The Light Triad vs. Dark Triad of Personality
New research contrasts two very different profiles of human nature.
Stories by Scott Barry Kaufman
Podcast Recap (February 2019): The Alter-Ego Effect and the Flexibility of Human Sexuality
The Psychology Podcast recap for February 2019
When Does Intelligence Peak?
Maybe that's not even the right question
Liberals and Conservatives Are Both Susceptible to Fake News, but for Different Reasons
New research suggests both liberals and conservatives are motivated to believe fake news, and dismiss real news that contradicts their ideologies
Are Intellectuals Suffering a Crisis of Meaning?
What is the relationship between intellectual giftedness and meaning in life?
Podcast Recap (January 2019): Honoring the Wisdom of Indigenous Peoples and a Mindful Approach to Nonviolent Communication
The Psychology Podcast recap for January 2019
There Is No Nature–Nurture War
One of the leading behavioral geneticists of our time is promulgating outdated notions about the interplay of nature and nurture
Are Psychopaths Attracted to Other Psychopaths?
Psychopathic birds of a feather flock together...
The Neuroscience of Creativity: A Q&A with Anna Abraham
The latest state of the field of the neuroscience of creativity
Podcast Recap (December 2018): Drunk Science, the Replication Crisis, Unsafe Thinking and Mental Health
The Psychology Podcast recap for December 2018
Can Intelligence Buy You Happiness?
New research suggests that IQ leads to greater well-being by enabling one to acquire the financial and educational means necessary to live a better life
Why Do People Mistake Narcissism for High Self-Esteem?
Why people form such positive first impressions of narcissists...
Enough with the "Learning Styles" Already!
New research adds to the skepticism surrounding the adoption of learning styles in education.
Podcast Recap (November 2018): The Universe, Meaning, Culture, Gratitude and Human Nature
The Psychology Podcast Recap for November 2018
What Happens When People Are Intentionally More Open to New Experiences?
New research investigates the effects of engaging in behaviors associated with openness to new experiences
Do You Have a Healthy Personality?
New research identifies the personality profile that is most conducive to psychological health
What Does It Mean to Be Self-Actualized in the 21st Century?
New research links self-actualization to optimal creativity, well-being and self-transcendence
Podcast Recap (October 2018): Sexual Fantasies, DNA, Habits and Perfect Timing
The Psychology Podcast recap for October 2018
The Personality Trait That Is Ripping America (and the World) Apart
People who are antagonistic resonate more with populist messages
Can You Quantify Awe?
Researchers attempt to capture the full richness of the awe experience
