Press Releases

Experiencing Existential Dread? Tylenol May Do the Trick

Thinking about death can cause us to feel a sort of existential angst that isn’t attributable to a specific source. Now, new research suggests that acetaminophen, an over-the-counter pain medication, may help to reduce this existential pain. ... More>


Our Futures Look Bright – Because We Reject the Possibility That Bad Things Will Happen

People believe they’ll be happy in the future because they discount the possibility that bad things will actually occur, according to a new research published in Psychological Science. ... More>


New Research From Psychological Science

A sample of new research exploring perceived causality and motion; predictors of personality disorder; molecular genetics and posttraumatic stress disorder; and factors associated with the rejection of science. ... More>


Most Effective PTSD Therapies Are Not Being Widely Used, Researchers Find

Most people struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder don’t receive treatments that have been shown to ameliorate symptoms of PTSD, according to a new report in Psychological Science in the Public Interest. ... More>


In Sales, Confidence and Charisma May Not Seal the Deal

Think of a stereotypical salesperson and you’re likely to conjure up someone who’s extraverted and assertive. But a new study suggests that person may not bring in the most sales. ... More>