Mental Health
Key Takeaways Ageism is widespread in the United States, manifesting in employment discrimination, media stereotypes, social exclusion, and dating, often beginning as early as a person’s 40s or 50s. …
Key Takeaways When faced with evidence that contradicts their beliefs, many people double down rather than update their views, a pattern driven by cognitive dissonance and belief perseverance. This …
Key Takeaways In a profit-driven economy, skills are not permanent assets — they rise and fall as firms pursue efficiency and maximize returns, forcing workers into repeated cycles of …
Key Takeaways Mate choice copying, where women prefer men chosen by other women, is a documented social influence in dating, but its effects are modest and can lead to …
Key Takeaways: Beauty filters make unrealistic “perfect” faces seem normal, tricking your brain into harsher self-comparison. They trigger self-objectification → constant appearance monitoring → lower self-esteem and anxiety. Filters …
Abuse and other forms of stress experienced in childhood or even in utero put children at increased risk for health problems in adulthood. There are several anatomical and functional …
Key Takeaways Cults use thought reform to control beliefs through isolation and coercion. Social media algorithms create echo chambers, amplifying extreme content for profit. Research-based self-assessment questionnaires can help …
High-functioning autism or HFA is a term used for those who have autism spectrum disorder and are capable of completing daily errands without assistance. They also have better functional …
Key Takeaways: Algorithms fuel compulsive use by exploiting psychological triggers, keeping users hooked for longer. Engagement is profit-driven, with design features like infinite scroll built to maximize ad revenue. …
“Try not to dwell too much on the past,” advise psychologists from the Beckman Institute in Illinois. They assert that the aftermath of a painful event is more memorable …
