Psychology

Why Do Fictional Animal Deaths Make Me So Sad?

There's something about animals dying in movies and TV shows that truly wrecks me.

Why We Can't Get Enough of Reality Dating Shows

There are many things in life I feel in control of, like how I respond to conflict or how many days a week I go to the gym.

The Psychology Behind Iced Coffee Devotees

Picture this: It's cold, windy, maybe even freezing, and all you want is an iced coffee.

Hey TikTokers, Stop Asking the Internet How Old You Look

This week on TikTok crazes that'll leave you feeling unhinged, "Guess My Age" videos where users post a clip of themselves asking strangers to predict their age has garnered over 100 million views.

The Psychology Behind the Rise and Fall of Trends

Cottagecore, mob wife, coastal cowgirl, coquette, glazed-doughnut nails, strawberry makeup.

The Psychology Behind Why We're Obsessed With "The Traitors"

Watch out: this post contains spoilers.

Why Feeling Fear Can Be So Much Fun, According to a Psychologist

Bullying Isn't Just "a Part of Growing Up" — It's Altering Our Kids' Brains

Bullying isn't just a normal part of life that most everyone "has" to deal with as they grow up.

This Complex Theory About Get Out Is So Deep, Even Jordan Peele Was Impressed

The following contains spoilers for Get Out.

The Effects of Spanking Children Are "Wholly Negative," Says an Expert

The subject of spanking children has long been in the hot seat, with some parents firmly in the "yes" and "no" camps, while others hover in the gray area in between.

PSA to Those Shaming Blue Ivy For Being Spoiled: She's Actually Just a Typical 6-Year-Old

There were a number of memorable performances and moments from the 2018 Grammy Awards, but during Camila Cabello's speech about Dreamers prior to her introducing U2 is when the most memorable of them all (according to social media) went down.

16 Things Extremely Likeable People Do

Being likeable has its benefits — you'll have an easier time scoring your dream job and making friends.