Heavy drinking impairs next-day cognitive functioning in college students
A new study reveals that high-intensity and blackout drinking leave young adults struggling with memory and daily tasks the next...
Narcissism and dark personality traits predict a strong desire for cosmetic surgery
Individuals exhibiting traits of narcissism, psychopathy, and manipulativeness are noticeably more open to altering their physical appearance. A new study...
Negative emotions are linked to higher trust in political statements
By measuring facial expressions and heart rates, researchers discovered that momentary emotional reactions often align with political ideology, predicting whether...
How your attachment style is linked to the way you experience being alone
Do you enjoy your alone time, or do you feel forced into it? A recent study found that people with...
Sexism is often a stronger predictor of political attitudes than a voter’s actual gender
How do prejudiced beliefs influence the ballot box? A comprehensive review of nearly 100 studies provides evidence that different types...
Scientists pinpoint an overlooked stretch of DNA linked to the main features of autism
A new study in Nature reveals that a specific non-coding genetic sequence shapes the core social and repetitive traits of...
A 16-year study reveals how childhood lying patterns predict adult outcomes
While most children outgrow occasional fibs, new research shows that persistent childhood lying predicts a higher risk of antisocial behavior...
How specific psychopathic traits relate to personal identity and social connections
A new psychological investigation details how people with different psychopathic traits view their own identity, showing that emotional callousness is...
Psychologists turn to hair samples to shed light on the biology of parenting in fascinating new study
By analyzing small samples of human hair, researchers have uncovered a lasting biological link between a mother's social hormones and...
Spirituality is associated with a 13% lower risk of harmful alcohol and other drug use
A comprehensive review of more than 50 studies has found a strong link between spirituality and a lower risk of...