Cambridge neuroscientist reveals her counterintuitive secret to success
The simple trick can cut procrastination and help you realize your full potential, she says.
Gun violence faced by a "striking" 60% of Black Americans
"Black Americans experience a disproportionate burden of violent injury and exposure to firearm violence in the U.S.," the study said.
Study finds mental disorders spread between teenagers
Researchers found an association between teen peers diagnosed with a mental disorder and an increased risk of receiving a mental disorder diagnosis later.
Babies' bilingualism begins in the womb, scientists reveal
"Newborns from bilingual mothers appear more sensitive to a wider range of acoustic variation of speech," researcher Natàlia Gorina-Careta said.
Can you blame bad behavior on your gut? Science says yes
New research challenges the classical view that complex decision making occurs only in our brains.
Linguist reveals the secret behind trending US baby names
"It's really interesting to see how prominent the patterns were," Northeastern University linguist Adam Cooper said.
Do you have no inner voice? 1 in 10 don't and it's a problem
The condition, called anendophasia, may affect how we solve problems and retain information.
Therapist explains how one simple activity can lead to instant mood boost
A licensed therapist spoke with Newsweek about how singing, or even just humming, to a song could instantly change your mood.
Boys' IQs may be impacted by moms' pregnancy stress levels
Researchers in Denmark found that increased cortisol, a stress hormone, in the third trimester may have a lasting impact on boys aged seven.
Bad sleep as a kid may increase psychosis risk
Researchers suggest increased risk of developing psychosis in early adulthood may be linked to inflammation caused by a weakened immune system.
Psychology student explains "biggest problem" for overthinkers
Josh Fraser-Young suggests that many people use this as "as a defense mechanism," but it could be detrimental to their relationships.
Former model shares theory about why beauty is so subjective
She explained why she thinks we're attracted to certain types of people, and what men are looking for psychically in a partner.
Why Do We Keep Checking Our Phones — Even When There Are No New Notificatio
Brand and culture expert Martin Lindstrom interviews tech addiction expert Nir Eyal about phone addiction.
Why Do We Procrastinate and What Can We Do To Change It?
Brand and culture expert Martin Lindstrom interviews Nobel Prize recipient Richard Thaler on the bizarre reasons we put off the inevitable.
New book reveals surprising ways your memory really works
Psychologists have said forgetting your keys is normal and does not always mean you have a bad memory.
Unlocking Your Superpower: The Surprising Key to Success and Fulfillment
Contrary to the view adopted by western science and psychology, emotions are not mere byproducts of cognition but essential components of our survival mechanism.
Narcissist CEOs hire people like them
This tendency can negatively affect company dynamics and incur additional costs for the business.
Eye change reveals if someone's focused, scientists say
Researchers at the University of Texas at Arlington found that our pupils dilate when we're concentrating.
The 'overlooked' attachment style that may be hurting your relationships
"When I am dating or in a relationship, the emotions I experience are often intense, conflicting, and painful," Allie K. Campbell told Newsweek.
I'm a psychologist. Here's why sensitive parenting is best for children
Responsive, sensitive parenting should be a birthright. Serve-and-return interactions will shape brain development for life.
Students may get lower grades based on their surnames
"It didn't occur to us until we looked at the data and realized that sequence makes a difference," researcher Jun Li said.
Why Do We Repeatedly Press The Elevator Button?
Martin Lindstrom looks into the psychology behind elevators, and why we can't resist pushing the button repeatedly, even though we know it's not going to go any faster.
Scientists reveal hidden benefit of blinking
The findings are evidence that blinking isn't simply a mechanism to keep our eyes moist and healthy, Rochester University researchers found.
Humans aren't innately selfish, brain scans reveal
Research suggests that when we make a decision that takes into account other people's preferences, we feel a sense of reward or pleasure.
Psychologists reveal why you can't remember if you locked your front door
A study suggests we tend to remember certain aspects of an experience such as the big picture or the general context, rather than the smaller details.
Common pet owner behavior that may be driving your dogs nuts
Canine cognition experts shared the signs dogs show when they love their owners as well as things humans do that can offend dogs.
Teen psychosis risk may be linked to computer and video game use
Using more video games and computers during teen years may increase the likelihood of having a psychotic experience by age 23.
How globalization Is dividing our cultural values
High-income Western countries have grown increasingly culturally distinct from other world regions, a study suggests.
Psychologists reveal simple trick to "eliminate" anger
Researchers at Nagoya University in Japan suggest it may help people in stressful workplace settings.
How your personality type may put you at risk of depression
The traits of neuroticism and introversion were the strongest predictors of depression, new research has found.