Psychology

A white figure is seen approaching a black shadow-beast stretching out onto a blue background with white scratches. The beast lashes out in a hostile display, fangs bared, needle-like claws drawn and held up in a slicing gesture, whilst the white figure offers it red flowers tied in yellow paper as a sign of peace -- a perhaps healing.

Shadow Work vs. Dialectical Behavior Therapy: Uncovering Paths to Inner Growth

Is Shadow Work A Trending Phenomenon Reborn from the annals of history or a subset of Dialectical Behavior Therapy?…

March 24, 2024

A man in a blue gown with slick-backed hair sits on an examination table in a doctor's office adorned with diplomas, his sock adorned feet lying flat on a metal foot stool. Dr. Google is facing him, having clearly delivered terrible news based on his guarded posture, hands buried in his pockets; also, the fact that the man has broken down in tears and buried his face in his hands.

Social Media & Self-Diagnosis

Vera Pavlovich, Loyola University Maryland

With social media, awareness of symptoms of various diseases and disorders has spread rapidly, leading to a rise in self-diagnosis.…

February 23, 2024

In this article -- about how slang words like "Mommy" and "Daddy" represent decades of cultural and social development -- two shaded figures, a boy and a young man, exclaim the word "Daddy!" in front of a blue and green background with message icons on it. The boy's version is blocky and bold, with an exclamation attached; the man's is curved and luscious, hearts fluttering around it. The boy is holding his arms up in excitement, while the man is leaning on his hip in a seductive manner.

Daddy Energy and Mommy Vibes: Exploring the Evolution of Slang

Sarah Erin, Brooklyn College

Though un-noteworthy at first glance, slang words like "Mommy" and "Daddy" represent a long and fascinating cultural evolution.…

February 14, 2024

The Powerful, Transformative, and Life Changing Power of Music

Noah Hernandez, University of Texas at San Antonio

How music affects the brain from emotions of crying to laughter.…

December 7, 2023

The Just World Hypothesis

Azeezah Ibraheem, Near East University

Humans will go to great lengths to find order in a nonsensical world.…

December 22, 2022

in an article about birth order, three children from the back

Does Birth Order Impact Personality?

Nora Weiss, George Washington University

According to some theories, how you act can be determined by whether you were born first, last or somewhere in between.…

September 23, 2022

Minecraft Shows How Video Games Can Help Improve Your Creativity

Braden Beck, California State Channel Islands

Video games can strengthen innovation, thinking skills and strategy in young minds.…

August 10, 2022

illustration of cavemen around the fire with modern-day humans

How Being Related to Cavemen Affects Our Behavior

Tiffany Singh, University of Central Florida

The way we respond to fear and even our ability to tell lies may be influenced by human evolution.…

February 2, 2022

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Persuasion Techniques You’ll Likely Learn in Psychology Class

Tiffany Singh, University of Central Florida

There’s a science behind persuading somebody to do something, and even multiple ways to go about it.…

January 25, 2022

Brainwashing Isn’t Like It Is in the Movies, but Scientists Did Once Take It Seriously

Tiffany Singh, University of Central Florida

This term is frequently thrown around in pop culture, but many people don't know that it was used in real experimentation and research. …

December 4, 2021

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Float Tanks and the Benefits of Sensory Deprivation

Tiffany Singh, University of Central Florida

Though it may sound intimidating, eliminating your external stimuli can be relaxing and might even reduce your chronic pain.…

November 19, 2021

A figure is illustrated holding notebooks and wearing a name tag that reads "Hello, my name is: Writer."

The Precariousness of Taking On a Name

Mason Cannon, Columbia University

When can you call yourself a 'writer'? Or an artist? Or anything else?…

August 15, 2021

TikTok and the psychological effects on its users

Here’s What Psychologists Have to Say About TikTok

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

The popular app is fun and addictive, but it may also have some negatives effects on users, especially young people.…

August 8, 2021

Malcolm Gladwell book Talking to Strangers

Malcolm Gladwell’s Friends Fallacy, ‘Gone Girl’ and the Pitfalls of Presumed Familiarity

Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University

The book 'Talking to Strangers' explores the logical fallacies people fall into when interacting with others, and their detrimental effects are exemplified in popular media.…

July 17, 2021

Photo of a woman sitting at a desk looking stressed. (Photo by engin akyurt from Unsplash)

The Channel JCS – Criminal Psychology Was Blessed by the YouTube Algorithm

Zach Spangler, University of Michigan

Their video 'What pretending to be crazy looks like' amassed over 35 million views in only two weeks, a feat that introduced many new viewers to the true-crime account.…

June 24, 2021

An imaginative illustration of what mind wandering feels like

Mind Wandering Offers Countless Enriching Benefits

Isabelle Juan, Truman State University

While it can be frustrating for your mind to wander when trying to focus on a task, it can improve your long-term focus.…

March 22, 2021

Photo of a girl procrastinating for an article about Coursera and Psychology of Learning. (Photo by Tony Tran from Unsplash)

‘Psychology of Learning’ Offers Winning Strategies for Studying and Acquiring Knowledge

Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

Struggling with procrastination and feeling overworked? This free class through Coursera will make researching much easier so you can excel in college.…

March 9, 2021

Image of walkers from "The Walking Dead" in an article about the psychology behind horror movies and TV shows. (Image via Google Images)

Why Do We Enjoy Watching Horror Movies and TV Series?

Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

Films and television shows intended to frighten their audience oftentimes make viewers feel calm and peaceful instead. How is this done?…

February 24, 2021

Different Attachment Styles Can Impact Your Relationships

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

Deciphering how you bond with others can help you understand your current romantic connections.…

January 10, 2021

Psychology course in college. (Illustration by Eri Iguchi, Minneapolis College of Art and Design)

Why You Should Take Psychology Courses in College

Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

Even if it's not your field of study, taking one of these classes will help you gain a better understanding of yourself and the world around you.…

January 7, 2021

Illustration by Marlowe Pody for an article on Jeffrey Dahmer

Into the Forensic Psychology of Jeffrey Dahmer and His Crimes

Samantha Havela, University of Michigan

Now that the series 'Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story' is cleared for production, the serial killer is once again being talked about. What was behind his gruesome acts of brutality?…

October 25, 2020