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Mind & Behavior
Study the science of how we think, feel, and act, with insights that help you better understand yourself and others.
Americans are more willing to put the greater good above their own interests today than in the 1950s.
From politics to culture, we blame “tribalism” for humanity’s problems. This explanation is entirely wrong.
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When you hold yourself financially accountable, you’re likely to gain more than just some extra money.
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Instead of liberation, the sexual revolution has led some people, particularly men, to be addicted to porn.
If you want to escape the negativity, head to Kazakhstan.
We all want to have a good, stable relationship with somebody, says Dr. Helen Fisher. So it's important to understand how intense romantic love affects our long-term goals.
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When you don’t know what you’re looking for, it’s easier to miss it.
Perfectionism is on the rise, and its consequences for mental health can be devastating. The Japanese philosophy of "wabi sabi" can help.
These dissolvable pills aren’t meant to be swallowed, though.
The separation of conjoined twins is fraught with stomach-churning biomedical and ethical challenges.
These salamanders are helping unlock the mysteries of brain evolution and regeneration.
Executive presence training can help leaders learn how to better support their people, become more self aware, communicate effectively, and more.
Just a small gesture or a thoughtful comment can often alter a situation, or people’s perceptions of it, in ways that relieve tensions and make them feel appreciated and included.
Think you should speak about 40% of the time in conversation? How about 70%?
Creativity and achievement require balancing hard work with the restful power of calm.
"Our risk-benefit analysis showed that benefits exceeded procedural risks… by up to 200 to 1."
Turning away is a natural response.
Why, exactly, don't you trust that person's opinion?
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What the ‘decade of the brain’ taught us about drug addiction. (Hint, we had it all wrong before.)
One tiny change might have made a huge difference.