More Than Just Faces in a Crowd
You’re in a crowded place, trying to spot the friend you were supposed to meet – how many other faces… More
Cognitive Processes
Why We Fall Prey to Misinformation
Even when we know better, we often rely on inaccurate or misleading information to make future decisions. A review of scientific research explores the reasons why… More
Sleep Makes Relearning Faster and Longer-Lasting
Sleeping between study sessions may make it easier to recall what you studied and relearn what you forgot, with lasting results… More
New Research From Psychological Science
Read about the latest research published in Psychological Science: The Effect of Relative Encoding on Memory-Based Judgments Marissa A. Sharif and… More
What Your Brain Looks Like When It Solves a Math Problem
The New York Times: Solving a hairy math problem might send a shudder of exultation along your spinal cord. But… More
Don’t think too positive
aeon: Do you believe that positive thinking can help you achieve your goals? Many people today do. Pop psychology and… More