Psychology
Psychology is the study of the mind. The mind dominates our view of the world around us. We react differently to the same situation depending on our mood. Our experiences during the formative period of childhood help to define our character and personality for the rest of our lives. Psychology can be applied to many different fields, including sports, music and education, but perhaps the most well-known is counselling. Counselling aims to help patients to be happier, more stable individals.
This is what a near-death experience actually feels like
Near-death experiences are unique. Large portions of people have reported intense visions and increased happiness – but why?
Why do I keep seeing faces in everything?
Spotting faces in clouds and toast? It could mean you're a creative genius.
How do I stop taking things personally?
Try not to take it to heart.
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How to finally feel better about your body, according to a psychologist
Body dysmorphia – the all-consuming obsession with perceived flaws in our looks – is sweeping the globe. What can be done and how is tech changing the way we see ourselves?
It’s time to rethink the pursuit of happiness
What if the pursuit of happiness in the traditional sense is the very thing stopping you from being happy?
How can I get over my ex?
Breaking up can be a brutal thing to get over, likened with the emotions of grief, but here's how to get over your ex
What enjoying others fail reveals about you
Ever laughed when your frenemy made a fool of themselves in public? Here's why you're not alone...
I'm a neuroscientist. Here's all you need to know about money to be truly happy
We all need enough funds to cover our basic needs, but beyond that the connection between wealth and wellness is less clear
How to actually become more attractive, according to science
No, you don’t need to take a hammer to your jawline. Just focus on these six steps instead
Why it's so difficult to spot female psychopaths
A small but growing body of research is finding that female psychopaths might be more common than we thought
The only real way to catch a liar, according to psychologists
The hidden tactics that give deceivers the upper hand
How the experiment that nearly killed free will is still haunting neuroscience
Neuroscience could hold the key to answering one of philosophy’s oldest questions
What to eat if you have ADHD, according to experts
ADHD traits can have a major impact on nutrition. But a recipe of behavioural and dietary strategies could improve symptoms and wider health
Your most draining relationships (except one) are taking years off your life, study suggests
Difficult people don’t just zap your energy – they may also accelerate your biological ageing
What makes someone a dark empath?
What makes someone a 'dark empath' and what does that mean? Here is how can you spot them
What's the best way to end a relationship?
There is no easy way, but there are some key things to do right
The hidden psychology of ‘know-it-alls’: Why they think they know everything
You don't want to do it like that, you want to do it like this...
The simple mental habit elite performers use to build instant willpower
Big goals can drain your willpower – but a science-backed technique might be the motivational rocket fuel you need
How to crack the subtle body language of liars
Online influencers claim subtle, non-verbal cues expose when a person is lying. But how much do gestures, eye contact and arm positioning really reveal?
Are psychopaths really that good at lying?
Are psychopaths really that good at lying? The research is clear
What your doctor won’t tell you about antidepressants
Stopping this medication can be hard, but researchers can’t agree on the risks
How to tackle your to-do list if you struggle with attention
Nine evidence-based ways to reduce mental load, beat procrastination and finally focus.
What actually makes somebody cool?
It's not your clothes, or about how many books you've read, here's the important measure.
How can I be more persuasive?
Don't get argumentative, get smarter with your points to win someone over.
