Why The Selfish Prefer Other Selfish People — And Punish Generosity In Others (M)
Selfish people are quick to punish generosity and reward selfishness in others when they find it.
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The Most Enjoyable Way To Pass An Idle Moment: Phone vs Socialising (M)
People are surprisingly accurate in their predictions of the most enjoyable way to pass the time — but don’t take their own advice.
Why Antidepressants Take 28 Days To Start Working (M)
The study may partly explain how antidepressants really work — since there is little evidence for the ‘chemical imbalance’ theory.
The Source Of Both Life’s Happiest And Also Its Saddest Moments (M)
Hundreds of people were asked about the most positive and negative events in their lives.
OCD Stems From Difficulties Dealing With Uncertainty (M)
People with OCD like things to be clean, orderly and correct, often to an extreme degree, but the reason is not ‘fussiness’.
How AI Can Assist In Coaching People To Change (M)
Using an AI chatbot on a phone is like having a therapist in your pocket, available 24/7.
What Homeless People Really Do With Money They Are Given (M)
Around 2 percent of the world’s population is currently homeless — that’s 150 million people.
Why 50% On Dating Apps Don’t Want Dates (M)
What do people use dating apps for if not to date?
These Amusing Pastimes Make People Happy & Fight Depression (M)
Certain activities give pleasure and fulfil deep psychological need in us: to experience flow, satisfaction with work and creativity.
Why Sharing ‘Epic Moments’ With Others Kills Conversations (M)
Been on an amazing holiday or had an extraordinary experience you’re dying to share? Why it may be better to play it down.
