Psychology
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Editor's Choice
Not quite an introvert or an extrovert? Maybe you’re an ambivert
Our personalities are generally thought to consist of five primary factors: openness to experience, conscientiousness, extroversion, agreeableness and neuroticism, with…
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What’s the difference between shyness and social anxiety?
What’s the difference? is a new editorial product that explains the similarities and differences between commonly confused health and medical…
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‘Self-love’ might seem selfish. But done right, it’s the opposite of narcissism
“To love what you are, the thing that is yourself, is just as if you were embracing a glowing red-hot…
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Anger, sadness, boredom, anxiety – emotions that feel bad can be useful
Remember the sadness that came with the last time you failed miserably at something? Or the last time you were…
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Why One Extra Word at the End Makes You Forget Everything
During a psychology class experiment at Delhi’s Modern School, teacher Mr. Patel tested his Class 10 students’ memory using a…
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Why You Think Right Now Is More Important Than Any Other Time
During a heated debate in the school assembly at Mumbai’s St. Xavier’s College, eighteen-year-old Arjun made a passionate declaration: “Our…
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Why You Almost Remember Names But Just Can’t Quite Get Them
During a casual conversation at Delhi’s National Public School, eighteen-year-old Kavya was discussing her favorite movies with friends. “You know…
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Why Last Month Feels Like Last Year And Last Year Feels Like Last Month
Eighteen-year-old Arjun from Chennai was having a conversation with his girlfriend Meera about their relationship. “I can’t believe it’s already…
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Why the Good Old Days Always Seem Better: Understanding Rosy Retrospection
It is a Sunday afternoon. Your grandmother is sitting by the window, sipping her tea, and she says something you…
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Why You Think Everyone’s Watching You (But They’re Really Not)
Eighteen-year-old Arjun from Mumbai was running late for his Class 10 physics exam. In his rush, he grabbed what he…
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Why Your Best Memories Are From Your Teen Years: The Science of the Reminiscence Bump
Ask your grandfather about the best years of his life, and watch what happens. His eyes will light up. He’ll…
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Why You Remember Things About Yourself Better Than Anything Else
During an English class experiment at Delhi’s Modern School, teacher Mrs. Kumar gave her Class 10 students an interesting vocabulary…
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The Visual Advantage: Why Your Brain is Built for Pictures
As a journalist who has spent a decade chasing stories across the globe, I have interviewed everyone from neuroscientists to…
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Why False Information After Events Changes What You Remember
When a minor traffic accident occurred outside Delhi’s Connaught Place metro station, eighteen-year-old Arjun witnessed it happen. A blue car…
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Why Longer Lists Make You Forget More But Remember More
Eighteen-year-old Priya and her younger brother Arjun from Chennai both needed to go shopping for their family. Their mother gave…
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