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Accepting Emotions May Be Better Than Judging Them New research suggests that constantly evaluating your own happiness could actually make you less satisfied with life.
Aug 1, 2024
People tend to become less narcissistic as they age from childhood through older adulthood, according to a study published by the American Psychological Association.
Jul 11, 2024
Younger workers are struggling with feelings of loneliness and a lack of appreciation at work and tend to feel more comfortable working with people their own age, according to a survey by the American Psychological Association.
Jun 13, 2024
The notion that failure paves the way to success is a comforting platitude, but new research suggests it may be both misleading and harmful.
Jun 10, 2024
In an era marked by growing polarization across democracies worldwide, civilized political debates may seem like a distant dream.
May 13, 2024
A recent study published by the American Psychological Association has found that middle-aged and older adults now believe old age begins later in life compared to their peers' perceptions decades ago.
Apr 22, 2024
A new study published by the American Psychological Association has found that people who use willpower to resist temptations and reach their goals are seen as…
Apr 11, 2024
A new study published by the American Psychological Association has found that middle-aged adults in the United States report significantly higher levels of loneliness compared to their European counterparts.
Mar 18, 2024
Sleep loss does more than just make us tired. It can undermine our emotional functioning, decrease positive moods and put us at higher risk for anxiety…
Dec 22, 2023
Debunking, “prebunking,” nudging and teaching digital literacy are several of the more effective ways to counter misinformation, according to a new report from the American Psychological Association.
Nov 29, 2023
Though people often want to share good news as soon as they learn it, a study published by the American Psychological Association has found that keeping good news a secret before telling someone else could make people feel more energized and alive.
Nov 13, 2023
While often perceived as a negative emotion, anger can also be a powerful motivator for people to achieve challenging goals in their lives, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.
Oct 30, 2023
When given the choice to learn how their actions will affect someone else, 40% of people will choose ignorance, often in order to have an excuse to act selfishly, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.
Oct 19, 2023
People who have recovered from a major depressive episode, when compared with individuals who have never experienced one, tend to spend more time processing…
Aug 21, 2023
