The Psychology of Scary Movies and Haunted Houses
Why do we scare ourselves for fun? A controlled scary experience can leave us exhilarated, relaxed, and more resilient in the face of fear.
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What to Do About Guilt Over Your Kids’ Screen Time
Guilt just adds stress to your family's life—but you can use it to motivate healthier choices.
Are Vaccines More Effective When You Believe in Them?
A new study finds that our mindsets about COVID-19 vaccines seem to influence how our bodies respond to them.
How Kindness May Help Students Transition to College
A new study finds that students feel better in their first weeks of college the more they engage in kindness toward others.
Why Does Awe Inspire Us to Help Others?
Research suggests that awe changes how we feel about others, and how we feel about ourselves.
Four Steps to Help People Feel Listened To
This conversation style makes you more reasonable and persuasive in a disagreement.
World Happiness Report Isn’t So Happy for Young Americans
Young people used to be reliably happier than other age groups—but today, in certain regions of the world, they are struggling.
A Short History of Black Happiness
What can African American history tell us about the cultivation of well-being?