A study of 7,752 members across three US health clubs found that people on flat monthly contracts paid more than $17 per visit on average…
Aug 12, 2026
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Brain & Behavior
Neuroscience, psychology, and the science of how we think and act.
Most advice on making people take you seriously rests on shaky ground
Aug 12, 2026
Most of the joy we gain from other people is discussed as close relationships, but research points to an overlooked source
Aug 12, 2026
Why life can seem faster with age: a 499-person study found age explained at most 10% of the variation, and a 2025 review says novelty is…
Aug 12, 2026
The habits that make people respect you more tend to be the ones that look like they should backfire
Aug 12, 2026
The habits that quietly drain self-confidence tend to be the ones that feel protective
Aug 12, 2026
Introversion is not shyness or dislike of people
Aug 12, 2026
Thought of the day from Atomic Habits: "It doesn't make sense to continue wanting something if you're not willing to do what it takes to…
Aug 12, 2026
Why older adults often have smaller social circles
Aug 11, 2026
An eight-week trial asked 60 older adults to take 15-minute walks
Aug 11, 2026
In 1972, American basketball players did something that had never happened at an Olympics before or since
By Daniel Moran · Aug 11, 2026
Søren Kierkegaard believed the deepest despair in life isn't unhappiness
By Daniel Moran · Aug 11, 2026