Psychology

Cognitive-behavioral therapy helps to treat symptoms of schizophrenia for which drugs are ineffective

How romance affects our well-being is a lot more complicated than “they lived happily ever after.”

Are you “anxious,” “avoidant” or  “disorganized?” So-called attachment styles have taken the Internet by storm. But it turns out there’s a lot more to unpack than people think. 

To improve workers’ health, research shows, companies need to support “transformational” leaders and weed out “destructive” actors, not just tout wellness programs

Host Shayla Love dives into the true story behind the now infamous 36 questions that lead to love.

Cops—no matter their own race—are more confrontational toward Black drivers. Social psychologist Nicholas Camp describes ways to reduce police antagonism

Commuting creates a liminal space that allows people to transition between home and work, which remote work doesn’t provide

In good news, our reactions to stressful events improve as we age. But living in uncertain times will still take a toll

Leaving aside a cherished objective may benefit psychological and even physical health

People who engage in random acts of kindness may not fully recognize the impact of their behavior on others

Suppressing memories using an “amnesic shadow” could someday lead to a gentler therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder

People who prioritize “meaning” when they shop may unwittingly convince themselves to buy cheaper goods, services and experiences