Christian Jarrett
Christian Jarrett
Dr Christian Jarrett is a cognitive neuroscientist, science writer and author. He is the Editor of Psyche, the sister magazine to Aeon that illuminates the human condition through psychology, philosophy and the arts. Jarrett also created the British Psychological Society's Research Digest blog and was the first ever staff journalist on the Society's magazine, The Psychologist. He is author of Great Myths of The Brain and Be Who You Want: Unlocking the Science of Personality Change.
Recent articles by Christian Jarrett

This headset will let you control your dreams, Inception-style. Here’s what to know before you lose track of reality

A US start-up is working on a headband designed to induce lucid dreams. But will it work and is it safe to use?
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Here’s what makes your emotions more infectious to others

Can your friend catch your bad mood, or can your partner infect you with happy one?
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Early risers and night owls: A neuroscientist explains who is happiest

Does early to bed and early to rise really make you healthy, wealthy and wise?
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4 simple, science-backed ways to build habits that stick

Baby steps can make a big difference.
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4 simple ways to finally stop catastrophising, explained by a psychologist

Catastrophe-filled thoughts are common and unpleasant. Here are some tips to manage them if they get out of hand...
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Here’s why you’re terrible at making new habits - and how to finally make them stick

Our lives are filled with habitual behaviours, both good and bad, but how do they form and how can we build better ones?
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Why we need to stop stigmatising borderline personality disorder

Despite being recognised by psychiatrists for decades, the condition remains misunderstood and undertreated.
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Anemoia: Why am I nostalgic for a time I didn’t know or a place I’ve never been?

Do you find yourself longing for the magic of yesteryear, even when you’ve not been there yourself? You’re not alone - a psychologist explains why.
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Why do I self-sabotage so much?

Actions which hurt your chance of success can come from low self-esteem – here are a few tips to break the habit.
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Power posing can make you feel more confident. But not for the reasons you might think

Does your body language shape who you are? A psychologist explains.
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The ultimate anxiety guide: The 6 biggest questions about worrying, answered by a psychologist

Here are the simple, science-backed ways of reframing your inner-demons.
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Why some people feel no shame, according to a psychologist

Remorseless is an essential part our species – and works as a social superpower to many.
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A neuroscientist explains how easy changes to your routine can improve your personality

In this extract from Be Who You Want: Unlocking the Science of Personality Change, cognitive neuroscientist Dr Christian Jarrett explains the situation-selection strategy.
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What is memory?

Why photographic memory is often misunderstood – and simple tricks to boost your memory.
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Why do I get anxious thoughts late at night?

Why worrying keeps you awake – and how to beat it.
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