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fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Conquering a Covert People Problem

Passive aggression is a subtle, cloaked, or covert means of expressing anger. It is rooted in anger and plays out in virtually every area of life.
Mental health
Psychology
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Study sheds light on why some people keep self-sabotaging

Some individuals repeatedly make bad decisions due to an inability to connect their behavior with negative consequences.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Readers reply: Why can't I put on mascara without opening my mouth?

Opening your mouth helps apply mascara more precisely without smudging.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Psychologists and generational experts say there's more to the 'Gen Z Stare' than meets the eye

The "Gen Z Stare" reflects more about inexperience in the workplace than poor social skills.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How to Identify and Respond to Behavioural 'Amber Flags'

Amber flags are low-level problematic behaviours that have the potential to fall outside of safe and healthy behaviour but are not yet serious enough to be labeled as "red flags."
Mental health
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Our Imagination Sets Up Our Decisions

Episodic simulation influences real-life choices by aligning thoughts with actions.
Visualizing a decision can significantly affect decision-making in reality.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

To Make Better Choices, Understand How Your Brain Processes Values

The brain's value system directly influences our conscious decision-making, guiding choices that may contradict our overarching goals.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Automaticity-Supercharge Your Brain Today in 4 Easy Steps

Automaticity allows the brain to perform tasks without conscious thought, enhancing efficiency.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Why Venting Might Be Holding You Back

Venting can feel good because it provides immediate emotional release, but relying on it excessively can leave us feeling stuck without resolution.
Mindfulness
#procrastination
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

How the Sounds and Lights of Slot Machines Keep You Playing Longer

The design of slot machines utilizes colors, sounds, and rewards to invoke emotions and encourage players to continue playing, even during losing streaks.
Video games
fromMedium
3 months ago

Duolingo's small UI switch that changes everything

Duolingo's new energy system aims to motivate users by rewarding correct answers rather than punishing mistakes, reshaping the learning experience.
fromwww.psychologytoday.com
3 months ago

Do 'Watching Eye' Images Increase Charitable Donations?

Eye imagery influences behavior irregularly, with few consistent results. While initially promising, recent studies show factors like context critically shape whether watching eyes effectively nudge generosity.
Non-profit organizations
UX design
fromFast Company
3 months ago

It's easy to design safer streets. City planners just need to care

Transportation design significantly influences driver behavior, often leading to preventable accidents.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The Psychology of Crowds

When people gather in large groups, they often act in ways that are different from how they would behave individually.
Psychology
fromTechzine Global
3 months ago

Humans aren't the weakest link, they're a critical security layer

Shift focus from security awareness to Human Risk.
Human behavior must be accounted for in security strategies.
AI is changing the landscape of security threats and human risk.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The 3 Most Harmful Ways Jealousy Manifests in Relationships

Jealousy can quietly disrupt relationships, manifesting as fleeting thoughts or needs for reassurance that ultimately alter communication and emotional connection.
Relationships
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