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Some people love to scare themselves in an already scary world − here’s the psychology of why

Fall for me as a teenager meant football games, homecoming dresses – and haunted houses. My friends organized group trips to the local fairground, where barn sheds were turned into halls of horror, and masked men nipped at our ankles with (chainless) chain saws as we waited in line, anticipating…

The Conversation

The Lion king in waiting? Why Ireland’s new talisman Caelan Doris fits the bill

The country boy from Lacken who is now a world-class No 8 on enjoying captaincy, a fascination with psychology and his penchant for hot yoga

The Guardian - UK

The end of Trump's impunity

Trump's "brand is impunity," says psychologist Stephen Ducat. Harris prosecuting the case against Trump upends that

Salon

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Workplace wellbeing programmes often don’t work – but here’s how to make them better

The World Health Organization (WHO) has just published alarming statistics showing that employee mental health issues result in a US$1 trillion (£747 billion) loss in productivity each year. The WHO has called on employers to take urgent action by introducing comprehensive wellbeing programmes to tackle the escalating mental health crisis…

The Conversation

Himpathy: the psychology of why some people side with perpetrators of sexual misconduct – podcast

In 2018, the Australian philosopher Kate Manne coined the word “himpathy” to describe what she called “the inappropriate and disproportionate sympathy powerful men often enjoy in cases of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, homicide and other misogynistic behavior”.

The Conversation

Why children lie – an expert reveals the truth: ‘It’s a sign of healthy development’

Kang Lee, a psychology professor at the University of Toronto, has studied thousands of children to ascertain how they learn to lie, and how this fits into their development of social and moral understanding

The Guardian - UK

I'm a running coach and social psychology PhD and these five mental hacks will help you to get into a running routine

You'll be amazed by how great you feel when you run regularly, but getting into the habit can be hard—here are five psychological techniques that can help you stick with it

Fit & Well

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Optical illusion psychology test: What you see first can predict if you are lucky or have challenges to face in life

Optical illusion tests are specialised images which can be interpreted in different ways. In such images, the elements are like illusions and can appear differently to people. Based on what one sees first in the image, it reveals the psychology of a person and how they perceive and interpret the…

The Times of India

50 Incredibly Cool Things That Are Free Online That Everyone Should Take Advantage Of

There are a jaw-dropping 5.35 billion internet users around the world. But you’d be surprised how many people are not aware of the free resources available to them. The post 50 Incredibly Cool Things That Are Free Online That Everyone Should Take Advantage Of first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Man behind term presenteeism blasts RTO bosses as 'dinosaurs'

A work psychology guru says Amazon's RTO mandate goes against the evidence and won't improve productivity.

Fortune

More governments are promising a ‘right to disconnect’ – but psychology affects how well we can unplug from work

The idea of a “right to disconnect” from work is gaining traction worldwide, with countries like France and Spain enacting laws to protect workers from the demands of the digital age. The UK government has also indicated it will do the same.

The Conversation

58 Introvert Memes By This Instagram Page Dedicated To Those Who Want Some Peace And Quiet

Are you still scared to answer a phone with an unknown number? This online group then might be for you. The post 58 Introvert Memes By This Instagram Page Dedicated To Those Who Want Some Peace And Quiet first appeared on Bored Panda.

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The Psychology Behind Online Gambling: Why Spinstralia Casino Has You Hooked

Online gambling has rapidly evolved into a multi-billion-dollar industry, tapping into the psychology of excitement, risk, and reward that has driven human behavior for centuries. When it comes to online gambling in Australia, Spinstralia Casino stands as a shining example of how this psychological landscape is navigated and capitalized on.…

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‘It’s the only disease where you’re not supported to fight for your life’: why Kate Swaffer is demanding dementia rights

When Swaffer was diagnosed with younger onset dementia at 49, she was told to prepare for the end. Instead she embarked on a mission

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‘Going backward’: How demonising migrants remains fertile ground in US

Anti-migrant tropes invoked for political purposes are fuelling dehumanisation and raise risk of violence, experts say.

The Texas Tribune

Texas leads push for faster certification of mental health professionals

Other states look to Texas as the state psychology board pushes against the new national licensing requirements.

Salon

How "#Untruth" keeps Trumpism alive

Salon talks to the director of the "#Unfit" sequel about why Trumpism and misinformation continue to proliferate

The Times of India

Optical illusion psychology test: What you see first reveals your problem solving ability

Optical illusion psychology tests have become quite popular among people these days. As the name suggests, these are fun images wherein various elements appear differently. Depending on what one sees first, a person's personality traits can be decoded. How? Well the answer is simple: as per psychology, different people often…

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Puny chocolate bars and miniature crisps: is ‘shrinkflation’ the worst business practice ever?

Next time you pick up a package of coffee or a pack of toilet paper, take a closer look. You might notice the package looks familiar, but what is inside has subtly diminished. This is “shrinkflation” in action, a pricing strategy used by manufacturers worldwide. By reducing product size instead…

Newcastle Herald

How to be happy, flourish, thrive: Newcastle's mental health expo

Psychology movement that asks 'what makes life worth living?'

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Design Psychology: How to Captivate and Convert Exhibition Visitors With Your Stand

If you are considering exhibiting at a trade show or exhibition, your stand design will be crucial. Design plays a hugely important role in attracting attendees, engaging interested parties, and making a positive impression.

Homes & Gardens

Why does clutter creep back into your home, but not others? Interior Therapist reveals 5 psychological drivers (and fixes) for clutter-keeping

Understanding the psychology will free you from keeping hold of clutter you have struggled to part with

The Conversation

Learn how to budget with the help of psychology

Developing an understanding of how to manage personal finances can be even more crucial in the early stages of your career when your salary may be relatively low.

The Times of India

5 signs to spot a narcissist on your first date

Confident, charming, and attractive, narcissists may be among the ones making the perfect impression during a first date. Hiding behind a façade of being extremely caring and loving, people with narcissistic tendencies may actually be covering up their selfishness and self-obsession. Some narcissists’ magnetic personalities, physical attractiveness, and social boldness…

The Independent UK

University says it is first to open ‘Minecraft psychology lab’

Students at the University of Essex will learn, research and build experiments within the popular computer game.

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