Mind & Behavior

Mind & Behavior

Study the science of how we think, feel, and act, with insights that help you better understand yourself and others.

Physicists have increasingly begun to view life as information-processing "states of matter" that require special consideration.
Kahneman wearing a suit, rests their chin on their hand while looking thoughtfully ahead.
Cognitive systems famously posited by psychologist Daniel Kahneman (1934-2024) may hold the key to a more productive and focused work environment.
A map with various yellow and brown faces showing different emotions, representing different regions.
50 years ago, Herman Chernoff proposed using human faces to represent multidimensional datasets. It was a good idea in theory — but a disaster in practice.
A display of vintage Italian newspapers and magazines, including "Cinema," "La Ragione," and "L'Era Nuova," arranged on a table at an outdoor market.
The evidence is far less clear than popular media might lead you to believe.
Abstract illustration of a partial human head with geometric shapes and interconnected lines extending from the top.
From flow to emotional intelligence, these insightful books feature actionable advice you can try out today.
An image contrasts two emotions: the left side shows a close-up of a tearful face, while the right side depicts a woman immersed in laughter.
Cody Delistraty explores if laughter can help alleviate the physical symptoms of grief.