Past psychology research suggests that some people are more prone than others to take risks in uncertain situations, such as ...

Researchers analyzed human motivation from an evolutionary perspective, identifying 15 key motives that drive behavior.

The executive order caused the National Science Foundation — an independent federal agency that funds research projects in areas such as mathematics, chemistry and economics — to briefly pause funding ...

A new study finds that the urge to move to music—known as groove—is a distinct physiological response, separate from musical ...

Feeling supported and listened to by our partner improves physical and emotional health, according to a study carried out by ...

A recent study published in the journal Human Nature provides evidence that romantic love is highly valued worldwide when people consider long-term relationships. Most people across different cultures ...

Color plays the biggest role in dictating the mood of a space — and these seven shades can read a bit depressing ...

Feeling supported and heard by a partner boosts both physical and emotional well-being, enhancing overall health.

A political scientist explains how a confluence of personality traits and perceived status loss can encourage some people to generate chaos as a solution to their woes.

A UK study on consumer resistance to gambling promotions has found that counter-advertising measures could result in ...

Early diagnosis and treatment of ADHD could help prevent young people from picking up smoking, per a new study.