Psychology Today

Better self-discipline doesn't have to be forced. It can be a byproduct of finding a hobby you love and allowing it to shape you. This is how. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/in-pra…

Attitudes toward sex have become increasingly open, but many sex acts can still trigger strong feelings of disgust, especially in these 6 categories. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/experi…

Why does birdwatching feel so absorbing? The mix of focused attention, learning, and time in nature may actually strengthen the brain and support long-term cognitive health, explains @austinperlmd psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-mo…

Even when you’re full, early brain responses to food cues stay rewarding, helping explain why seeing snacks can still trigger wanting and lead to overeating. 🍟 Learn more in this article by @WmHaseltine psychologytoday.com/us/blog/best-p…

We all know the reasons ABC pulled this season of ‘The Bachelorette,’ but what we haven’t talked about is the psychology behind why that decision feels so upsetting. Psychologist @drisabellemorley shares some helpful insights here. What do you think about it? Tell us. 💭

Many single people are perfectly happy with their lives despite not being in a long-term relationship. For those who feel the absence, though, this may be the greatest source of pain. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/a-funn…

When a friend or family member starts telling you things you’d really rather not know, what can you do to stop them? Research on "reluctant confidants" offers some guidance. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/commun…

Why mint delivers a cooling sensation has been a mystery for decades. New research solves it, and offers hope for better treatments for pain, congestion, and dry eye. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-se…

Why do people we meet while traveling feel like instant best friends only to vanish once the trip ends? The bonds are real, but they’re shaped by the novelty and how much easier it can feel to open up when you’re far from home. Read more by @takenbybrain psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-re…

New studies on the links between sexual activity, relationship commitment, and personality reveal that we still have plenty to learn about why we do what we do in the bedroom. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-ve…

Throughout history, pairs of great minds have driven creative and scientific advances. Here's how to apply the lessons from their experiences to your own home or office. psychologytoday.com/us/articles/20…

Perfectionists want what they can't have and, more importantly, what can't exist. Here's how their preoccupation with having it all contributes to their chronic state of unhappiness, explains @leonscafe31 psychologytoday.com/us/blog/perfec…

What we feel, others feel, research proves. That holds true whether our feelings are positive or negative, so why not spread a little sunshine? psychologytoday.com/us/blog/brains…

The idea that new couples should have sex on the third date has become popular, but is it actually a reasonable ground rule? These are the pros and cons. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/a-funn…

Can You Burst a Bad Mood? 😡 Take our new quiz to test your ability to instantly improve your mood. 🤙 psychologytoday.com/us/quizzes/moo…

Attractive people, research has shown, have higher life satisfaction than others. But a new study found the effect to be much stronger in men than women. Read more: psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-as…

Death is a universal and inevitable human experience, so why do so few humans understand what happens as life ends? These findings help explain, and cast fresh light on near-death experiences. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-su…

It's healthy to become angry when we are treated poorly. But getting offended too easily is like having a pollen allergy—and the results can be just as chaotic and damaging. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/a-ment…

Creative people have a rich imagination and the ability to think divergently—but they are also grounded in reality. Here are some new insights into how their brains work. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/beauti…

Work should be more than just something you do to pay the bills. It should be a place where you get to become who you’re meant to be. Here's how to use psychology to make that happen. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/code-c…