social-psychology

Scientists discovered that the brain begins preparing for social connection before we even make the first move. Why do we decide to approach other people? According to new research, the answer may start unfolding in the brain several seconds before any movement takes place. A team of scientists from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem has [...]

Deni Elliott explains how dogs want to share their canine-based perceptions with their people and why we should respond by basing relationships on affirmation and positivity.

A recent study reveals a continuous cycle between an inflated ego and climbing the social ladder. While grandiose narcissism drives people to seek status, successfully gaining that status appears to fuel their narcissism even further.

Neuroscientists are discovering that spending time with others may be a basic biological necessity, like need for food or water.

A new international study finds that middle-aged Americans are lonelier, more depressed, and experiencing worse memory and health than earlier generations. Researchers say growing financial strain, weaker social supports, and chronic stress may explain why the U.S. is falling behind other wealthy nations.

Following a failed relationship in my 40s, solitude is tempting. But I’m not giving up on finding love, warts and all My birthday is coming up next month. I will be, by my count, even more ancient than I was last year. I’ll be far enough from 40 to make it irrational to lie and say I’m actually in my late 30s. I’m solidly, unequivocally in middle age. And when you’re in middle age, you do a lot o…

New research from a Kelley Indianapolis professor revealing why people admire self-sacrifice--even when it doesn't change outcomes. Discover what this instinct says about human judgment and how it shapes the way we evaluate effort, purpose, and impact.

(Wired) – Moms are outsourcing tedious household tasks to ChatGPT and selling courses teaching others to do the same. Where are all the dads? Schmidt is one of a growing cohort of women branding themselves as a new type of … Read More

When society tells men they are becoming more feminine, those with traditional views of masculinity often react defensively. This psychological threat makes them less likely to step in and stop instances of sexual harassment at work.

Whether you’re talking about a great game of tennis or good communication, the hallmark of successful relationships is how good you are at what’s called serve and return.

A study at one of Earth’s most isolated research stations offers new clues about how teams adapt during long periods of confinement. When people are isolated in extreme environments, it seems intuitive that spending more time together would strengthen social bonds. But new research suggests that under the right conditions, constant contact may actually create [...]

IntroductionMost of the research on reducing loneliness has taken a deficit-based approach that focuses on formal interventions rather than an asset-based approach that empowers individuals to manage their own loneliness. There is little understanding of the self-initiated strategies individuals use to manage their loneliness, and a lack of clarity on how perceived effectiveness and use of those …

A new study challenges the idea that people simply prefer "like-minded" individuals. Through a series of experiments, researchers found that the belief that someone is factually wrong, not just different, is what truly drives social division and avoidance.

A recent psychology study found that people who are highly motivated by growth and advancement tend to have an inflated sense of their own attractiveness, giving them the confidence to pursue highly desirable romantic partners.

A new German study reveals that feeling powerful within a romantic relationship is a much better predictor of sexual assertiveness than gender. The findings challenge the traditional assumption that men naturally take the lead in the bedroom.

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In this 8th and last episode of season 1 for Science Engaged, I speak with Meaghan McKasy, who studies how humor affects people’s attitude and perception of science. Dr. McKasy […] The post Meaghan McKasy on using humor to spark conversations on tough scientific issues appeared first on Civic Science Media Lab .

IntroductionNarrative, or storytelling, is a primary form of social communication. Prior work has documented differences in narrative in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), but predominantly focused on English-speaking Western countries. Given the internalization of cultural values and conventions shapes narrative, the extent to which environmental (i.e., cultural and linguistic) fac…

Sharenting is one of the most common things parents do. But beware of the pros and cons.

Line up a hundred Canadians who are 20 to 24 years old and ask the right questions, and roughly twenty-four of them will describe a life shaped by the fear of being watched, judged, found wanting. Do the same with a hundred people over 65, and the number drops to six. That is not a small wobble between generations. It is a fourfold gap, and it sits at the center of a new national portra New! Sign…