Psychology
Psychology is the study of the mind. The mind dominates our view of the world around us. We react differently to the same situation depending on our mood. Our experiences during the formative period of childhood help to define our character and personality for the rest of our lives. Psychology can be applied to many different fields, including sports, music and education, but perhaps the most well-known is counselling. Counselling aims to help patients to be happier, more stable individals.
How to actually become more attractive, according to science
No, you don’t need to take a hammer to your jawline. Just focus on these six steps instead
Why it's so difficult to spot female psychopaths
A small but growing body of research is finding that female psychopaths might be more common than we thought
The only real way to catch a liar, according to psychologists
The hidden tactics that give deceivers the upper hand
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How the experiment that nearly killed free will is still haunting neuroscience
Neuroscience could hold the key to answering one of philosophy’s oldest questions
What to eat if you have ADHD, according to experts
ADHD traits can have a major impact on nutrition. But a recipe of behavioural and dietary strategies could improve symptoms and wider health
Your most draining relationships (except one) are taking years off your life, study suggests
Difficult people don’t just zap your energy – they may also accelerate your biological ageing
What makes someone a dark empath?
What makes someone a 'dark empath' and what does that mean? Here is how can you spot them
What's the best way to end a relationship?
There is no easy way, but there are some key things to do right
The hidden psychology of ‘know-it-alls’: Why they think they know everything
You don't want to do it like that, you want to do it like this...
The simple mental habit elite performers use to build instant willpower
Big goals can drain your willpower – but a science-backed technique might be the motivational rocket fuel you need
How to crack the subtle body language of liars
Online influencers claim subtle, non-verbal cues expose when a person is lying. But how much do gestures, eye contact and arm positioning really reveal?
Are psychopaths really that good at lying?
Are psychopaths really that good at lying? The research is clear
What your doctor won’t tell you about antidepressants
Stopping this medication can be hard, but researchers can’t agree on the risks
How to tackle your to-do list if you struggle with attention
Nine evidence-based ways to reduce mental load, beat procrastination and finally focus.
What actually makes somebody cool?
It's not your clothes, or about how many books you've read, here's the important measure.
How can I be more persuasive?
Don't get argumentative, get smarter with your points to win someone over.
We may finally know what really causes social anxiety – and how to reverse it
Social fear isn’t just psychological. New research is uncovering its biological roots – and how to reset them.
Why do I always walk into a room and forget what I’m doing?
Cognitive neuroscientist Dr Christian Jarrett explains the bizarre memory quirk
'Active' optimists live longer, happier lives. Here's how to become one
Is manifestation pure pseudoscience or could there be something to it?
How many fathers are unknowingly raising children that aren't theirs?
A surprisingly common issue that is occurring around the world.
Here’s what your sexual fantasies say about your personality, study claims
Your sexual inner world could be linked with a host of physical and mental conditions
We're finally learning what it's like to die. And it's not as bad as you think...
What does dying feel like? By studying patients who’ve suffered near-death experiences, scientists are one step closer to finding out what happens in our brains during our last moments
6 surprising tricks that make you (nearly) unbeatable at board games
The gloves are off and the battle lines drawn. Arm yourself with these maths- and psychology-backed tricks to win six iconic games and triumph over your friends and foes
Does negative thinking increase your risk of dementia?
Can negative thinking raise your risk of dementia and other psychological disorders? Here's how to catch the negative thinking pattern
