Psychology

Trigger warnings ignored by most young adults, study finds

Nearly 90% of young adults ignored trigger warnings due to curiosity, a new study finds.

Right-wing Redditors moralize more in ally spaces, study finds

Right-wing Redditors adjust moral tone based on audience, unlike left-wingers, study finds.

Being active and organized linked to longer life, study says.

Specific personality traits like being active and organized are linked to a longer lifespan, a new study finds.

Phubbing linked to emotional disconnection in relationships.

Feeling ignored by your partner due to phone use? It might be harming your relationship.

Liberals trust experts more than conservatives, but expert labels still matter.

Study finds liberals trust experts more than conservatives, but expert labels influence perceptions of accuracy.

Problematic pornography use linked to rumination, especially in women

Study finds a bidirectional link between problematic pornography use and rumination, with gender differences.

Post-orgasmic illness syndrome's toll on mental health and relationships

Men with POIS report low self-esteem, helplessness, and relationship strain.

Cannabis linked to short-term PTSD relief in veterans

Cannabis use linked to fewer PTSD symptoms and lower negative affect in veterans.

Repetitive negative thinking linked to cognitive decline in older adults

Repetitive negative thinking may accelerate cognitive decline in older adults.

Most actions are done by habit, not choice.

Research shows 88% of our actions are habits, not conscious choices.