The ‘Real You’ is a Myth
Researchers say we constantly create false memories to help us achieve the identity we want.... Read More...
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Our Shared Reality is Fraying
Researchers report truth is key to normal human interactions and consider how society might be losing its sense of shared reality.... Read More...
Life’s Purpose Rests in Brain’s Drive to Extract Meaning From the World
A new article questions what gives us purpose in life? Researchers speculate it is our drive to extract meaning from the world around us.... Read More...
Does the Brain Really Feel No Pain?
Is the popular claim that the brain feels no pain substantiated? A new paper looks at the accuracy of the belief.... Read More...
What’s Your First Memory? Did It Ever Really Happen?
What is the earliest memory you can recall? How sure are you the event really happened? Researchers say our earliest memories are more likely to be fictional.... Read More...
Why Synthetic Marijuana is So Risky
With the availability and use of synthetic marijuana on the rise, researchers look at the risks associated with these products, including psychological and general health problems.... Read More...
ASMR Videos Could Be a New Digital Therapy For Depression
As ASMR videos are becoming more and more popular, researchers consider using ASMR as a therapeutic tool to treat a range of psychological disorders.... Read More...
More Than 50% of People in Britain, France and Italy Still Think There May Be a Link Between ASD and Vaccines
According to researchers, over 50% of people in some European countries still believe the myth that vaccines cause autism, despite the claim being widely discredited. A new paper looks at why so many people may still believe the vaccine-autism link is real.... Read More...
The Real Promise of LSD, Mushrooms and MDMA for Medical Science
Researchers explore why using hallucinogens to treat an array of mental health disorders is becoming more popular.... Read More...
Why 419 Scams Continue to Dupe Us
Researchers report 419 scams are still successful as they play on our human vulnerability and optimism.... Read More...
The Psychology of Roller Coasters
Researchers investigate why so many people are hooked on the thrill of roller coaster riding.... Read More...
Will Introducing Solids Early Really Help a Baby Sleep Better?
Researchers challenge a recent study that claims feeding babies solid foods early may help them to sleep better. ... Read More...