increased negative comments. The effect was intensified by self-promotional content, highlighting the importance of authentic engagement in social activism.